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2012 Kawasaki Versys 1000 First Look Photo Gallery

Kawasaki gives its popular adventure-touring motorcycle a big lift by upgrading to the potent 1043cc Inline-four powerplant from the Z1000 and adding traction control to the the 2012 Kawasaki Versys 1000.

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The new Versys 1000 will have more than enough power to bring your favorite riding partner along.
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The dyno graph comparing the 1043cc powerplants of the Z1000 and Versys 1000 show the Versys is geared for more low- to mid-range oomph.
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There's a list of aftermarket goodies like panniers and a top case which will make the 2012 Versys 1000 even more adventure-ready.
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Fans of the Versys will be glad to see a bigger engine, power mode selectors, Kawasaki's KTRC, and standard ABS on the new Versys 1000.
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Kawasaki kept passengers on the Versys 1000 in mind by adding extra padding to the pillion and including grab bars to hold on tight with.
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