Kawasaki Versys 650 (2022-2025)
Fluid capacities, consumables, drivetrain, tire pressure & wear limits
The Kawasaki Versys 650 (2022-2025) takes 1.8 L of oil with a filter change (1.6 L without).
Fluid Capacities
Oil capacity (with filter)1.8 LWhen filter is removed
Oil capacity (without filter)1.6 LWhen filter is not removed
Oil capacity (dry fill)2.3 LWhen engine is completely dry
Coolant (radiator)1.2 LReserve tank full level, including radiator and engine
Consumables
Engine oil gradeAPI SG, SH, SJ, SL or SM with JASO MA, MA1 or MA2, SAE 10W-40
Coolant typePermanent antifreeze (ethylene glycol, Green), 50/50 mixture with soft water
Oil filter (OEM)16097-0008From a Kawasaki oil filter fitment list. "Versys 650 ABS" is only listed for 2021-2022, but "Versys 650 LT" (same engine, luggage-equipped trim) explicitly covers 2015-2026, spanning this bike's full range.
Air filter (OEM)Not listed by part number in the manual (viscous paper element)
Spark plug (OEM)NGK CR9EIA-9
Front brake pads (OEM)Not listed by part number in the manual (service part)
Rear brake pads (OEM)Not listed by part number in the manual (service part)
Drive chainDAIDO DID520VM4, 114 links
Clutch free play2–3 mm
Drivetrain
Chain size520
Chain links114
Chain slack25–35 mm
Chain 20-link limit319 mmNew chain 20-link length standard: 317.5-318.2 mm
Front sprocket (OEM)15TDerived from the final drive reduction ratio 3.067 (46/15) — tooth counts aren't printed as a standalone spec
Rear sprocket (OEM)46TDerived from the final drive reduction ratio 3.067 (46/15) — tooth counts aren't printed as a standalone spec
Brakes & Tires
Front tire size120/70ZR17 M/C (58W)
Rear tire size160/60ZR17 M/C (69W)
Front tire pressure225 kPa
Rear tire pressure250 kPaUp to 150 kg load; 290 kPa for 150-210 kg load (passenger + luggage)
Brake fluid typeDOT4
Wear Limits
Front brake disc (min)4.5 mmStandard 4.8-5.2 mm
Rear brake disc (min)4.5 mmStandard 4.8-5.2 mm
Brake pad — front (min)1 mm
Brake pad — rear (min)1 mm
Clutch friction plate (min)2.5 mmStandard 2.60-3.00 mm
Drive chain slack (limit)35 mmThis matches the top of the standard adjustment range (25-35 mm); the manual gives no separate wear-limit figure beyond it