Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013 vs. BMW R 1200 RT 2009

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013 vs BMW R 1200 RT 2009

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013 compared to BMW R 1200 RT 2009

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013
BMW R 1200 RT 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore77 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power118 HPEngine power110 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque102 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,235 mmLength2,230 mm
WidthWidth900 mmWidth905 mm
HeightHeight1,405 mmHeight1,430 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,485 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height845 mmSeat Height820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity27 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013

With no other Bigenduro can you ride so hard on the knee and therefore end up way ahead on the grid. If you often feel attacked on your holiday trip, you should fight back with the Versys 1000. Which proves that big enduros and four-cylinders do get along.

Silky running powerplant

sporty, comfortable chassis

efficient wind protection

cushioned seat.

Slight tipping in curves takes some getting used to

arguable design

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

The S-class among motorbikes. You want to tour and travel in a relaxed manner, ideally with company, sufficient luggage stowed in the sophisticated, easy-to-use pannier systems. There are not many motorbikes on which women like to ride in the back, but the RT is one of them.

Luxurious

integrated electronics

efficient windshield

comfortable ride

spacious pannier system

quite heavy at 300kg

proud price

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs BMW R 1200 RT

Price Kawasaki Versys 1000

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Price BMW R 1200 RT

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