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    Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Special vs Kawasaki Versys 1000

    BikeWale brings you comparison of Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Special and Kawasaki Versys 1000. The ex-showroom price of Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Special is ₹ 10,98,000 and Kawasaki Versys 1000 is ₹ 12,30,982. Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Special is available in 3 colours and Kawasaki Versys 1000 is available in 1 colour. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Special and Kawasaki Versys 1000.

    Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Special vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 Comparison Overview

    Key HighlightsForty Eight SpecialVersys 1000
    Price₹ 10,98,000₹ 12,30,982
    Capacity1202 cc1043 cc
    Power--118.27 bhp @ 9000 rpm
    Economy----
    Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Special

    Harley-Davidson

    Forty Eight Special

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    ₹ 10,98,000
    Last Recorded Price
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    Kawasaki Versys 1000

    Kawasaki

    Versys 1000

    Standard
    ₹ 12,30,982
    Last Recorded Price
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            Specifications

            • Power & Performance

              Displacement (cc)
              		1,2021,043
              Max Power--118.27 bhp @ 9,000 rpm
              Max Torque96 Nm @ 3,500 rpm102 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
              Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)
              		----
              Riding Range (Km)
              		----
              Top Speed (Kmph)
              		--240
              Riding Modes--Sport, Road, Rain and Rider
              Transmission5 Speed Manual6 Speed Manual
              Transmission Type
              		Chain DriveChain Drive
              Gear Shifting Pattern
              		--1 Down 5 Up
              Cylinders
              		24
              Bore (mm)
              		88.977
              Stroke (mm)
              		96.856
              Valves Per Cylinder
              		24
              Compression Ratio
              		10:0110.3:1
              Ignition
              		--CDI
              Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)
              		11
              Cooling System
              		Air CooledLiquid Cooled
              Clutch
              		--Assist And Slipper Clutch
              Fuel Delivery System--Fuel Injection
              Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
              		7.921
              Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)
              		--3.2
              Emission Standard
              		BS6BS6
              Fuel Type
              		PetrolPetrol

            • Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

              Front Suspension
              		Black, Laced Steelø43 mm inverted fork with rebound damping (right-side) and spring preload adjustability / 150 mm
              Rear Suspension
              		Black, Laced SteelHorizontal Back-link, gas-charged, with rebound damping and remote spring preload adjustability / 152 mm
              Braking System
              		Dual Channel ABSDual Channel ABS
              Front Brake Type
              		DiscDisc
              Front Brake Size (mm)
              		292310
              Caliper - Front--4 Piston
              Rear Brake Type
              		DiscDisc
              Rear Brake Size (mm)
              		260250
              Caliper - Rear--1 Piston
              Wheel Type
              		AlloyAlloy
              Front Wheel Size (inch)
              		1617
              Rear Wheel Size (inch)
              		1617
              Front Tyre Size
              		130/90B16 73H120/70 - ZR17
              Rear Tyre Size
              		150/80B16 77H180/55 - ZR17
              Tyre Type
              		TubelessTubeless
              Radial Tyres
              Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)--32
              Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)--36
              Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)--36
              Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)--40

            • Dimensions & Chassis

              Kerb Weight (kg)
              		256255
              Seat Height (mm)
              		705820
              Ground Clearance (mm)
              		110150
              Overall Length (mm)
              		2,1652,270
              Overall Width (mm)
              		820895
              Overall Height (mm)
              		1,0651,400
              Wheelbase (mm)
              		1,4951,520
              Chassis Type
              		Mild Steel; Tubular Frame; Circular SectionsTwin-tube, aluminium

            • Manufacturer Warranty

              Standard Warranty (Year)--2
              Standard Warranty (Km)--30000

            • Service & Maintenance Schedule

              Free Services
              		NA0 Free Services

            Features

            • Instrument Cluster

              Touch Screen Display
              		--
              Instrument Console--Semi-Digital
              Odometer
              		DigitalDigital
              Speedometer
              		DigitalDigital
              Fuel Guage
              Digital Fuel Guage
              Hazard Warning Indicator--
              Average Speed Indicator--
              OTA Updates--Not Available
              Call/SMS Alerts--
              Geo Fencing
              		--
              Distance to Empty Indicator--
              Tachometer
              		AnalogueAnalogue
              Stand Alarm
              No. of Tripmeters
              		22
              Tripmeter Type
              		DigitalDigital
              Gear Indicator--
              Low Fuel Indicator
              Low Oil Indicator
              Low Battery Indicator
              Clock
              Service Reminder Indicator--
              Battery
              		12V, 12-AMP/Hour.200 CCAMaintenance Free

            • Storage

              Front Storage Box
              Under Seat Storage

            • Mobile App Connectivity

              Mobile App Connectivity

            • Light System

              DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)
              AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
              Shift Light
              Headlight Type
              		--LED
              Brake/Tail Light
              		--LED
              Turn Signal
              		--LED
              Pass Light

            • GPS & Charging

              GPS & Navigation
              USB Charging Port

            • Switchgear

              Riding Modes Switch--
              Traction Control--
              Cruise Control--Available
              Hazard Warning Switch--
              Start Type
              		Electric StartElectric Start
              Killswitch

            • Pillion Comfort

              Stepped Seat
              Pillion Backrest
              Pillion Grabrail
              Pillion Seat
              Pillion Footrest

            • Additional Features

              Front Suspension Preload Adjuster--
              Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster--
              Additional Features----

            User Reviews

            Overall Rating

            5.0/5

            4 Ratings

            5.0/5

            4 Ratings

            Most Helpful Review

            Best 1000 cc plus Sports Tourer in India

            looks, performance and..... 4 inline engine is awesome makes city rides smooth at low

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            FAQs about Forty Eight Special & Versys 1000

            Q: Which bike is better Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Special or Kawasaki Versys 1000?
            According to our average user rating, Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Special has a score of 5.0/5 while Kawasaki Versys 1000 is rated 5.0/5.
            Q: Which bike among Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Special and Kawasaki Versys 1000 is cheaper?
            Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Special is the cheapest among these bikes.
            Q: Which bike is heavier Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Special or Kawasaki Versys 1000?
            Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Special is heavier (256 kg) than Kawasaki Versys 1000 (255 kg).

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