Yamaha MT-07 2018 vs. BMW F 650 GS 2012

Yamaha MT-07 2018

BMW F 650 GS 2012

Overview - Yamaha MT-07 2018 vs BMW F 650 GS 2012

Yamaha MT-07 2018

BMW F 650 GS 2012

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Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-07 2018 compared to BMW F 650 GS 2012

Yamaha MT-07 2018

BMW F 650 GS 2012

Yamaha MT-07 2018

BMW F 650 GS 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	80 mm	Bore	82 mm
Stroke	Stroke	68.6 mm	Stroke	75.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	75 HP	Engine power	71 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	68 Nm	Torque	75 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	12
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	689 ccm	Displacement	798 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	140 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Length	Length	2,085 mm	Length	2,280 mm
Width	Width	745 mm	Width	890 mm
Height	Height	1,090 mm	Height	1,240 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,400 mm	Wheelbase	1,575 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	805 mm	Seat Height	790 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	179 kg	Kerb Weight	199 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha MT-07 2018

The MT-07 is an incredible fun machine that is extremely sporty to ride. The brakes pack a punch, the handling is superb and the engine is currently by far the most agile power unit in this class - and even above. The light handling fits in perfectly and the aggressive design with its many corners and edges is also appealing. Only the chassis makes the typically good compromise between comfort and sport and should probably remind you that the affordable MT-07 also has a lot to offer beginners.

Extremely agile engine

very light handling

low weight

aggressively angular look

powerful brakes

comfortable seating position

throaty sound

Chassis a little soft

footrests drag quickly

some cheap plastic parts

boring telescopic fork

instruments could be easier to read.

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.