BMW R 1200 R 2011 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

BMW R 1200 R 2011

BMW R 1200 R 2011

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 R 2011 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

BMW R 1200 R 2011
Kawasaki Versys 650 2020
BMW R 1200 R 2011
BMW R 1200 R 2011
Kawasaki Versys 650 2020
Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power110 HPEngine power69 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque119 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio10.8
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,145 mmLength2,165 mm
WidthWidth906 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,285 mmHeight1,400 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height800 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight223 kgKerb Weight214 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 R 2011

BMW R 1200 R 2011

After just a few kilometres on the R, you feel as if you've been allowed to spend a day in a tailor-made suit tailored with a lot of experience and tradition. You behave more cultivated than usual, a little more mature, a little more polite, definitely proud.

Stylish

strong engine

optimal ABS, ASC and ESA

hard, pleasant sound.

Seat very unfamiliar.

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

The 2019 model year Kawasaki Versys presented itself as a comfortable, stable yet lively touring machine. The motorbike is versatile and offers high utility value. It is a fully-fledged touring machine that is a pleasure to ride on extended tours. The bike offers a terrific price/performance ratio.

Great travel comfort

pleasant and comfortable chassis

easy to use

seating position ready for touring

agile and light-footed handling.

Vibrations in the footpegs

response behaviour during transition from pushing and load operation

ABS cannot be deactivated

weight somewhat high

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 R vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Price BMW R 1200 R

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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Current average market prices

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