BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019 vs. BMW F 900 R 2020

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019

BMW F 900 R 2020

BMW F 900 R 2020

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Overview - BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019 vs BMW F 900 R 2020

The BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019 is an enduro motorcycle with a powerful engine. It features an in-line engine with a bore of 84 mm and a stroke of 77 mm. The engine power is 95 HP and the torque is 92 Nm. The fuel system is injection and the transmission is chain-driven. It has a displacement of 853 ccm and is cooled by liquid.

The front suspension of the F 850 GS Adventure consists of an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 43 mm and a travel of 230 mm. The rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 215 mm. It has adjustable preload and rebound. The frame is made of steel and is of the tubular, load-bearing engine type. The rake is 62 degrees and the trail is 124.6 mm.

The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 305 mm and double pistons. The bike also features advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, anti-slipping control, riding modes, and ride by wire. The front tire has a width of 90 mm and a diameter of 21 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 150 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1593 mm and the seat height is 875 mm. The kerb weight, including ABS, is 244 kg and the fuel tank capacity is 23 liters.

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019

On the other hand, the BMW F 900 R 2020 is a naked bike with a sporty design. It has an in-line engine with a bore of 86 mm and a stroke of 77 mm. The engine power is 105 HP and the torque is 92 Nm. The fuel system is injection and the transmission is chain-driven. It has a displacement of 895 ccm and is cooled by liquid.

The front suspension of the F 900 R consists of an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 43 mm and a travel of 135 mm. The rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 142 mm. It has adjustable preload and rebound. The frame is made of steel and is of the twin tube, load-bearing engine type. The rake is 60.5 degrees and the trail is 114.3 mm.

The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 320 mm and four pistons. The bike also features advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, anti-slipping control, and riding modes. The front tire has a width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 180 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1518 mm and the seat height is 815 mm. The kerb weight, including ABS, is 211 kg and the fuel tank capacity is 13 liters.

BMW F 900 R 2020

BMW F 900 R 2020

In terms of strengths, the BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019 has a silky-smooth engine and offers top ergonomics and comfort. It is suitable for touring and also performs well off-road. It is considered to be technically very mature. On the other hand, the BMW F 900 R 2020 is praised for its easy handling and high stability. Its chassis has a fine response and the engine is well-behaved. The brakes are also highly regarded. The bike offers an active yet bearable seating position and has an infinitely long list of accessories.

However, the BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019 has some weaknesses. It has a high price, especially with additional equipment. The engine lacks emotion and the fork is not adjustable. Additionally, it has a quite high weight. On the other hand, the BMW F 900 R 2020 has a small fuel tank with a capacity of only 13 liters. However, the engine is considered to be good.

In conclusion, the BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019 and the BMW F 900 R 2020 are both impressive motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The F 850 GS Adventure excels in touring and off-road capabilities, while the F 900 R offers easy handling and a sporty design. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and intended use of the motorcycle.

Technical Specifications BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019 compared to BMW F 900 R 2020

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019
BMW F 900 R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore84 mmBore86 mm
StrokeStroke77 mmStroke77 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power105 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque92 NmTorque92 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio13.1
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
Can be restricted for A2 licenceCan be restricted for A2 licenceYesCan be restricted for A2 licenceYes
LubricationLubricationDry sumpLubricationDry sump
DisplacementDisplacement853 ccmDisplacement895 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel230 mmTravel135 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel215 mmTravel142 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake62 degreeRake60.5 degree
TrailTrail124.6 mmTrail114.3 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter305 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by WireAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,300 mmLength2,140 mm
WidthWidth939 mmWidth815 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,593 mmWheelbase1,518 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height875 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)244 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)211 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity13 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019

Packed with technical features and additional equipment, the "small" Adventure is a high-tech machine. The many functions work well, and our testers were particularly impressed by the electronic chassis and the silky-smooth running of the engine. The Asian origin of the engine is not noticeable. The larger tank of the Adventure version and all the accessories drive up both the weight and the price. At 244 kg, the BMW F 850 GS Adventure is a bulky lump, which doesn't please everyone. But the ergonomics are top-notch, and the seating position in the wide fairing conveys a feeling of safety and protection.

Silky-smooth engine

top ergonomics and comfort

absolutely suitable for touring

suitable for off-road

technically very mature

High price with additional equipment

engine exudes little emotion

fork not adjustable

quite high weight

BMW F 900 R 2020

BMW F 900 R 2020

The BMW F 900 R offers easy-to-use cornering fun, enormously high stability, an active yet comfortable riding position and a smooth but also unemotional engine. Those who like it fast and twisty will be happy with it. The possibilities for configuration are almost endless but of course not free of charge.

easy handling, high stability

chassis with fine response

well-behaved engine

brakes without blame

active yet bearable seating position

infinitely long list of accessories.

Small tank (13l)

Good engine

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 850 GS Adventure vs BMW F 900 R

There are a few key differences between a BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019 and a BMW F 900 R 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019 is about 32% higher. A BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019 experiences a loss of 0 USD in one year and 1,240 USD in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 700 USD and 700 USD for a BMW F 900 R 2020. Compared to BMW F 900 R 2020 there are less BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 14. It takes less time to sell a BMW F 900 R with 82 days compared to 138 days for the BMW F 850 GS Adventure. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 12 reviews for the BMW F 850 GS Adventure and 24 reviews for the BMW F 900 R since model year 2020. The first review for the BMW F 850 GS Adventure was published on 11/6/2018 and now has more than 33,200 views. This compares to more than 154,700 views for the first review on BMW F 900 R published on 11/5/2019.

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