2009 Kawasaki Versys 650
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Last Updated: April 10, 2022
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March 6, 2020
I've been searching for a good deal on a motorcycle with more legs on the highway, but also with the right tires would do well on light gravel and logging roads. I hit the jack pot finding a 2009 Kawasaki Versys 650 with only 7,000 KM on the clock! The bike is basically brand new, so I hopped on the ferry, made my way over to the lower mainland and snapped it up! On the trip back to the ferry I took a little detour up Cypress Mountain and then out to Squamish. Best Friday in a long time! Add tail and pannier racks for soft luggage to go with some Shinko 705 dual sport tires and I'll be ready to tour all the roads less traveled!
I've been searching for a good deal on a motorcycle with more legs on the highway, but also with the right tires would do well on light gravel and logging roads. I hit the jack pot finding a 2009 Kawasaki Versys 650 with only 7,000 KM on the clock! The bike is basically brand new, so I hopped on the ferry, made my way over to the lower mainland and snapped it up! On the trip back to the ferry I took a little detour up Cypress Mountain and then out to Squamish. Best Friday in a long time! Add tail and pannier racks for soft luggage to go with some Shinko 705 dual sport tires and I'll be ready to tour all the roads less traveled!
April 10, 2020
With Good Friday looking to be a beautiful clear day and the temperature expected to be in the mid-teens, I took the Kawasaki Versys 650 for a nearly 6 Hour run up to the far end of Upper Campbell Lake, nearly to Buttle Lake, with some friends. This was the first long ride on the Versys, the total trip coming in at 389 Km. The ride up along the Coast was scenic but traffic was on the slow side. Once past Campbell River, thing opened up and we had the road to ourselves. This section of road was clear and had wonderful twists and turns and allowed for a wide variety of speeds. Taking the inland highway back home, cruising at highway speeds was relaxed and comfortable, the only draw back is that the windscreen is too small to deflect all the wind. I've already researched a replacement and the windscreen is on my short list to be upgraded soon. The Versys proved to be a great ride for me in all scenarios: the slow scenic routes, the spirited twisty's and the relaxed 110 Km/h highway cruise home.
With Good Friday looking to be a beautiful clear day and the temperature expected to be in the mid-teens, I took the Kawasaki Versys 650 for a nearly 6 Hour run up to the far end of Upper Campbell Lake, nearly to Buttle Lake, with some friends. This was the first long ride on the Versys, the total trip coming in at 389 Km. The ride up along the Coast was scenic but traffic was on the slow side. Once past Campbell River, thing opened up and we had the road to ourselves. This section of road was clear and had wonderful twists and turns and allowed for a wide variety of speeds. Taking the inland highway back home, cruising at highway speeds was relaxed and comfortable, the only draw back is that the windscreen is too small to deflect all the wind. I've already researched a replacement and the windscreen is on my short list to be upgraded soon. The Versys proved to be a great ride for me in all scenarios: the slow scenic routes, the spirited twisty's and the relaxed 110 Km/h highway cruise home.
March 15, 2022
The Versys is up for sale to help fund my DR650. It's such a fun and comfortable bike to ride, and I love the look but it hasn't gotten much love the past 2 years, as I find I spend most of my time on a dual sport in the back country. So, instead of having it sit, time to find it a new home. I cleaned it up and took it for a spin to stretch it's legs.
The Versys is up for sale to help fund my DR650. It's such a fun and comfortable bike to ride, and I love the look but it hasn't gotten much love the past 2 years, as I find I spend most of my time on a dual sport in the back country. So, instead of having it sit, time to find it a new home. I cleaned it up and took it for a spin to stretch it's legs.
April 10, 2022
I've sold the Versys. What a great bike, I just love the WW2 Japanese Zero fighter plane inspired design. If I did a lot more street riding I would have kept it for sure, but it just didn't get ridden as much as it deserved. I wouldn't hesitate to get another one.
I've sold the Versys. What a great bike, I just love the WW2 Japanese Zero fighter plane inspired design. If I did a lot more street riding I would have kept it for sure, but it just didn't get ridden as much as it deserved. I wouldn't hesitate to get another one.