BMW S 1000 RR 2014 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

BMW S 1000 RR 2014

BMW S 1000 RR 2014

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

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Overview - BMW S 1000 RR 2014 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

BMW S 1000 RR 2014

BMW S 1000 RR 2014

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Technical Specifications BMW S 1000 RR 2014 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

BMW S 1000 RR 2014
Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore80 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke49.7 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power192 HPEngine power69 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power13,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque112 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,750 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio10.8
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

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 width190 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,056 mmLength2,165 mm
WidthWidth826 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,138 mmHeight1,400 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,432 mmWheelbase1,415 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight204 kgKerb Weight214 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)207 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.5 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW S 1000 RR 2014

BMW S 1000 RR 2014

BMW S 1000 RR 2015 buyers are closer than ever to a World Superbike Championship machine and will be able to ride it faster than ever before.

Powerful engine

superior electronics package

superb shift assistant

versatile for track and road use

despite high performance, a bike that is easy to ride.

In the fully equipped version, the price skyrockets

stability is a bit tricky

packages subject to surcharges are put together with a focus on profit maximisation and not with a focus on customer benefits.

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW S 1000 RR vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Price BMW S 1000 RR

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Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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