Kawasaki Versys® 1100 SE LT ABS vs Honda VTR (1100)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kawasaki Versys® 1100 SE LT ABSstacks up against the Honda VTR. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKawasaki Versys® 1100 SE LT ABSHonda VTR
Model year20252013
Price
Engine1099 cc249 cc
Horsepower30 hp
Torque22 Nm
Weight259 kg161 kg
Seat height29 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic
TiresBridgestone® Battlax: 120/70ZR17 (58W) / Bridgestone® Battlax: 180/55ZR17 (73W)110/70-17 / 140/70-17

Kawasaki Versys® 1100 SE LT ABS vs Honda VTR — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kawasaki Versys® 1100 SE LT ABS and the Honda VTR usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kawasaki Versys® 1100 SE LT ABS brings its published horsepower in a 259 kg package, while the Honda VTR counters with 30 hp at 161 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: