BMW F 900 R 2025 vs. Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

BMW F 900 R 2025

BMW F 900 R 2025

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

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Overview - BMW F 900 R 2025 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

BMW F 900 R 2025

BMW F 900 R 2025

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Technical Specifications BMW F 900 R 2025 compared to Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

BMW F 900 R 2025
Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore86 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke77 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power61 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque93 NmTorque63 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.1 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement895 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engineFrame typePerimeter

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

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 diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,140 mmLength2,310 mm
WidthWidth870 mmWidth880 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,514 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height760 mmSeat Height705 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)208 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)228 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 900 R 2025

BMW F 900 R 2025

The BMW F 900 R remains a prime example of common sense on two wheels in 2025. It does not impress with radical looks or a brute engine - but that is precisely its strength. If you are looking for a reliable, versatile naked bike suitable for everyday use that offers solid technology, modern safety features and a fair price-performance ratio, this is the bike for you. The model upgrade brings sensible improvements to details without overloading the tried and tested concept.

Price-performance ratio

Riding modes incl. Dynamic mode as standard

New, adjustable fork

ABS Pro and DTC as standard

Revised ergonomics: sporty but comfortable

Pleasant handling, accessible riding dynamics

Good workmanship, solid technology

Design still rather restrained, not very emotional

Quickshifter is stiff at low revs

Suspension set-up at the rear more geared towards comfort than sport

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2017

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 900 R vs Kawasaki Vulcan S

Price BMW F 900 R

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Price Kawasaki Vulcan S

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