Kawasaki Versys 1100 vs Triumph Tiger 1200 (Explorer): specs compared
Side-by-side specs of the Kawasaki Versys 1100 (2025-present) and the Triumph Tiger 1200 (Explorer) (2027-present), using the latest model year of each.
Key differences
- Power: Kawasaki Versys 1100 133 hp, Triumph Tiger 1200 (Explorer) 155.8 hp.
- Torque: Kawasaki Versys 1100 112 Nm, Triumph Tiger 1200 (Explorer) 130 Nm.
- Weight: Kawasaki Versys 1100 259 kg, Triumph Tiger 1200 (Explorer) 268 kg.
Key figures
Power hp
- Kawasaki Versys 1100 (2025-present)133
- Triumph Tiger 1200 (Explorer) (2027-present)155.8 (best)
Torque Nm
- Kawasaki Versys 1100 (2025-present)112
- Triumph Tiger 1200 (Explorer) (2027-present)130 (best)
Weight kg
- Kawasaki Versys 1100 (2025-present)259 (best)
- Triumph Tiger 1200 (Explorer) (2027-present)268
Full specs
| Specification |  2025-present · SE LT Remove |  2027-present · Rally Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Adventure | Adventure |
| Years | 2025-present | 2027-present |
| Engine | 1099cc Inline-Four | 3 cylinders online , 4 strokes, T-plane - 270° - 180° - 270° shimming Injection Cooling system : liquid 2 ACT 4 valves per cylinder 1,160 cc 158 ch (155.80 hp) to 9,250 rpm 13.30 mkg (130 Nm) to 6,750 rpm |
| Cylinders | 4 | Not available |
| Displacement | 1,099 cc | 1,160 cc |
| Power | 133 hp @ 9,000 rpm | 155.8 hp @ 9,250 rpmBest |
| Torque | 112 Nm @ 7,600 rpm | 130 Nm @ 6,750 rpmBest |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual, slipper clutch, chain drive | 6 stage gearbox , manual - standard shifter Secondary cardan shaft |
| Final drive | chain | shaft |
| Weight | 259 kg (wet)Best | 268 kg (wet) |
| Seat height | 840 mm | Not available |
| Fuel capacity | 20.8 L | 30 LBest |
| Front suspension | 43mm inverted Showa fork, KECS electronically controlled compression/rebound damping, manually adjustable spring preload, top-out springs, 5.9 in (149.9mm) travel | Reverse-action telescopic hydraulic fork, Ø 49 mm / Showa , Wheel travel : 200 mm (7.87 in) |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal back-link UNI-TRAK, Showa BFRC Lite gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir, KECS-controlled compression/rebound damping, electronically adjustable spring preload, 5.9 in (150mm) travel | single shock absorber / Showa , Wheel travel : 200 mm (7.87 in) Monte d'origine du pneumatique arrière : Pirelli |
| Brake system | Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS), linked front-to-rear braking | Not available |
| Front brake | Dual 310mm petal discs, radial-mount 4-piston monobloc calipers | 2 Brembo discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), radial mounting, 4-piston caliper (Stylema) |
| Rear brake | Single 260mm petal disc, single-piston caliper | 1 disc Ø 282 mm (11.1 in), 2-piston caliper |
| Front tire | Bridgestone Battlax 120/70ZR17 (58W) | 120/70-19 |
| Rear tire | Bridgestone Battlax 180/55ZR17 (73W) | 170/60-17 |
| Quickshifter | Yes | Not available |
| Launch price | USD 19,499 (US MSRP, excl destination) | Not available |