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Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022 vs. BMW R 1250 RS 2020

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

BMW R 1250 RS 2020

BMW R 1250 RS 2020

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Overview - Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022 vs BMW R 1250 RS 2020

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

BMW R 1250 RS 2020

BMW R 1250 RS 2020

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022 compared to BMW R 1250 RS 2020

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022
BMW R 1250 RS 2020
Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022
Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022
BMW R 1250 RS 2020
BMW R 1250 RS 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore83 mmBore102.5 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke76 mm
Engine powerEngine power68.2 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore52 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid-air
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel125 mmTravel140 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeLoad-bearing engine
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake62.3 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail110.8 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter200 mmDiameter276 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,055 mmLength2,202 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,530 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)243 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

With the RS, Kawasaki proves that it has mastered the art of retro bikes. You immediately forget that underneath the pretty dress is the normal Z650, because thanks to the right details, the retro design has been convincingly implemented. In the saddle, you enjoy the accessibility that you know from the technical sister. A retro bike that both beginners and experienced bikers will really enjoy!

perfectly realised retro design

analogue displays

lively engine,accessible handling

powerful brakes

comfortable ergonomics

adjustable levers

real eye-catcher

slightly softer sound

BMW R 1250 RS 2020

BMW R 1250 RS 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z650 RS vs BMW R 1250 RS

Price Kawasaki Z650 RS

Model year
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Price BMW R 1250 RS

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