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BMW F 800 GS 2018 vs. Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

BMW F 800 GS 2018

BMW F 800 GS 2018

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

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Technical Specifications BMW F 800 GS 2018 compared to Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

BMW F 800 GS 2018
Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022
BMW F 800 GS 2018
BMW F 800 GS 2018
Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022
Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore82 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke75.6 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power85 HPEngine power68.2 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque83 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
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
DisplacementDisplacement798 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel230 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel215 mmTravel130 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTubular
RakeRake64 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail117 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter265 mmDiameter200 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustableAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter17 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
LengthLength2,300 mmLength2,055 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,573 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height880 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)217 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 800 GS 2018

BMW F 800 GS 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

With the RS, Kawasaki proves that it has mastered the art of retro bikes. You immediately forget that underneath the pretty dress is the normal Z650, because thanks to the right details, the retro design has been convincingly implemented. In the saddle, you enjoy the accessibility that you know from the technical sister. A retro bike that both beginners and experienced bikers will really enjoy!

perfectly realised retro design

analogue displays

lively engine,accessible handling

powerful brakes

comfortable ergonomics

adjustable levers

real eye-catcher

slightly softer sound

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 800 GS vs Kawasaki Z650 RS

Price BMW F 800 GS

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Price Kawasaki Z650 RS

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