BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1000 2023

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2023

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2023

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Overview - BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 2023

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2023

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2023

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1000 2023

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019
Kawasaki Versys 1000 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore102.5 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power120 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque102 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio10.3
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquid-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter37 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel210 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel220 mmTravel152 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
RakeRake65.1 degreeRake63 degree
TrailTrail95.4 mmTrail106 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter305 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Petal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter276 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by WireAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, 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 diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,270 mmLength2,240 mm
WidthWidth952 mmWidth950 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,504 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height890 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)268 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)253 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity30 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentHeated grips, Cornering lights, LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

The all-purpose weapon from Bavaria that can also handle ambitious off-road rides with ease. Thanks to an extra 2 centimetres of suspension travel and 10 litres more fuel in the tank, no tour is too far and no challenge too great. The comparatively low centre of gravity helps with handling and the more powerful engine brings it much closer to the normal R 1250 GS in terms of riding dynamics. In the new 1250 model generation, it offers not only the revised engine, which brings even better rideability, but also a plus in standard equipment and safety. The fiercest competitor for the Adventure is nevertheless lurking in its own house, because even the conventional, less expensive GS is already a fine all-rounder.

Great ride comfort

extreme range

good ergonomics

excellent weather protection

bulbous torque

clean response

generally good rideability due to low centre of gravity

customisation options.

High weight noticeable in the braking zone

high price

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2023

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 GS Adventure vs Kawasaki Versys 1000

Price BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

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