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Kawasaki Versys 650 2020 vs. BMW F 800 GS 2024

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

BMW F 800 GS 2024

BMW F 800 GS 2024

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2020 vs BMW F 800 GS 2024

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

BMW F 800 GS 2024

BMW F 800 GS 2024

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2020 compared to BMW F 800 GS 2024

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020
BMW F 800 GS 2024
Kawasaki Versys 650 2020
Kawasaki Versys 650 2020
BMW F 800 GS 2024
BMW F 800 GS 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore83 mmBore86 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke77 mm
Engine powerEngine power69 HPEngine power87 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,750 rpm
TorqueTorque64 NmTorque91 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque4,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio13.1
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement895 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentReboundAdjustmentRebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,296 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth910 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,556 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)227 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

The 2019 model year Kawasaki Versys presented itself as a comfortable, stable yet lively touring machine. The motorbike is versatile and offers high utility value. It is a fully-fledged touring machine that is a pleasure to ride on extended tours. The bike offers a terrific price/performance ratio.

Great travel comfort

pleasant and comfortable chassis

easy to use

seating position ready for touring

agile and light-footed handling.

Vibrations in the footpegs

response behaviour during transition from pushing and load operation

ABS cannot be deactivated

weight somewhat high

BMW F 800 GS 2024

BMW F 800 GS 2024

The new BMW F800GS impresses as a versatile adventure bike with balanced handling, a powerful engine and beginner-friendly accessibility. It offers riding pleasure and comfort in equal measure and is a stand-alone choice for all-round fans.

harmonious handling

practical engine

well-balanced setup

low seat height

versatile

beginner-friendly but not boring

wide range of customisation options

good balance between comfort and dynamics

Limited freedom of movement on benches with low seat height

brakes fatigue under extreme loads

sporty riders miss some dynamics

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 650 vs BMW F 800 GS

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

Model year
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Price BMW F 800 GS

Model year
Current average market prices

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