BMW F 650 GS 2009 vs. Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

BMW F 650 GS 2009

BMW F 650 GS 2009

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

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Technical Specifications BMW F 650 GS 2009 compared to Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

BMW F 650 GS 2009
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017
BMW F 650 GS 2009
BMW F 650 GS 2009
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore82 mmBore92 mm
StrokeStroke75.6 mmStroke75.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power71 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque75 NmTorque98 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement798 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,280 mmLength2,335 mm
WidthWidth890 mmWidth875 mm
HeightHeight1,240 mmHeight1,475 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity18.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 650 GS 2009

BMW F 650 GS 2009

When it comes to optional extras, accessories and driver equipment, BMW is the benchmark for us. The driver can have his vehicle configured exactly to his wishes and also order the matching clothing at the same time.

Manoeuvrability

agility

low seat height can be reduced again

heated grips

comfortable seat

resale value.

Wind protection somewhat suboptimal compared to the F800.

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Still sensational. It scores with the familiar Honda virtues, but never gets stale. A motorbike that goes with you through thick and thin and doesn't tire even on extra-long tours. Very robust off-road, also copes with really tough passages without any problems. Still the benchmark for touring enduros in 2017.

Comfortable but not boring

Pleasant and perfectly dimensioned engine

Seat height a tad lower than on the KTM- from 175cm height it could work

Suspension elements do everything off-road, but are too comfortably tuned at high speeds

traction control is annoying off-road - always has to be readjusted after every short break.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 650 GS vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

Price BMW F 650 GS

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