Kawasaki Ninja 650 2022 vs. BMW R 1250 RT 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2022

BMW R 1250 RT 2022

BMW R 1250 RT 2022

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 650 2022 vs BMW R 1250 RT 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2022

BMW R 1250 RT 2022

BMW R 1250 RT 2022

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 650 2022 compared to BMW R 1250 RT 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2022
BMW R 1250 RT 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore83 mmBore102.5 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke76 mm
Engine powerEngine power68.2 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore52 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid-air
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelelever
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter37 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel136 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake64.1 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail116 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter276 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,055 mmLength2,222 mm
WidthWidth740 mmWidth985 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,485 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height805 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)193 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)279 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity25 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, Sound System, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2022

Save the sport tourer! With the Ninja 650, Kawasaki has created an exemplary representative of this class and (hopefully) solved the problem of the new generation. The stable chassis and the decent two-cylinder will delight beginners and advanced riders alike, even at a brisker pace. The front brake is a little too well intentioned, lacking a transparent pressure point despite basically good braking performance. Another plus is the TFT display, which we don't find in the competition at the moment, as well as the grown-up look, which is strongly oriented towards the larger Ninja models.

one of the last of its kind

powerful two-cylinder

comfortable seat suitable for touring

compact dimensions

beginner-friendly seat height

stable chassis

TFT display with connectivity

sporty look

Overall too dainty for tall riders

Front brake pressure point

Limited suitability for touring with two people

BMW R 1250 RT 2022

BMW R 1250 RT 2022

The BMW R 1250 RT simply feels superior when touring. The heavy bike sits compactly in the hand and wags nimbly through the bends. A great touring motorbike.

Great wind and weather protection

Great boxer engine

Powerful acceleration

Easy engine modulation

Well-designed controls

Great integrated luggage

High stability even at high speeds

Somewhat cumbersome when manoeuvring

gear changes at low revs a little choppy

opaque pressure point of the brakes

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs BMW R 1250 RT

Price Kawasaki Ninja 650

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