BMW F 700 GS 2013 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1100 2025

BMW F 700 GS 2013

Kawasaki Versys 1100 2025

Overview - BMW F 700 GS 2013 vs Kawasaki Versys 1100 2025

BMW F 700 GS 2013

Kawasaki Versys 1100 2025

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Details

Technical Specifications BMW F 700 GS 2013 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1100 2025

BMW F 700 GS 2013

Kawasaki Versys 1100 2025

BMW F 700 GS 2013

Kawasaki Versys 1100 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	82 mm	Bore	77 mm
Stroke	Stroke	75.6 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	75 HP	Engine power	135 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,300 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	77 Nm	Torque	112 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,600 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	10.3
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	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	798 ccm	Displacement	1,099 ccm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

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

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Suspension electronically adjustable	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	140 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,280 mm	Length	2,270 mm
Width	Width	855 mm	Width	895 mm
Height	Height	1,240 mm	Height	1,465 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,562 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	820 mm	Seat Height	840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	209 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	255 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 700 GS 2013

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Versys 1100 2025

There is probably not a single owner of a Kawasaki Versys 1100 who is not satisfied with its riding characteristics. It simply rides well. On the other hand, I have never heard anyone say: "The Versys looks really cool!" Even owners just say "Well, it's not that ugly". Anyone who is above that will be happy with the Versys - a really good bike.

Surprisingly dynamic and agile riding performance

Excellent wind protection

Easy handling even at low speeds

Good power delivery from the four-cylinder engine

Very good price-performance ratio

Excellent cornering behaviour

High seating, aerodynamic and riding comfort

Unspectacular appearance that does not convey any dynamics

Only manually adjustable windscreen

Complicated operating concept