Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016 vs. BMW F 800 R 2015

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016

BMW F 800 R 2015

BMW F 800 R 2015

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016 compared to BMW F 800 R 2015

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016
BMW F 800 R 2015

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore82 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke75.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power61 HPEngine power90 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque63 NmTorque86 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,600 rpmRpm at Torque5,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12.02
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement798 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typePerimeterFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,310 mmLength2,145 mm
WidthWidth880 mmWidth860 mm
HeightHeight1,100 mmHeight1,235 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height705 mmSeat Height790,770,820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016

No matter which platform Kawasaki puts the 650 cubic two-cylinder in, the result is always a great motorbike! Even though the engine is unusually rev-happy for a cruiser, it results in a cruiser that actually qualifies as a sports cruiser when paired with the sporty chassis set-up. The only brake is the limited lean angle clearance, but this will not deter lovers of hearty footrest grinding. With such a good bike, we hope that Kawasaki will follow suit - after all, the Vulcan S has been with us almost unchanged since 2015.

powerful engine

chassis tuning with sporty Kawasaki DNA

real cruiser seating position

easy-to-read display

potential in tuning

Appearance a little outdated

moderate wind protection

BMW F 800 R 2015

BMW F 800 R 2015

The F 800 R is a motorbike without any real weaknesses, but remains rather unobtrusive overall even after the update. A very positive feature is the overall equipment, which is of very high quality in this league.

High-quality equipment such as ESA, RDC and ASC

very universally usable

fast to ride and still comfortable

The affordable entry-level bike becomes relatively high-priced when you implement all the extras

terrific on paper and while riding, but it lacks that certain something to become "cult" like a Monster or a Street Triple.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Vulcan S vs BMW F 800 R

Price Kawasaki Vulcan S

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Price BMW F 800 R

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