BMW R 1200 RS 2015 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

BMW R 1200 RS 2015

BMW R 1200 RS 2015

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

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Overview - BMW R 1200 RS 2015 vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

BMW R 1200 RS 2015

BMW R 1200 RS 2015

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 RS 2015 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

BMW R 1200 RS 2015
Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020
BMW R 1200 RS 2015
BMW R 1200 RS 2015
Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020
Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power120 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque102 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio10.3
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Petal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

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 width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,203 mmLength2,240 mm
WidthWidth998 mmWidth895 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,530 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)236 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)250 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 RS 2015

BMW R 1200 RS 2015

Wunderlich has optimised the already great R 1200 RS with pinpoint accuracy and turned it into a real dream machine. The straight handlebars fit the sports tourer really well. The bike's sporty look is justified. Anyone who tries this Wunderlich machine sets the bar incredibly high for their next motorbike. A real dream bike.

Precise and stable handling

comfortable seating position

great wind protection

with the Wunderlich conversion, a very sporty and sleek look overall.

Knee angle somewhat compact with long legs

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price BMW R 1200 RS vs Kawasaki Versys 1000

Price BMW R 1200 RS

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Kawasaki Versys 1000

Model year
Current average market prices

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