Kawasaki Versys 1100 vs KTM 890 Adventure R

Choosing between the Kawasaki Versys 1100 vs KTM 890 Adventure R? BikeJunction is here to help! The Versys 1100 starts at ₹ 13.89 Lakh, while the 890 Adventure R is priced at ₹ 15.80 Lakh (ex-showroom). You can easily compare all the required parameters for your new two-wheeler. These two-wheelers have powerful motors with good performance. Among them, the Versys 1100 offers 112.0 Nm @ 7,600 rpm torque. The 890 Adventure R gives 100 Nm torque. Apart from all this, you can pick from 1 colour options for the Versys 1100 and 1 for the 890 Adventure R. you will get a more extensive comparison of Kawasaki Versys 1100 and KTM 890 Adventure R, which will definitely clear your confusion between these two-wheelers.

Kawasaki Versys 1100 vs KTM 890 Adventure R Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Versys 1100	890 Adventure R
Price	₹ 13.89 Lakh	₹ 15.80 Lakh
Displacement	1099 CC	889 CC
Power	133.15 kW @ 9,000 rpm	104.6 PS @ 8000 rpm
Mileage	17.8 KMPL	22.2 KMPL
Top Speed	_	210 kmph

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Engine

Max Power Highest power the engine/motor can produce.	133.15 kW @ 9,000 rpm	104.6 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque The highest twisting force the engine generates, which affects acceleration and pulling power.	112.0 Nm @ 7,600 rpm	100 Nm
Compression Ratio Compression ratio is how much the engine squeezes air-fuel before ignition. Higher ratios mean more power; lower ratios improve durability.	11.8:1	13.5:1
Cooling System Method used to prevent engine overheating.	Liquid Cooled	Liquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
Emission Type Pollution level compliance of the engine.	N/A	BS6
Engine Type Design and working of the two-wheeler's engine.	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four	2-cylinder, 4-stroke, parallel twin
Displacement Engine cylinder capacity measured in cc.	1099	889
Bore Bore is the diameter of a bike’s engine cylinder. A larger bore allows more fuel-air mix, increasing power and speed.	77 mm	90.7 mm
Charging At Charging Station	N/A	No
Charging At Home	N/A	No
Charging Station Locater	N/A	No
No Of Cylinders	4	2
Peak Power Highest power a bike/scooter can produce.	N/A	104 W
Range The maximum distance an electric two-wheeler can travel on a full charge.	374 Km	N/A
Stroke Stroke is the piston’s movement inside the engine cylinder. Longer strokes give more torque, shorter strokes give more speed and higher RPM.	59 mm	68.8 mm

Speed

Top Speed

N/A

210 Km/h

Tyres & Wheels

Tyre Size	Front : 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) , Rear : 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W)	Front : 90/90-21", Rear : 150/70-18
Wheel Size	Front : 19 inch, Rear : 17 inch	Front : 2.50 x 21, Rear : 4.50 x 18"
Wheels Type	Alloy	Cast Alloy
Ignition The system that starts the engine, usually via a key, button, or smart start.	Battery & Coil	Bosch EMS with RBW
Wheelbase The distance from the center of the front wheel to the center of the rear wheel, affecting stability, handling, and riding comfort.	1520 mm	1528 mm
Tubless	N/A	Yes

Brakes

Rear Brake	Single disc	2-piston floating caliper, brake disc Ø 260 mm
Abs (Anti-locking Braking System) Prevents wheel locking during hard braking, improving control and safety.	Dual Channel	Bosch 9.1MP Two Channel ABS (Supermoto ABS)
Front Brake	Dual discs	2 x radially-mounted 4-piston caliper, brake disc Ø 320 mm
Braking Type	Dual Channel	N/A
Front Brake Diameter	277 mm	320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter	226 mm	260 mm

Fuel

Fuel Supply	Fuel injection: 38 mm x 4	Fuel Injection
Fuel Capacity	21 L	20 L
Fuel Reserve	N/A	3 L

Body

Body Type The overall design and shape of the bike (e.g., cruiser, sports, scooter).	Adventure Tourer Bike	Adventure Tourer
Frame The main structure holding the bike together.	Tubular diamond	Chromium-molybdenum-steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder-coated
Dry Weight Bike’s weight without fuel and fluids.	235 Kg	196 Kg
Ground Clearance Distance between the bike’s lowest part and the ground.	150 mm	263 mm
Height	1400 mm	N/A
Kerb Weight Bike’s weight with fuel and fluids.	257 Kg	N/A
Length	2270 mm	N/A
Saddle Height Distance from the ground to the seat.	N/A	880 mm
Seat Height Distance from the ground to the seat.	820 mm	880 mm
Width	895 mm	N/A

Electrical Accessories

Charging Point A port to charge devices or the two-wheeler's battery.	Yes	N/A
Bluetooth Connectivity Wireless connection for calls, music, and navigation.	N/A	Yes

Switches & Controls

Starting

The method to start the bike (e.g., electric start, kick start, or both).

Electric

Electric starter

Meter

Display A screen that shows important riding information like speed, fuel, and trip details.	LCD	Digital
Instrument Console The main dashboard displaying speed, fuel, engine stats, and warnings.	Analogue and Digital	Digital
Speedometer Displays the current speed of the bike in km/h or mph.	Analogue	Digital
Techometer	Digital	N/A

Clutch & Gear

Clutch A device that connects and disconnects the engine from the wheels for smooth gear shifts.	Wet, multi disc	Cable-operated PASC slipper clutch
Gear Box	6 Speed	6 gears
Transmission The entire system that transfers engine power to the wheels (includes clutch and gearbox).	Return shift	Manual

Lights

Drls	Yes	N/A
Projector Headlights Projector headlights focus on the road, improving visibility, reducing glare for others, and offering a sharper, more efficient beam.	N/A	Yes

Battery

Battery Capacity

Total energy the battery can store.

N/A

12 V/10 Ah

Shockers

Suspension Front	Telescopic fork	WP XPLOR 48
Suspension Rear	Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged shock, rebound damping, and remote spring preload adjustability	WP XPLOR Monoshock with PDS

Seat

Stepup Seat

Yes

N/A