BMW R 1200 GS 2010 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012
BMW R 1200 GS 2010
Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012
Pregled - BMW R 1200 GS 2010 vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012
The BMW R 1200 GS 2010 and the Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012 are both enduro motorcycles that offer a combination of off-road capability and on-road comfort. While they have some similarities in terms of engine power and suspension, they also have distinct differences that set them apart.
In terms of engine and drive train, the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 features a Boxer engine with a bore of 101 mm and a stroke of 73 mm. It delivers 110 HP of power and 120 Nm of torque. The transmission is a prop shaft, and it has 2 cylinders with a displacement of 1170 ccm. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012 has an in-line engine with a bore of 77 mm and a stroke of 56 mm. It offers slightly more power with 118 HP and 102 Nm of torque. The transmission is a chain, and it has 4 cylinders with a displacement of 1043 ccm.
BMW R 1200 GS 2010
In terms of suspension, the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 has a front suspension with a strut design and preload adjustment. The rear suspension also has preload adjustment. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012 features an upside-down telescopic fork for the front suspension, with compression, preload, and rebound adjustment. The rear suspension also has compression, preload, and rebound adjustment.
Both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front, providing reliable stopping power. The rear tire width of the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 is 110 mm, while the Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012 has a wider rear tire width of 180 mm. The wheelbase of the BMW is 1507 mm, slightly shorter than the 1520 mm wheelbase of the Kawasaki. The seat height is also slightly higher on the BMW at 850 mm compared to the 845 mm of the Kawasaki. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of around 20-21 liters.
In terms of strengths, the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 has a sporty look and is well-equipped, with enough storage space for longer trips. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012 offers a silky running powerplant, a sporty yet comfortable chassis, efficient wind protection, and a cushioned seat.
Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012
However, the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 has a weakness in that the technology of the conversion may take some getting used to. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012 has a slight tipping in curves that may take some getting used to, and its design may be subject to personal preference.
Overall, both the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 and the Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012 are capable enduro motorcycles with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. It ultimately comes down to personal preference and intended use when choosing between the two.
Tehnične specifikacije BMW R 1200 GS 2010 v primerjavi z Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012
Primerjava prednosti in slabosti
Primerjava prednosti in slabosti
BMW R 1200 GS 2010
A GS Adventure has practically everything you need for the big trip. But firstly, Touratech manufactures some parts for BMW anyway and secondly, it doesn't stop with the optional extras offered by the Bavarians.
Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012
Z nobenim drugim Bigendurom ne morete voziti tako močno na koleno in tako končati daleč spredaj na štartni rampi. Če se na počitniškem potovanju pogosto počutite napadene, se morate z modelom Versys 1000 boriti proti temu. Ki dokazuje, da se veliki enduri in štirivaljniki res dobro razumejo.
Primerjava povprečnih tržnih cen BMW R 1200 GS vs Kawasaki Versys 1000
There are a few key differences between a BMW R 1200 GS 2010 and a Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R 1200 GS 2010 is about 36% higher. A BMW R 1200 GS 2010 experiences a loss of 390 USD in one year and 1,160 USD in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 260 USD and 1,300 USD for a Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012. Compared to Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012 there are more BMW R 1200 GS 2010 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 16 compared to 10. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1200 GS with 64 days compared to 87 days for a Kawasaki Versys 1000. Since model year 2005 1000PS.de editors have written 98 reviews for the BMW R 1200 GS and 19 reviews for the Kawasaki Versys 1000 since model year 2012. The first review for the BMW R 1200 GS was published on 1/20/2004 and now has more than 19,100 views. This compares to more than 8,400 views for the first review on Kawasaki Versys 1000 published on 11/7/2011.
