Bajaj Dominar 250 vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Last Updated: August 24, 2026

Bajaj Dominar 250 price starts at Rs. 1.87 Lakh, which is Rs. 6.76 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Versys 650, priced at Rs. 8.63 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Dominar 250 offers a claimed 35.03 kmpl, while the Versys 650 delivers 20 kmpl. On the performance front, the Dominar 250 uses a 248.77cc engine producing 27 PS @ 8500 rpm and the Versys 650 a 649cc engine producing 67 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Dominar 250 and Versys 650, the Dominar 250 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Versys 650 stands out for performance.

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Dominar 250 vs Versys 650 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Dominar 250Kawasaki Versys 650
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.87 LakhRs. 8.63 Lakh
Mileage 35.03 kmpl20 kmpl
Engine 248.77 cc649 cc
Max power 27 PS @ 8500 rpm67 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 180 Kg220 Kg

Dominar 250 vs Versys 650 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Dominar 250 STDKawasaki Versys 650 STD
Rating
6 reviews
5 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.87 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 8.63 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 stroke, Liquid cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC
Max Power 27 PS @ 8500 rpm 67 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Dominar 250 Colors
Kawasaki Versys 650 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,584 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 23,629 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,832 Dominar 250 Insurance Rs. 31,381 Versys 650 Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
132 kmph
200 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 stroke, Liquid cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC
Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC
Engine Displacement
248.77 cc
649 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
27 PS @ 8500 rpm
67 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
23.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm
61 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
72 mm
83 mm
Stroke
72 mm
60 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
11.9:1
10.8:1

Front Brake
Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
35.03 kmpl
20 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Braking 100-0 km/h
43m
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic, 37 mm USD Fork, Travel 135 mm
Ø41 mm Inverted Fork With Adjustable Rebound Damping (Right Side), And Spring Preload Adjustability (Left Side), Wheel Travel - 150 mm
Suspension-Rear
Multi-step adjustable Monoshocks with Nitrox, Wheel stroke of 110 mm
Laydown Offset Single-Shock With Remote Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 145 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
33 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17,Rear :-130/70-17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-160/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
201 kg
Seat height
800 mm
845 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
3.1 L
Length*Width*Height
2156*836*1112 mm3
2165*840*1360 mm3
Wheelbase
1453 mm
1415 mm
Length
2156 mm
2165 mm
Ground Clearance
157 mm
170 mm
Height
1112 mm
1360 mm
Width
836 mm
840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
21 L
Kerb Weight
180 Kg
220 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
250 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 10AH

Frame Type
Beam Type Perimeter Frame
Tubular Diamond, High-Tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sports
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Sports Tourer Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Stepup Seat
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Km / 30-45 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km / 8 Months
Not Available
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km / 1 Year
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
2 Years or 3,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
3000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Versys 650
  • Great pricing when compared with its rivals
  • You can easily cover 1,000km/day on this bike
  • Adjustable suspension and great handling by ADV standards
Kawasaki Versys 650
  • Kawasaki service and spare parts cost is high
  • The engine offers performance but isn’t thrilling or emotional
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Bajaj Dominar 250 Vs Kawasaki Versys 650 FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Dominar 250 vs Kawasaki Versys 650?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Dominar 250 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But Kawasaki Versys 650 is better on the grounds of features.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Dominar 250 vs Kawasaki Versys 650?
The Bajaj Dominar 250 is cheaper than Kawasaki Versys 650 by ₹6.76 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Dominar 250 vs Kawasaki Versys 650?
For the STD version, 248.77 cc Petrol engine of Dominar 250 produces 27 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 23.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Versys 650 produces 67 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 61 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Dominar 250 has better performance.

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