BMW F 650 GS 2009 vs. Yamaha FZ-8N 2011

BMW F 650 GS 2009

BMW F 650 GS 2009

Yamaha FZ-8N 2011

Yamaha FZ-8N 2011

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Technical Specifications BMW F 650 GS 2009 compared to Yamaha FZ-8N 2011

BMW F 650 GS 2009
Yamaha FZ-8N 2011

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore82 mmBore68 mm
StrokeStroke75.6 mmStroke53.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power71 HPEngine power106 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque75 NmTorque82 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement798 ccmDisplacement779 ccm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,280 mmLength2,140 mm
WidthWidth890 mmWidth770 mm
HeightHeight1,240 mmHeight1,065 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,460 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight179 kgKerb Weight211 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 650 GS 2009

BMW F 650 GS 2009

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.

Yamaha FZ-8N 2011

Yamaha FZ-8N 2011

But as in life, you can't demonise the "approximate 3/4 litre" concept of the FZ-8 by quickly leafing through the data sheets. That would be a shame, because the 8 has given us a lot of pleasure in the 3,200 kilometres we have covered so far. Contrary to the facts, the 800 is probably the best choice for the average ambitious rider.

Stable and stable

chassis relatively universal

large variety of accessories

acceptable performance

Footrest detent insert sets too early and brings unsteadiness into the chassis - as well as scraping on the ground

ugly exhaust

a bit cumbersome

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 650 GS vs Yamaha FZ-8N

Price BMW F 650 GS

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