BMW F 800 GS 2012 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

BMW F 800 GS 2012

BMW F 800 GS 2012

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

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Overview - BMW F 800 GS 2012 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

BMW F 800 GS 2012

BMW F 800 GS 2012

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Technical Specifications BMW F 800 GS 2012 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

BMW F 800 GS 2012
Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore82 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke75.6 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power86 HPEngine power69 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque83 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,570 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio10.8
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement798 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
LengthLength2,320 mmLength2,165 mm
WidthWidth945 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,350 mmHeight1,400 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,578 mmWheelbase1,415 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height880 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight207 kgKerb Weight214 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 800 GS 2012

BMW F 800 GS 2012

Fully equipped with special equipment from Touratech, the BMW looked very imposing and gave the impression of a real, masculine adventurer's motorbike. Headlight grille, engine guard, grippy, wider footrests, and much more hopefully deceived many eyewitnesses about the same-sex partnership on the breathable comfort seat.

Fully equipped with optional extras

imposing impression

good workmanship

pleasant chassis.

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Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

When it was first introduced, the Versys 650 was a refreshing, modern concept that combined lots of fun with a lively in-line two-cylinder engine, high everyday utility and a wide range of uses. In the meantime, it has a few years under its belt and, after the visual update, which is very successful, it also deserves a technical overhaul. While the tank should not shrink, a lower seat height would be desirable.

Adjustable brake and clutch levers

wide range of use

21 litre tank

sporty look

Narrow handlebars

somewhat sluggish in bends

high seat

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 800 GS vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Price BMW F 800 GS

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