BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009 vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009
Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power120 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque102 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque7,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio10.3
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,240 mmLength2,240 mm
WidthWidth990 mmWidth950 mm
HeightHeight1,525 mmHeight1,530 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,510 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height910 mmSeat Height840 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity33 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

In the last 30 years of its development, the GS has learned everything you need to know to remain the best-selling motorbike over 500 cubic metres for years - worldwide!

easy to ride

33-litre tank

ergonomics

brakes

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Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

The Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE is a particularly well-designed representative of a type that is so difficult to categorise. In the end, it is simply a very good and universal motorbike. At the regulars' table, it will hardly score points with 120 hp. But in practice, all elements of the motorbike are designed and dimensioned in such a way that you enjoy riding it for a long time. On long tours, it has sufficient power, offers dynamic handling and high riding comfort. Compared to the competition, you hardly miss the power. Kawasaki should improve on the integration of a Navigatinos app in the display.

High riding comfort for rider and passenger

Great wind and weather protection

High-quality chassis can be adjusted very precisely to the requirements

Well controllable and rev-happy engine

Strong pull from the engine

At high temperatures, the standard windshield is too generously dimensioned - even at the lowest setting, you hardly get any wind at all

display and mobile phone app cannot keep up with the competition.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE

Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

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Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE

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