Thursday, September 15, 2011

Kawasaki Versys with Six-Speed Transmission

Digital Capacitor Discharge Ignition (CDI) System

* Microprocessor-controlled timing never requires adjustment and is ultra-responsive to the engine’s needs
* Powerful, spark plug-mounted stick ignition coils are compact, light and reliable


Six-Speed Transmission

* Versys racing-style cassette transmission uses a compact layout that’s easily removable as a single unit from the engine cases for much easier gearbox maintenance


High-Tensile Steel Trellis Frame
* The Versys exotic-looking trellis frame is small, light and narrow at the knees and pegs for excellent comfort and control
* 3D computer analysis in the design process achieved optimum stiffness balance for superior ride and handling
Single Shock Rear Suspension

* A distinctive aluminum gull-wing swingarm controlled by a lay-down single shock complements the distinctive frame design, with an integrated line flowing from steering head to rear hub
* The short, compact frame and engine design allows the swingarm to be longer, which improves overall handling
* The Showa shock has adjustable preload and rebound damping, and uses a free piston and two-stage damping valves for smooth action during initial compression that becomes firmer near the end of the stroke for a more planted feel
Long-Travel Fork
* A 41mm long-travel inverted fork combines the best of dual sport and sportbike-type suspensions, to deliver excellent performance over a wide range of conditions
* Tapered, relatively short outer tubes help provide the ideal stiffness balance to complement frame stiffness and chassis settings
* Fork height, spring preload and rebound damping can be adjusted to fine-tune the suspension to specific conditions, riding styles and loads

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