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Kawasaki Versys 650 2022 vs. BMW F 850 GS 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

BMW F 850 GS 2023

BMW F 850 GS 2023

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2022 vs BMW F 850 GS 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

BMW F 850 GS 2023

BMW F 850 GS 2023

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2022 compared to BMW F 850 GS 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022
BMW F 850 GS 2023
Kawasaki Versys 650 2022
Kawasaki Versys 650 2022
BMW F 850 GS 2023
BMW F 850 GS 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore83 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke77 mm
Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpm
TorqueTorque61 NmTorque92 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12.7
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement853 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel204 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel145 mmTravel219 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake65 degreeRake62 degree
TrailTrail108 mmTrail126 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter305 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter265 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,305 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth922 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,593 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height845 mmSeat Height805 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)219 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)229 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Relaxed touring with plenty of comfort and enough potential for cornering fun - the Versys 650 is and remains a good choice among mid-range sport tourers. Although you will reach the top of the pass faster on the competition, you will enjoy getting back on the Kawa every time, which welcomes the rider with a high level of comfort and extensive equipment. If you enjoy touring and can get by with a little less power, the Versys 650 is a good choice!

Agile handling

Adjustable chassis

Accessible engine

Electronics update for 2022

Comfortable seating position

Absolutely suitable for long journeys

Low consumption, high range

Engine struggles with weight

Windshield only adjustable with two hands

No cruise control available

BMW F 850 GS 2023

BMW F 850 GS 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 650 vs BMW F 850 GS

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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Price BMW F 850 GS

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