Lovely thanks Mark :)

Lucky guy great choice all the best mark

Hi ,yes ive been looking at the 2018 model versys 1000 and there are some great deals around at the moment ,its now one of my favourite bikes all the best mark

Thanks alan ,its good value ,what a lovely bike to ride all the best mark

Great thanks Paul ,the versys 1000 is a favorite of mine :)

Hi thanks for the comment ! :) mp

Lovely tim thanks ,yes the versys 1000 is one of my favorites,super smooth and so comfortable ,quite a bit cheaper than the se version :)

Thanks Shaun ,out of all those bikes my choice would be the versys 1000 ,just fits me nicely and it's super smooth and comfy :)

Hi Shaun yes I saw those 2018 models on eBay today great value thanks for the comment all the best mark

Thanks Garth my thoughts too

Thanks john all the best mark

Looks like a great bike. My only concern is I have yet to see the base model on Kawasaki's US website, but they have the SE LT. I don't know if I can justify $19 grand on this thing, but the base model looks like it has all you need. I wonder if they are planning on releasing this model here in the US.

Hi Graeme ....for me the versys 1000 is one of the best seats I've ever ridden on a motorcycle 100% recommend these bikes Cheers mark

Thanks Brian these are great bikes and super comfortable:)

Nice one Adam :)

So, how do you like it? I was thinking of getting the base model-don't care for all the gadgets unless it is a better ride than the base?

@@phnx4life Really nice, it's all the bike you ever need really engine is smooth as butter, top and side cases are excellent ( 2 helmets in top case and 1 per side), comfortable seating position, great for two up riding. I had a v1k 2016 model before getting the 2019 SE verison and it's not a game changer but electronic suspension, cruise control and all the other gadgets just make it a more complete package for what I want from a bike.

Thanks ian for the comment ! :)

Thanks the versys 1000 base model is a favourite of mine :)

I'm in the same position as you with a short leg of 29" and I'm seriously thinking about the BMW F750GS. They offer a low seat which would enable me to put my feet on the floor, rather than being on my toes with the standard setup, but I'm concerned about the comfort. I don't want to buy a touring bike that gives me a numb bum after an hour or so. Does lowering the suspension compromise the handling and ground clearance to any significant degree? I don't want to be worrying about the pegs grounding when I'm just motoring along. I'm not a scratcher, but I like to make progress and have some fun as well. I'm interested to know why you choose the lower suspension option rather than the lower seat height. I've not considered the 1200, so I don't know if a lower seat is an option. If it is, is it uncomfortable? The 750 offers both choices which give more or less the same result regarding seat height and I'm trying to decide which option is best.

@@sproutandkidneysoup2296 My lowered 1200GS has about the same seat height as the 750GS with the lowered suspension and standard seat by the looks of things. With the 1200GS (not sure about the 1250) if you had the lowered suspension option (reduces it by 20mm IIRC) you had to have the low seat as well as mine's about 790/800mm in that format and for me it works well. I was lucky enough that the dealer had a lowered version waiting for a customer to pick it up so I was ale to do a straight comparison in the showroom after I'd ridden the 1200 with the normal suspension on a test ride. I'm no hooligan/power ranger but do like to get a move on without attracting the attention of the boys in blue and handling wise I've never ground my GS out so I'd say don't worry on that score and being lowered the COG is a bit lower and the wheelbase slightly shorter so if anything it might be a tad more nimble and better planted but I would suspect most people wouldn't be able to tell one way or the other. I can easily ride for a couple of hours in the saddle even with the lowered seat, but as the day goes on if I'm riding long distances without a stop it starts to become uncomfortable after less miles but that may be me rather than the bike! I do have a gell seat cover if I'm going to be out all day with just stops for petrol but rarely have to use it TBH. The lowered suspension 750 will have the same seat/bars/pegs ergonomics as the standard bike, but the reach to the ground will be less where as the lowered seat makes you sit slightly more upright as the bars are effectively a little taller and your legs are slightly more bent at the knee so I would suggest you get to your local dealer and have a test ride and discuss the seat and suspension options with the them as BMW are very good in this area and you will be able to take one out for at least an hour. They might even have a low seat you could put on to see which works best for you but I would guess the standard seat with the lowered suspension would be a good place to start as you'll be lower to the ground but have a decent amount of padding and as you say you could try out the various options to get an idea which will suit you best. I've also got a pair on Daytona M Star boots as they have a 25mm thicker heel in them so help out in the short leg department too which I got more for when I have the wife on the back and fully laden panniers, again something else you might want to consider. The 750 is also about 25kg lighter than the 1200/1250 so the seat height might not be so critical, especially if you only ride solo. Good luck

@@Bazza47 Thank you so much for your reply. I hadn't considered the high heel boots option as well! Probably because I didn't know they existed. You live and learn. Unfortunately, my local BMW dealer doesn't have a low seat/suspension bike available, but your answer has given me food for thought. I really do want to buy that bike. It was the ground clearance with the pegs that was worrying me, so thank you for setting my mind at ease. I want a touring bike, and the only options are the Ninja 650, which I would be more than happy with, or the 750GS, which is my preference. One thing I will say though, is a limited choice concentrates the mind and somehow makes the buying decision easier. We're not kids in a sweet shop are we? Thanks again for your answer.

@@sproutandkidneysoup2296 you're welcome. Why don't you go in and see the dealer principle, explain your problem and ask them to get a low seat in for you to try on their test bike on the understanding that if you like the bike you'll buy one from them. That low seat will as you've said give you the same seat height as you'd get on the lowered version with the standard seat. A test ride would allow you to see if the standard bike with the low seat had the correct ergonomics for you and if it was comfortable enough. If they say no try another dealer? Alternativly tey one if the forums to see if anyone local to you has one they'll let you sit on.

@@Bazza47 Yes I will. I need my feet flat on the ground and a seat height of 790mm gives me that. I've not given up! Fortunately, I'm not that heavy, about 66Kg, so I think the low seat on it's own will be enough. I've never had a bike that's given me a sore backside yet, so all is good. Hopefully. As for the ergonomics, It did feel a very comfortable machine when I sat on it so I don't expect any problems in that respect. Short legs and a long body. The top half was fine.

Hi yes it's low/mid power is brilliant :) All the best mark

Thanks mangesh

Hi John it showed 47 mpg for me today :)

Where did you buy it from. Great price btw 👍

@@markpulling12 hi you can see here kzfaq.info/get/bejne/edFpmNV7ub-3noE.html Greenhams Newbury

Hi kevo ,i prefered the z900rs to the speed twin ,buy only by a tiny margin ,the rs just looks a bit better in my eyes and i like its engine all the best mp

Thanks mike whats the bike in your pic bmw ?

mark pulling No mate its a triumph bonneville T100

Haha yes Dave can't wait two more sleeps :)

How's the new bike Mark?

@@djbgatekeeper absolutely amazing Dave I currently am looking at it now in the garage wishing it wasn't raining ,done 100 miles so far , absolute weapon to ride , amazing engine ,can't wait to get some more miles on and open her right up ,I'll do an unveiling vid Soon then an owners review at about 1000 miles cheers Dave

@@markpulling12 awesome! Il look forward to those videos. I also spend time look at my bike in the garage lol.... Great weather eh 🙈

Thanks eric ,should be another within a week all the best mark

No I haven't but I know the bike ,I'll check it out later on the internet :)

Hi matt ,no sorry i havnt ridden the tiger sport ,but ive heard very good things about them ,well priced too,re the versys ,id personally go for the base model because its the same bike but without all the electronics,and a few thousand cheaper ,all the best mark

Yes good point again Ronald I'll have a good still look at the bikes when I do my walk round at the end of the video cheers for the feedback :). Out of interest where are you in the world ?

Bathurst Australia

@@ronaldwhite5670 ok great to know I'm getting round the world :)

Thanks for the correction, couldnt seem to find that info on the kawasaki website all the best mark

Hi yes please on your thoughts ,i saw your z900 pic on facebook very nice !,thought it would be good to test the base versys 1000 against the se model and it does very well and a good price too :)

Hi Mark Just back from testing both the standard and the SE model. Both bikes are indeed as you described in your videos with the only difference being that you do get spoilt with the SE. We tried both bikes two up and I think the final nod being to the SE just for the fact that it sorts the ride out for you.. Anyway hope you are enjoying the pocket rocket you have just purchased. PS check out the new seats that should have arrived for the 900 on the first Keep up the good work

Hi glad you enjoyed both versys,and survived the wind !! ,yes i know what you mean with the se versys it has amazing suspension,yes pocket rocket is going great ,1st service soon ,hopefully better weather next week all the best mark

Are you going to the open night this Thursday at Bournemouth Kawasaki? If so see you there

@@solentmotorbiketours9545 yes I did apply online not heard anything back ,but assume I can just turn up ?

Haha Phil I never want to give them back !!

Hello Kash, where did you book? Can u Whatsapp me on 9975578884. I am in the process of booking it.

have you received your bike, i am also 5.8 is it manageable for me ?

Hi sal it's got led lights ,so I'd say they will both be on ,same as my ninja 636 thanks Mark

Hi Alex yes still got it 1997 model 62000 miles still going great ,But I'm getting something very new and tasty on the 1st March :). Watch this space !

@@markpulling12 Oh the suspense!

yes agreed peter !

Thanks Dave the versys 1000 is one of my favorites :)

Hi Frank interestingly enough you can only get the base model in Orange or white not the green

Yes it can be added its £250 from kawasaki all the best mark

Hi mark yes I had a dark visor on and it was fine, service intervals are 7500 miles I believe which I quite good ,the versys 1000 is one of my favorite adventure tourers All the best mark

Hi aaron ,i found it to be no worse, which is great, the suspension on the base model feels sublime ,very good quality all the best mark

Nice one Paul. the versys 1000 is one of my favorite adventure tourers All the best mark

Hi David wouldn't say it's better or more reliable ,BMW are very reliable these days ,the base versys is alot cheaper than the GS and for me it's what I'd go for only because I slightly prefer the butter smooth engine and it's so comfortable for me ,try and demo ride them both if you can ,let me know your outcome all the best mark

Hi yes id get the bigger screen for sure mp

Hi Mark I have the tracer on my channel from 2015 but I have yet to test the most recent gt model ,that's next on the list actually !

Looking forward to it Mark👍🏻

Hi David no it's the same bike but with more toys all the best mark

@@markpulling12 thanks Mark

Hi miguel,the tracer you have is brilliant ,the versys will give you a bit more power and torque,the 2018 gt version is very good value now ,I would go for that one if its a good price in portugal all the best mark

@@markpulling12 thanks for your advice Mark! Anyway... I'm still confuse.. because of your comment on this beautiful bike😉 Kawasaki se it's só great that i can't stop thinking of her 😜

@@markpulling12 safe Ride!

Hi fertig ,well all I can say is the versys 1000 is one of the most comfortable bikes I've ever ridden and the engine so smooth ,I'd highly recommend it All the best mark

@@markpulling12 Thanks 👍

It was fine. the bars are kind of raked back to you on the clamps

Haha i have very good relationships with my local dealers christian all the best mark

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No good point Ronald I'll put those in my future reviews All the best mark

Yes, service intervals would be good.

Hi ,no i wouldnt change the can ,i quite like the look of it and it sounded lovely to me all the best mark

Hi chris ,soon a my local dealer has one ,ill review it all the best MP

Hi yes it can ,the versys 1000 se screen would be great all the best mark

Versys 650 review coming in a week or two :)

Hi leo ,good point ,did wonder that myself all the best mp

Because not everyone is hung up on HP and top speed. Some people want useable, friendly power, right where they need it. No downshiting to pass, simply twist throttle and be gone. And in the real world, 118 HP is plenty. Ill take midrange grunt over top end power everyday of the week. That's what you get with the Versys, plus Kawasaki reliability. And you save a lot of $$$$ and well. Makes sense to me.

Brilliant comment sheldon ! couldnt agree more all the best mark

@@markpulling12 Thanx Mark. Recently subscribed, you do a really great job with real person, unbiased reviews. The Versys is on my radar, been wanting one for a while, but I picked up an 06 Concours last year with only 20,000km on her and like new. Another ride ive always wanted. So the wife says can't have 2 bikes. Time will tell. Safe riding brother.

in a week or two

Spoken like a true delusional socialist. You wouldn't understand the basics of vehicle design, volume cost efficiencies, profit motive to operate a business, or basic market dynamics. These lack of basic fundamentals most likely explain why you wallet is thin, your perspective is irrational, and the value/price equation is inconceivable to your limited intellectual capacity. Luckily you were born with two legs just to get you around. The world's resources belong to highest bidder or the one who are most industrious to exploit them for the greater benefit of all. Been that way since the dawn of mankind. World is a competitive place and humans like any other animal still subject to Darwins law of survival of the fittest (mentally and physically). Take a good look in the mirror and you will get a view of one of those individuals losing the game.

Thanks Hans :). The versys 1000 is one of my favorite adventure tourers. Good luck with your decision !

@@markpulling12 Thank you kindly :o)

@@markpulling12 I am doomed LOL - ordered a white Versys 1000 (base model in touring config) today ..

@@hanszimmer4679 brilliant Hans bet you can't wait :)

@@markpulling12 Hahahaha you bet. approx 10 days of waiting that will seem like an eternity lol one small downside to this - i trade in my vulcan for the Versys but i will get over it in time i guess :o)

Hi dave if you compare it with other manufacturers ,bmw 1250 ,tiger 1200 its good value, but me personally id go for the base model versys 1000 which is about £3000 cheaper :)

no not really its more road touring MP

Hi it will give about 45/50 mpg UK Cheers mark

Haha no worries Steve we all have our personal tastes :)