BMW F 650 GS 2012 vs. KTM 450 EXC 2016

BMW F 650 GS 2012

BMW F 650 GS 2012

KTM 450 EXC 2016

KTM 450 EXC 2016

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Overview - BMW F 650 GS 2012 vs KTM 450 EXC 2016

BMW F 650 GS 2012

BMW F 650 GS 2012

KTM 450 EXC 2016

KTM 450 EXC 2016

Technical Specifications BMW F 650 GS 2012 compared to KTM 450 EXC 2016

BMW F 650 GS 2012
KTM 450 EXC 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore82 mmBore95 mm
StrokeStroke75.6 mmStroke63.4 mm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11.8
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement798 ccmDisplacement449.3 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeCentral tube

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height90 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width140 mmRear tyre width140 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height80 %
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,482 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height970 mm
Dry WeightDry Weight179 kgDry Weight111 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity9 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 650 GS 2012

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 450 EXC 2016

KTM 450 EXC 2016

The KTM 450 EXC is a very mature and perfectly implemented hard enduro. It has an almost infinite amount of experience. It is reliable and extremely confident in every situation. A faithful companion for off-road use which also performs its service extremely reliably.

Very reliable

well thought out and mature

powerful engine

clean engine response

High weight compared to 2-strokes

More nervous in ruts than other makes

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 650 GS vs KTM 450 EXC

Price BMW F 650 GS

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Price KTM 450 EXC

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