Kawasaki Versys 650 2010 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2010

Kawasaki Versys 650 2010

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2010 vs BMW R 1200 GS 2010

Kawasaki Versys 650 2010

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2010 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2010

Kawasaki Versys 650 2010

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

Kawasaki Versys 650 2010

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	83 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	64 HP	Engine power	110 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	61 Nm	Torque	120 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,800 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.6	Compression Ratio	12
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Oil-air
Displacement	Displacement	649 ccm	Displacement	1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Strut
Adjustment	Adjustment	Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	110 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Length	Length	2,125 mm	Length	2,210 mm
Width	Width	840 mm	Width	915 mm
Height	Height	1,315 mm	Height	1,450 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,415 mm	Wheelbase	1,507 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	845 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	206 kg	Kerb Weight	229 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2010

With a full tank of only 211 kg, it is particularly easy to handle in the mountains. All in all, it is at home almost anywhere, an everyday bike with that certain kick. With a new headlight and modernised design, the Versys is back on the attack.

Absolutely suitable for everyday use

interesting concept

very low consumption.

Performance not too high.

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

A GS Adventure has practically everything you need for the big trip. But firstly, Touratech manufactures some parts for BMW anyway and secondly, it doesn't stop with the optional extras offered by the Bavarians.

Sporty look

well equipped

enough storage space

The technology of the conversion takes some getting used to