BMW F 650 GS 2012 vs. KTM 790 Duke 2019

BMW F 650 GS 2012

KTM 790 Duke 2019

Overview - BMW F 650 GS 2012 vs KTM 790 Duke 2019

BMW F 650 GS 2012

KTM 790 Duke 2019

CLICK BAG. The one with the “click”.

The Wunderlich tank bag with smart handling.

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Perfect fit, premium quality – with Hepco&Becker accessories, your bike is ready for any adventure. Quality made in Germany.

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Technical Specifications BMW F 650 GS 2012 compared to KTM 790 Duke 2019

BMW F 650 GS 2012

KTM 790 Duke 2019

BMW F 650 GS 2012

KTM 790 Duke 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	82 mm	Bore	88 mm
Stroke	Stroke	75.6 mm	Stroke	65.7 mm
Engine power	Engine power	71 HP	Engine power	105 HP
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Lubrication	Lubrication	Dry sump	Lubrication	Forced
Displacement	Displacement	798 ccm	Displacement	799 ccm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	100 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	140 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,575 mm	Wheelbase	1,475 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790 mm	Seat Height	825 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 650 GS 2012

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.

KTM 790 Duke 2019

A sporty naked bike that not only has enough power, but also playful handling and high-quality equipment - the KTM 790 Duke ticks all the boxes. If the looks don't bother you, it's hard to find anything the 790 can't do well, because in its hunting ground - the country road - it forms a wonderfully rounded package that doesn't really leave anything to be desired. Initial teething troubles have also been solved, which is why the KTM 790 Duke is still a real recommendation!

high-revving two-cylinder

quickshifter + as standard

great chassis set-up

playful handling

high-quality electronics package

TFT display

good price/performance ratio

Suspension spring preload adjustable at the rear only