BMW F 800 R 2011 vs. Kawasaki Z650 2021

BMW F 800 R 2011

Kawasaki Z650 2021

Overview - BMW F 800 R 2011 vs Kawasaki Z650 2021

BMW F 800 R 2011

Kawasaki Z650 2021

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Technical Specifications BMW F 800 R 2011 compared to Kawasaki Z650 2021

BMW F 800 R 2011

Kawasaki Z650 2021

BMW F 800 R 2011

Kawasaki Z650 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	82 mm	Bore	83 mm
Stroke	Stroke	75.6 mm	Stroke	60 mm
Engine power	Engine power	87 HP	Engine power	68.2 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	86 Nm	Torque	65.7 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	10.8
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	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	798 ccm	Displacement	649 ccm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed 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	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Length	Length	2,145 mm	Length	2,055 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,410 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	800 mm	Seat Height	790 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	199 kg	Kerb Weight	185 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 800 R 2011

In the advertisements, the new BMW F 800 R sometimes comes across as a woman's motorbike. This does not do the bike an injustice, but the civilised engine, the low seat height and the smooth controls certainly suit petite ladies.

High-quality components

great engine

good equipment possible

cockpit

positive chassis

low consumption.

High price

first gear a little too long

optics.

Kawasaki Z650 2021

Even in 2021, the Kawasaki Z 650 stands for easy riding with great looks and good equipment. Both seat height and engine are very accessible and will give both experienced riders and newcomers a lot of pleasure. If you are looking for an honest naked bike without any big surprises, this is the bike for you. Due to its compact dimensions, however, you should try it out before buying and perhaps go for the raised seat.

accessible two-cylinder

compact dimensions

low seat height

stable chassis

TFT display with connectivity

grown-up look

Probably uncomfortable for tall riders

adrenaline level in the saddle lower than with the competition