2018 Kawasaki Versys 650 Review. There's been a few changes to the Kawasaki Versys since 2017 and here we'll highlight all the bikes features and more. Please follow this link to make a donation. www.paypal.me/pbriar82
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@ethics32 жыл бұрын
We miss you Graham. You were a good man
@leeinwis2 ай бұрын
He was murdered ? !
@rogerpritchard2 жыл бұрын
Keep smiling Pie. He's always with you.
@davelounsbury48304 жыл бұрын
Great review. Thanks for putting in the effort. Very sorry to hear about Graham's untimely demise, and I wish his family peace and healing. My sincere condolences.
@that1weirdkid6066 жыл бұрын
Was at the Belfast bike show this morning and Theo’s bike really stood out. After your review I’m definitely going for it this year. Great and honest review. I’m 5’7 inch and sat on a lowered version at the show comfortably. Thanks a mill for excellent review. From County Meath Ireland
@jasonrees60125 жыл бұрын
I had been considering buying a new Versys 650 . I going to do it. Your video clinched it . Well done . I live in Canada , so it's actually the perfect bike . I would imagine the same could be said for Australia.
@jackhill82466 жыл бұрын
Great looking bike Graham! Thanks for the review and thank you for sharing!
@WilliamGregory305335 жыл бұрын
Great review, thank you. I found your channel while researching the Versys 650. My wife is from Pathum Thani..have not retired yet.
@guru50286 жыл бұрын
After watching other reviews of this model, this one is by far the best!
@atulshukla73726 жыл бұрын
Very brilliant review...It's my dreams bike bt unfortunately I have no money for purchase this bike....Love from INDIA
@sirikulsomsuwan3 жыл бұрын
Great review, sorry he has passed RIP mate
@frozencdn-6 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on the new bike . Sincerely best wishes
@simonchurchley80886 жыл бұрын
Lovely bike Graham and great review. Wishing you many happy years of safe riding on it.
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate :)
@JayShermanFJC6 жыл бұрын
Great review, I just picked up a new 2016 Versys 650 a couple days ago.
@richardfoyle40056 жыл бұрын
Very good bike review...well done and keep them coming i'll be watching. Thanks
@kenelvpres6 жыл бұрын
Lovely Bike Graham !! Very best of luck with it . I enjoyed your review
@andyoswald67896 жыл бұрын
Great to see you getting back to what you do best Graham and Pie. Making great videos in the place you love 💕.
@skyfarmorganics6 жыл бұрын
wow, great review Graham, Kawasaki should sponsor you! It wasn't a bike on my radar really before but now perhaps a contender for me to buy when I move over to Thailand in a couple of years time.
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
Certainly worth looking at; a very versatile bike with very manageable power
@tommykawasaki96766 жыл бұрын
Great review ! I own a 2016 V & I agree with every word & I am very happy with the bike.
@airtrafficcontrollerpatcos89086 жыл бұрын
What a beauty! Have fun and stay safe.
@seancopus31326 жыл бұрын
WoW what a bike looks really nice, A Great Vlog, Thank you mate
@julyman96 жыл бұрын
Awesome review man and beautiful scenery
@leehughes33046 жыл бұрын
Great review Graham. I follow a few Thai vloggers and I have recently bought a honda cbf125 and passed my cbt, in the near future I intend to step up to the bigger bikes and get my full licence, so your videos are ticking both Thai and bike boxes! Keep up the good work!
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
Nothing like the freedom on bike mate. Well done on the CBT. It's wonderful riding up here as there's so much to explore and the roads are in really good condition for the most part. Ride Safe Lee.
@abllopes17256 жыл бұрын
This is ur first video that i watched on this channel and oh boy i paused it half way through just to subscribe to the channel.... Grt work.
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, much appreciated.
@tonyk79436 жыл бұрын
Nice review guys hope you guys enjoy your new ride stay safe.........
@julieatkinson40026 жыл бұрын
i have a 2010 and a 2015 versys both have adjustable clutch and brake levers . and the engine mounts were upgraded in 2015 the vibration issues were between 2009-2014 gen 1 and gen 2 models . great bikes ride safe
@carollemons5516 жыл бұрын
Nice ride Graham congrats !
@CheikosChannel6 жыл бұрын
Nice bike and great review Graham
@jackk71166 жыл бұрын
First review!! That was impressive indeed. This style of bike has never been my cup of tea. That was the case until a few days ago when I tried one out for a day in Hua Hin. I'm sold, what a mile muncher and in comfort with much better handling than I expected. It's on the shopping list :)
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jack. Have to say I've always preferred a naked bike but Pie really likes the touring style and the more I looked at it and the practicalities the more I liked it ... has to be the most comfortable bike I've ridden. We're just waiting on the panniers and top box. Now the top box can come with a pillion back rest which we'll also install; that'll make sitting back there a dream. Let us know if you get one :)
@cryptowages6 жыл бұрын
Great bike really like the earthly color hope its alarmed cut out switch etc ,
@MQ-xv2su6 жыл бұрын
Great review Graham & Pie. You should do another in about 6 month’s time.
@kenspix5 жыл бұрын
A very nice review, thanks.
@davidpayne55066 жыл бұрын
great review on the bike, really nice bike.
@lesg36706 жыл бұрын
Great review !
@Temmex215 жыл бұрын
RIP Graham Condolences!
@gbriar5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much ka
@petermitchell63486 жыл бұрын
I see a new Top Gear presenter in the making. Top notch Graham. I know you two have been through a bad patch this last couple of days, but chin up. Feel the love toward you both in the chat.
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
Cheers Peter.
@ChefKinga5 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate for the good review.. Currently looking at one of these. As it is priced a bit cheaper than the 2019 model....
@imo86286 жыл бұрын
Well done an excellent review Graham. Better hide the key from Pie. Lol çheers mate. Ride safe.
@kyotosal6 жыл бұрын
My next bike. Thank you.
@vali695 жыл бұрын
My right ear enjoys your voice and both of my ears enjoy the music
@gbriar5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much ka
@MrUlfang6 жыл бұрын
Good review of a nice Bike.
@kyotosal6 жыл бұрын
I REALIZED THE CHIANG RAI DEALER AFTER I WATCHED YOUR OTHER VIDEO. IT'S GOOD TO KNOW THAT THE SERVICE IS GOOD AND THAT THERE IS A TRIUMPH DEALER THERE TOO. I REALLY LIKE THE TIGER 800, BUT TURNED TO THE KAWASAKI VERSYS 650 AFTER SEEING ALL THE GREAT REVIEWS. I WILL BE LIVING IN KHON KAEN AND SHOULD BE THERE SOMETIME AT THE END OF MARCH OR EARLY APRIL. THANKS AGAIN FOR THE GREAT REVIEW OF THE 650......SAL
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
I must admit I'm a fan of the Triumph Tiger, really like the Triumph triple. The Versys is a great all round bike but no electronics apart from the ABS. I'm planing on a 6 month review in a couple of months.
@xwut16 жыл бұрын
Versys 2012 is still my beloved. It's classic and unique look.
@yanshin864 жыл бұрын
Great review, a ton of information. I'm considering to get one of these beautiful machine and worry about the seat height. I'm only 5' 8" and not sure I can handle well.
@whiteboyhatcher6 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on the new wheels, wish you and your family safe, comfortable riding at all times! Cool review, though would still go for the Tracer 900, I understand the comment you made previously regarding servicing needing to be close. Looking forward to some of your route recommendations. Hope to be in Northern Thailand in March 2018.
@whiteboyhatcher6 жыл бұрын
Andy D more power, more torque, lighter, triple engine, good for a taller rider (I'm 6ft 3in), it is not an adventure bike but a sports tourer, has traction control, different engine modes, adjustable suspension, abs, comfortable for both rider and pillion, you can add a quick shifter, handles very well at slow and quicker pace, think it looks great. The versys 650 is a good bike also, just prefer the tracer.
@chrisredfield32405 жыл бұрын
@@whiteboyhatcher they both have 17/17 wheels so very s Close funny the 900 tracer is lighter at 210kg vs the versey's at 217kg
@hgfdsahggfdjf77166 жыл бұрын
Fantastic things.
@mr.o62966 жыл бұрын
Cool, some bike vids coming up 👍👍👍👍
@darinfrandsen33936 жыл бұрын
Thinking this will be my next bike.
@royottaway94346 жыл бұрын
It's a lovely bike , enjoy
@masonryjoe6 жыл бұрын
Had a sport touring , 900 Ninja back in the day and it a was a great bike, comfortable crazy fast , Kawasaki makes good quality machines ,congrats and U be safe , cheers!
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
Have you tried the new Z900; apparently that's nice but a Naked. Versys is a lot more practical. Cheers mate
@masonryjoe6 жыл бұрын
No, i've got a Harley softail custom , i'm an old guy now LOL, cheers
@udonword45836 жыл бұрын
Very Nice bike :-) happy for you, more road videos for us 555
@millvee10056 жыл бұрын
That's a lovely bike.
@maykuok9446 жыл бұрын
An excellent, well delivered & factual testimonial, Graham. 👍👏 If ever you tire of vlogging & farming I'm sure you good get a job as a motorcycle reviewer! Kawasaki ought to give you a gift for promoting this model .
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
Thanks May. I thoroughly enjoyed it but missed a couple of things out despite having note ... note to myself ... better planning next time :)
@hammerone94256 жыл бұрын
Very nice mate
@powerwagon37316 жыл бұрын
Very professional. I’m looking for a dual sport touring bike but you said it’s seat height and weight might be a issue with smaller riders like me so the search continues. Thanks!
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
Yes us folks with little legs are restricted to some degree. Personally I like the sit up and beg position that a tour bike offers. I do know that several of the manufacturers such as BMW now offer seat lowering kits so if you have a particular bike in mind ask the dealership if they have these available.
@darrenelbrow51446 жыл бұрын
Some of the improvements you mentioned have been on the Versys since 2015. The fully rubber mounted engine and rubber mounted handle bars.The gear indicator was added in 2016 The adjustable levers were on the 2010 2nd generation Versys
@tlevans625 жыл бұрын
Darren Elbrow exactly right.
@wildtrapper466 жыл бұрын
As always, I much enjoyed the vlog or review, "Ride safe!" One thing though, tires, they do not look to me from the video that they would preform well in mud or even dirt. They look like highway tires.
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
No they are strictly road tires.
@unlimitedmiles60906 жыл бұрын
great video.. enjoyed it..
@imo86286 жыл бұрын
Graham, just looked Waynes vlog, still makes no difference to me , I take your vlog as I stated this morning, ' at face value ' . Keep them coming for me and the other 4,000. Cheers
@imo86286 жыл бұрын
I only speak for me, and it's 0N MY BEHALF, you cretin.
@ethics33 жыл бұрын
@@imo8628 Can you please delete this post . ?
@5loquesea6 жыл бұрын
Please don't go to fast when making the videos, for the non bikers we want to have time to appreciate the beauty of the surroundings you want to show us, and hope you're still gonna show us life throughout those little sois around the village and else. Otherwise pleased for you and Pie with the bike and both stay safe.
@andi22346 жыл бұрын
5loquesea I wholly agree. I'm always disappointed when the view is hurried. I want to really LOOK at what I'm being shown :) I image to slow it down would take a bit of discipline for anyone who is experiencing the beauty in person. It would be for me!
@42much16 жыл бұрын
Nice video, nice family, God bless! The bike looks cool in this colour scheme. The only down for me is the weight, it is so heavy! I own a 2012 cbr 600f but you quite do not feel the weight when riding, but I guess the weight of my bike is around 200 kg. I am considering the versys x 300, it is a lot less powerful but for sure more agile. Thanks for sharing!
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
She weighs in at 217kg and a bit more with the panniers and top box but weigh even more when full. The only difficult part is moving the bike around but when riding you don't feel it at all and it's surprisingly agile. The Versys X 300 looks like a really nice bike but I'm not sure of the details.
@rd1965a5 жыл бұрын
Graham did quite the infomercial on the bike. When do we see Pie driving the now bike? Soon I hope. Thanks for sharing.
@krathostouringbcn3346 жыл бұрын
amigo tienes una moto increible ...felicidades...espero adquirir una moto igual en breve...un abrazo..
@MTL_Rider5 жыл бұрын
I have a 2016 model and I tested the 2018 and the only difference I saw was the gear indicator which is hard to see. The windshield is still awful in any position for a 5'9 foot + rider. I changed mine the same week for a Givi, I heard the VStream is a good choice as well. The mirrors are awful for me standing at 6'1, I see my elbows, I changed my out and got the Kawasaki Z800/z9000 model which is the same style but lower and longer outward. the OEM side cases are weak and any fall you would have to get them repaired or replaced. I suggest you don't buy them and get an aftermarket aluminum or soft case. If you want a nice sound you cannot replace the exhaust with a slip on. You will need to change the entire exhaust systems or get something custom modified. Besides all that I love my Versys 650, an all great all-rounder. I'm hearing buzz that they may come out with a Versys X650 to replace the KRL650 that will be discontinued at the end of 2018/2019
@21thpl6 жыл бұрын
I have version from 2017 very good moto for small person my high is 172cm
@danielpassarelli41764 жыл бұрын
Nice to hear that, I’m 174 and this is my dream bike, I’m used to riding a harley davidson rocker and a Ducati Multristrada 1200s GT but ists just too much power and waay to big for my height.
@sinatra6176 жыл бұрын
Great bike for a 1st time rider
@ExpatsReporter4 жыл бұрын
Nice bike
@greggo86526 жыл бұрын
Graham & Pie. Congrats on the bike. Looks great. Cannot wait to see more vlogs involving you two and the bike....
@jjc93276 жыл бұрын
I'm jealous Graham but I lost the right to own a motorcycle after my motorcycle accident. Looks like fun.... Good luck and be safe.
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that mate; nothing worse that a brother going down. It's a great bike. I never push it really.
@Sambo1116 жыл бұрын
Graham what is your mic model? how do you synchronize the audio with the video Thanks
@LarryFournillier6 жыл бұрын
Great review, Graham and that's one great looking bike! :)
@Phyllis-nk5ji6 жыл бұрын
Great review! I'm not a big enthusiast of bikes and don't know a thing about how uncomfortable some of them can be, especially on a distance trip except for what my son tells me. I enjoyed your review because I believe you covered a lot of things that would interest other bike riders. Some people asked if Pie would/could drive the bike. Those viewers obviously haven't seen enough of your vlogs. She is as big an enthusiast as you, as well as an excellent driver. Life is short....enjoy the hell out of your bike and travel many happy miles.
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
You guys will see Pie on the bike today and me riding shotgun ... I love it :)
@joshuatoms9685 жыл бұрын
Nice bike very cool
@gbriar5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much ka
@omkarvartak6 жыл бұрын
Hi Graham. Fantastic review! Could you shed some light on which seat lowering kit you would recommend? If you have done some research on it.
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
It's just a lowering kit no specific options. Check this out - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ibODjMuZm8yvc58.html
@travelbites7955 жыл бұрын
cool bike
@gbriar5 жыл бұрын
Thank you ka
@Geoff48226 жыл бұрын
Would have liked a bit more comment on the dash - speedo type? Rev counter yes/no, water temp? fuel? Neutral? Light switches etc.
@joshuabarrett50446 жыл бұрын
I am planing on buying a kawasaki versy 650 2014 model . It has 10500km !!i am planing to do 6000 kilometers is it a good bike for the travel ???i appreciate your answer
@carlosdanger25866 жыл бұрын
Nice bike gram what year did they switch to rubber mounted engines
@Paul-pb3vq6 жыл бұрын
Got one . The only criticism is they are tall . I can't swing my leg over . Have to get on it by standing on foot peg then swing my leg over . I'm 5.8 . 28 inch leg . And have the lower seat as well . Apart from that they are excellent. Super comfortable for me and my wife.
@richardnash84926 жыл бұрын
I have to do the same and I am 5'102 with 30" leg
@harryviking63476 жыл бұрын
hope its better than my former 2012 mod when it comes to vibration ...I sold it because of that...
@kevenharvey97116 жыл бұрын
Any trips planned ? Like the Mae Hong Son loop ? Are you expecting mom and dad to borrow it from time to time ? What do they think about it now that it's been a couple days ?
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
We'll be looking at more day trips and exploring around. Mum and dad won't use it. They like it.
@jamaicanbadgal44526 жыл бұрын
Fantastic review. Keep the videos coming.
@garyreed22066 жыл бұрын
I saw 115 clicks on the speedo. I bet you never got that fast on the old bike. You must be loving the rush! Have fun.
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
It is a rush having that amount of power on tap :)
@johncoumbs22226 жыл бұрын
Is the 650 smooth on the freeway, like if you were going long distance on the Hi way?
@crispernator6 жыл бұрын
Gday mate good review on the versy , how did pie find the pillion seat ? ive seen a few reviews on them and i think you are able to fit a usb fitment in the grommets inside the faring area glad your happy with it take care .
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
It's nice and comfortable. Today you'll see Pie riding and me on pillion and it's a nice comfortable seat. Yes you can have a USB bank fitted along with a DC Outlet.
@crispernator6 жыл бұрын
the other thing i wanted to ask was did you trade the old bike in on this one ?
@ksaussies16 жыл бұрын
Hey you two !! Thank's much for the Review. The Kawa 650 Versys is on my short list to buy in the next few month's. Your review has helped already. I Wonder what fuel milage it get's at freeway (70 - 75 MP Hour ) speed's ?? Happy Riding & Be Safe !!!
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
They say the average is 50mpg
@ksaussies16 жыл бұрын
Thank's G & P
@nesanrockstar52965 жыл бұрын
Nice review sir. I love this bike very much but I'm 5 foot 5 and having doubts because I'm not a tall guy and this bike looks tall too. Can this bike be my first big bike?
@GHNairn5 жыл бұрын
Did you consider the V-Strom 650 before you bought your Versys? Did you even consider the Versys 1000?
@richardnash84926 жыл бұрын
I bought one and it is a great bike. This review is very accurate. My only comment would be that the Fuel gauge is unacceptably inaccurate. There is a 'Range' setting which is OK (but no better than OK) as it counts down, but when you reach a indicated range of 25 mile, the guage turns off completely. If you fill the bike at this point you will comfortably fit 6 Lts of fuel in the tank. That's well over a quarter and nearly a third of the tank capacity. My only other winge is that only one of the headlight works on low beam. Why do this ? Does anyone if it is easy to change this ? My only other comment would be that I would like to see a battery power gauge on all bikes.
@dustdriver1156 жыл бұрын
If I have to do 200 miles of motorway a day to go to work, will you advise it to me? Thanks.
@tonyk79436 жыл бұрын
Is the lowering kit expensive. And would it effect the ride quality.
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
It's not overly expensive and as Jay Jay said you have to lower the front and back and it does reduce ground clearance.
@jamesmegill5 жыл бұрын
So. Would you say this is a great all around bike for a bit of everything??🏍🏍🏍
@JIMWSMITH6 жыл бұрын
Whats it like with pillon and luggage, is it not a little underpowered ?
@tommylager48826 жыл бұрын
great bike Graham, is the windshield good, i have never had anyone, keep up the good work.
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
I'm pretty short so the windsheild works really well; if I put it to the highest setting I can't feel anything at all :)
@harryviking63476 жыл бұрын
I had a new 2012 mod but got tired of the vibrations on certain rpms. How is it after upgrades after 2014 ...
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
I hear it was the 2015 model that had an issue with vibes but I'm guessing it was the 2015 model that fixed it. The new rubber mounts for the engine work a treat; no buzzing in the bars or foot pegs.
@fragdad5 жыл бұрын
Good job enjoyed that. Only one problem, I now want one. So thanks for that. Hahha
@86mma136 жыл бұрын
Would this be a good first bike???
@rodneyemmerich88286 жыл бұрын
Love the bike . Was this filmed in Indonesia?
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
in thailand
@booshallmighty5 жыл бұрын
Where did you film this?
@kyotosal6 жыл бұрын
GREAT VIDEO GRAHAM. WHERE DID YOU BUY IT? I AM PLANNING TO BUY ONE WHEN I GET TO THAILAND IN MARCH. LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEALER WITH GOOD SERVICE. ANY SUGGESTIONS WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. THANKS AGAIN.
@gbriar6 жыл бұрын
There's a Kawasaki dealership in Chiang Rai City ... there's also now a Triumph dealership :) Service has been great to date, no complaints at all.
@knoblauchzehe77936 жыл бұрын
Was thinking of getting one and sell my car. The traffic here in the Philippines is terrible what yeah think?