BMW F 800 R 2015 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

BMW F 800 R 2015

Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

Overview - BMW F 800 R 2015 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

BMW F 800 R 2015

Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

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Details

Technical Specifications BMW F 800 R 2015 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

BMW F 800 R 2015

Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

BMW F 800 R 2015

Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	82 mm	Bore	83 mm
Stroke	Stroke	75.6 mm	Stroke	60 mm
Engine power	Engine power	90 HP	Engine power	64 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	86 Nm	Torque	61 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,800 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,800 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.02	Compression Ratio	10.6
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	798 ccm	Displacement	649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	Petal

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Length	Length	2,145 mm	Length	2,125 mm
Width	Width	860 mm	Width	840 mm
Height	Height	1,235 mm	Height	1,315 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,415 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790,770,820 mm	Seat Height	845 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	202 kg	Kerb Weight	206 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 800 R 2015

The F 800 R is a motorbike without any real weaknesses, but remains rather unobtrusive overall even after the update. A very positive feature is the overall equipment, which is of very high quality in this league.

High-quality equipment such as ESA, RDC and ASC

very universally usable

fast to ride and still comfortable

The affordable entry-level bike becomes relatively high-priced when you implement all the extras

terrific on paper and while riding, but it lacks that certain something to become "cult" like a Monster or a Street Triple.

Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

With a full tank of only 211 kg, it is particularly easy to handle in the mountains. All in all, it is at home almost anywhere, an everyday bike with that certain kick. With a new headlight and modernised design, the Versys is back on the attack.

Absolutely suitable for everyday use

interesting concept

very low consumption.

Performance not too high.