Kawasaki Z650 2023 vs. BMW F 650 GS 2009

Kawasaki Z650 2023

BMW F 650 GS 2009

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z650 2023 compared to BMW F 650 GS 2009

Kawasaki Z650 2023

BMW F 650 GS 2009

Kawasaki Z650 2023

BMW F 650 GS 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	83 mm	Bore	82 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60 mm	Stroke	75.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	68 HP	Engine power	71 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	65.7 Nm	Torque	75 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.8	Compression Ratio	12
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Belt
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	649 ccm	Displacement	798 ccm

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,055 mm	Length	2,280 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,410 mm	Wheelbase	1,575 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790 mm	Seat Height	820 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	185 kg	Kerb Weight	179 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z650 2023

The Kawasaki Z 650 is probably the most docile motorbike in the naked bike segment. And that is to be understood in an absolutely positive way - as long as you are not particularly tall and heavy. It is slim, light, agile and accessible. All the controls, but also the engine, do not overwhelm. If you are looking for spectacular performance, you should go for the Z 900, but if you are looking for a nimble and easy-to-ride motorbike, you will be satisfied.

Very accessible handling

Very compact and easy to manoeuvre

Motorcycle appears light and compact

Gives small riders a lot of confidence

Adjustable levers

Not enough space on the bike for tall riders

bike looks a class smaller than 650cc overall

engine looks a bit tame

very defensive seating position

handlebars too narrow and cranked too much for a naked bike.

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.