Kawasaki Versys 650 2023 vs. BMW F 800 GS 2008

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

BMW F 800 GS 2008

BMW F 800 GS 2008

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2023 vs BMW F 800 GS 2008

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

BMW F 800 GS 2008

BMW F 800 GS 2008

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2023 compared to BMW F 800 GS 2008

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023
BMW F 800 GS 2008

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power85 HP
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement798 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,578 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height845 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

Relaxed touring with plenty of comfort and enough potential for cornering fun - the Versys 650 is and remains a good choice among mid-range sport tourers. Although you will reach the top of the pass faster on the competition, you will enjoy getting back on the Kawa every time, which welcomes the rider with a high level of comfort and extensive equipment. If you enjoy touring and can get by with a little less power, the Versys 650 is a good choice!

Agile handling

Adjustable chassis

Accessible engine

Electronics update for 2022

Comfortable seating position

Absolutely suitable for long journeys

Low consumption, high range

Engine struggles with weight

Windshield only adjustable with two hands

No cruise control available

BMW F 800 GS 2008

BMW F 800 GS 2008

For us, the 800 GS is not a small GS, but a GS for non-BMW fans. So in principle it combines the virtues of the 1200 without its quirks, as newcomers would say.

Low price

positive ride comfort

beginner-friendly

low weight

relatively luxurious.

Annoying background noise in the (necessary) high rev range

no optional extras of the big GS

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 650 vs BMW F 800 GS

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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Price BMW F 800 GS

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