BMW R 1200 RT 2017 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

BMW R 1200 RT 2017

BMW R 1200 RT 2017

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

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Overview - BMW R 1200 RT 2017 vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

BMW R 1200 RT 2017

BMW R 1200 RT 2017

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 RT 2017 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

BMW R 1200 RT 2017
Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power120 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque102 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio10.3
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble 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 diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,222 mmLength2,240 mm
WidthWidth983 mmWidth950 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)274 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)257 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity25 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 RT 2017

BMW R 1200 RT 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

Versys stands for "versatile system" and that is exactly what the Kawasaki tourer actually represents. Comfort and sportiness, slow and fast, short and long - the Versys can do it all. The chassis responds superbly, the handling is absolutely effortless, the engine emotional and at the same time sensible. In this price range, it is hard to impossible to find a better compromise.

Engine is smooth yet emotional

high-quality chassis

terrific wind protection

great seat comfort

effortless handling

completely neutral behaviour when leaned over

Quickshifter works poorly at low revs

windshield adjustment cannot be operated while driving

cruise control takes some getting used to.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 RT vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 S

Price BMW R 1200 RT

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Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 S

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