Kawasaki Versys 650 2020 vs. BMW F 800 ST 2011

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

BMW F 800 ST 2011

BMW F 800 ST 2011

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2020 compared to BMW F 800 ST 2011

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020
BMW F 800 ST 2011

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore82 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke75.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power69 HPEngine power86 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque64 NmTorque86 Nm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionBelt
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement798 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,082 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth860 mm
HeightHeight1,400 mmHeight1,155 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,466 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight214 kgKerb Weight204 kg
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 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

BMW F 800 ST 2011

BMW F 800 ST 2011

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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Price BMW F 800 ST

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