When Suzuki alluded to the Kawasaki Versys as a competitive benchmark for the born-again V-Strom 650, we took note. Not having ridden the Versys since its 2010 makeover, we ordered one up in advance of a comparison test.
* A new fairing, stacked dual headlight, new front fender and mirrors, and an LED tail light
* A larger windscreen with three-position adjustability
* Revised passenger grab rails, new seat cover material, and revised passenger seating position
* Rubber bushings at the rear engine mounts and hollow rubber-covered footpegs
* Revisions to the muffler, clutch cover, sprocket and alternator covers, radiator shrouds, swingarm pivot covers and rear fender