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BMW F 650 GS 2008 vs. Kawasaki KLE 500 2005

BMW F 650 GS 2008

BMW F 650 GS 2008

Kawasaki KLE 500 2005

Kawasaki KLE 500 2005

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Overview - BMW F 650 GS 2008 vs Kawasaki KLE 500 2005

BMW F 650 GS 2008

BMW F 650 GS 2008

Kawasaki KLE 500 2005

Kawasaki KLE 500 2005

Technical Specifications BMW F 650 GS 2008 compared to Kawasaki KLE 500 2005

BMW F 650 GS 2008
Kawasaki KLE 500 2005
BMW F 650 GS 2008
BMW F 650 GS 2008
Kawasaki KLE 500 2005
Kawasaki KLE 500 2005

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power50 HPEngine power48 HP
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement652 ccmDisplacement498 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,479 mmWheelbase1,510 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height780 mmSeat Height850 mm
Dry WeightDry Weight176 kgDry Weight181 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.3 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
Top SpeedTop Speed166 km/hTop Speed165 km/h
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 650 GS 2008

BMW F 650 GS 2008

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.

Kawasaki KLE 500 2005

Kawasaki KLE 500 2005

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 650 GS vs Kawasaki KLE 500

Price BMW F 650 GS

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Kawasaki KLE 500

Model year
Current average market prices

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