BMW F 900 GS 2025 vs. Honda CB500X 2023

BMW F 900 GS 2025

BMW F 900 GS 2025

Honda CB500X 2023

Honda CB500X 2023

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Overview - BMW F 900 GS 2025 vs Honda CB500X 2023

BMW F 900 GS 2025

BMW F 900 GS 2025

Honda CB500X 2023

Honda CB500X 2023

Technical Specifications BMW F 900 GS 2025 compared to Honda CB500X 2023

BMW F 900 GS 2025
Honda CB500X 2023
BMW F 900 GS 2025
BMW F 900 GS 2025
Honda CB500X 2023
Honda CB500X 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore86 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke77 mmStroke66.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,600 rpm
TorqueTorque93 NmTorque43 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque5,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.1 Compression Ratio10.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement895 ccmDisplacement471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountdirectShock mountPro-Link
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake62 degreeRake27.5 degree
TrailTrail119.8 mmTrail108 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter305 mmDiameter296 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter265 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,270 mmLength2,155 mm
WidthWidth943 mmWidth830 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,585 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height870 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)219 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)199 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14.5 lFuel Tank Capacity17.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentHeated grips, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 900 GS 2025

BMW F 900 GS 2025

The F 900 GS feels completely different to its direct predecessor, the F 850 GS. Instead of a sedate all-rounder, with the Enduro Pro package it has become an agile adventure bike with considerable off-road capabilities. Uncomplicated yet powerful, it can be ridden on and off the beaten track. However, it only really comes into its own with a few accessories. The Enduro Pro package and Dynamic package are almost mandatory purchases, which also pushes the price up. All in all, a remarkable reorientation of BMW's in-line two-cylinder enduro bike.

Linear, fun motor

Suitably dimensioned brakes

Super responsive, optional suspension

Optional enduro bike pro mode offers versatile configuration options

Successful ergonomics for seated and standing riding

Pleasant handling

Good quickshifter

Sophisticated off-road solutions, such as folding foot brake lever riser

Accessible, comfortable and cool - a great combination

Wind protection could be better

Only tubeless rims available

Standard suspension not good enough off-road

Engine runs a bit raw and louder than comparable competitors

Honda CB500X 2023

Honda CB500X 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 900 GS vs Honda CB500X

Price BMW F 900 GS

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Price Honda CB500X

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