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Kawasaki Versys 650 2021 vs. BMW G 650 GS 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

BMW G 650 GS 2016

BMW G 650 GS 2016

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2021 vs BMW G 650 GS 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

BMW G 650 GS 2016

BMW G 650 GS 2016

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2021 compared to BMW G 650 GS 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021
BMW G 650 GS 2016
Kawasaki Versys 650 2021
Kawasaki Versys 650 2021
BMW G 650 GS 2016
BMW G 650 GS 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke83 mm
Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,500 rpm
TorqueTorque61 NmTorque60 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque5,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement652 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width140 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,165 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth920 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,477 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height780 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight214 kgKerb Weight192 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

The 2019 model year Kawasaki Versys presented itself as a comfortable, stable yet lively touring machine. The motorbike is versatile and offers high utility value. It is a fully-fledged touring machine that is a pleasure to ride on extended tours. The bike offers a terrific price/performance ratio.

Great travel comfort

pleasant and comfortable chassis

easy to use

seating position ready for touring

agile and light-footed handling.

Vibrations in the footpegs

response behaviour during transition from pushing and load operation

ABS cannot be deactivated

weight somewhat high

BMW G 650 GS 2016

BMW G 650 GS 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 650 vs BMW G 650 GS

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

Model year
Current average market prices

Price BMW G 650 GS

Model year
Current average market prices

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