BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009
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BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009
Kawasaki Versys 650 2016
Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power69 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentRebound

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

When it was first introduced, the Versys 650 was a refreshing, modern concept that combined lots of fun with a lively in-line two-cylinder engine, high everyday utility and a wide range of uses. In the meantime, it has a few years under its belt and, after the visual update, which is very successful, it also deserves a technical overhaul. While the tank should not shrink, a lower seat height would be desirable.

Adjustable brake and clutch levers

wide range of use

21 litre tank

sporty look

Narrow handlebars

somewhat sluggish in bends

high seat

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

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