BMW F 650 GS 2012 vs. KTM 690 Duke 2019

BMW F 650 GS 2012

BMW F 650 GS 2012

KTM 690 Duke 2019

KTM 690 Duke 2019

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Overview - BMW F 650 GS 2012 vs KTM 690 Duke 2019

BMW F 650 GS 2012

BMW F 650 GS 2012

KTM 690 Duke 2019

KTM 690 Duke 2019

Technical Specifications BMW F 650 GS 2012 compared to KTM 690 Duke 2019

BMW F 650 GS 2012
KTM 690 Duke 2019

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore82 mmBore102 mm
Engine powerEngine power71 HPEngine power73 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque75 NmTorque70 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,500 rpmRpm at Torque5,500 rpm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement798 ccmDisplacement690 ccm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width140 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height60 %
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,466 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 650 GS 2012

BMW F 650 GS 2012

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.

KTM 690 Duke 2019

KTM 690 Duke 2019

Considering where the KTM Duke family once started, the 690 Duke is an incredible step forward. The engine is extremely refined and at the same time husky for a street-legal single-cylinder. Despite all the technology on board, it is still a very light motorbike and can almost be called a toy (in a good sense). Only its seating position divides opinions, because with the Duke 4 in 2012, the former supermotos became an almost tame naked bike with a front-wheel-oriented seating position. The advantage: everyday life and long tours should not be a problem on the current Duke.

powerful engine

suitable for everyday use

many technical aids

manoeuvrable

smooth running

For some, not a "real" single-cylinder Duke

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 650 GS vs KTM 690 Duke

Price BMW F 650 GS

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Price KTM 690 Duke

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