BMW F 850 GS Vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 comparison

Ex-Showroom Price

New Delhi

₹ 14.49 Lakh

₹ 12.15 Lakh

Overview

Compare BMW F 850 GS and Kawasaki Versys 1000

Trying to figure out which of these bikes or scooters to buy? Compare the BMW F 850 GS Vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 on carandbike to make an informed buying decision as to which bike to buy in 2020. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these two-wheelers.

Compare Price

The ex-showroom, New Delhi price of the Kawasaki Versys 1000 starts at ₹ 10.99 Lakh. On the other hand, the price of the base version of the BMW F 850 GS starts at ₹ 12.95 Lakh and goes up to Rs. ₹ 15.4 Lakh for range topping model.

Compare Mileage

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 base engine returns 14 kmpl. The BMW F 850 GS base returns 22 kmpl.

Compare Engine

In the powertrain department, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 gets bhp Petrol engine, whereas the BMW F 850 GS comes in bhp Petrol engine.

Engine

Engine CC

853.0 cc

1043.0 cc

No Of Cylinder

Max Power

94 bhp @ 8250 rpm

118 bhp @ 9000 rpm

Max Torque

92 Nm @ 6250 rpm

102 Nm @ 7500 rpm

Valves Per Cylinder

Fuel Delivery

Electronic Fuel Injection

Fuel Injection

Cooling System

Water Cooled

Liquid Cooled

Starting Mechanism

Self Start

Emission Standard

N/A

BS VI

Fuel Consumption

Fuel Tank Capacity

15.0 L

21.0 L

Reserve Fuel Capacity

3.5 L

N/A

Mileage

22.00 Kmpl

14.00 Kmpl

Overall Riding Range

N/A

Dimension and Weight

Kerb Weight

229 kg

250 kg

Length

2305 mm

2240 mm

Width

922 mm

895 mm

Height

1356 mm

1400 mm

Wheelbase

1593 mm

1520 mm

Ground Clearance

N/A

150 mm

Seat Height

860 mm

840 mm

Transmission

No. Of Gears

6 Gears

Clutch

Wet Multiple-disc

Wet Multi-Disc

Chassis and Suspension

Chassis Type

Bridge-type Frame, Steel Shell Construction

Twin-Tube, Aluminium

Front Suspension

Upside-down Telescopic Fork, Ø 43 Mm

43 Mm Inverted Fork With Rebound Damping (Right-Side) & Spring Preload Aadjustability

Rear Suspension

Cast Aluminium Dual Swing Arm, Central WAD Spring Strut, Spring Pre-load Hydraulically Adjustable, Rebound Damping Adjustable

Horizontal Back-Link, Gas-Charged, With Rebound Damping & Remote Spring Preload Adjustability

Braking

Front Brake Type

Dual Disc

Dual Discs

Rear Brake Type

Disc

Front Disc/Drum Size

305 mm

310 mm

Rear Disc/Drum Size

265 mm

250 mm

Wheel and Tyres

Wheel Size

21 inches

17 inches

Wheel Type

Cross Spoke Wheels

Alloy Wheels

Front Tyre

90/90 - 21

120/70ZR17M/C (58W)

Rear Tyre

150/70 R17

180/55ZR17M/C (73W)

Electricals

Battery

12 V / 10 Ah, Maintenance-free

Maintenance Free

Headlight

LED

Bulb And Multi-Reflector Type

Tail Light

LED

Standard Features

Speedometer

Digital

Tachometer

Analogue

Gear Indicator

Fuel Warning Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Low Oil Indicator

Low Battery Indicator

Pillion Seat

Pillion Grabrail

Engine Kill Switch

Clock

Tripmeter Type

Digital

Tripmeter Count

Pass Light

ABS

4 riding modes

7-inch full-colour TFT instruments

ABS and Switchable Traction Control

Adjustable Windscreen

Assist And Slipper Clutch

Cruise Control

Hand Guards

Heated Grips

LED DRL and Indicators

Optimised cornering ABS and traction control

Additonal Features

Dual ABS

Electronic Throttle Valves

Handy power source

Aluminium Twin-Tube Frame Ensuring A Balance Of Sharp Turning And Firm Handling

Assist & Slipper Clutch

Comfortable Ergonomics To Comfortable Riding Position

Electronic Cruise Control

High-Class Instrumentation

Horizontal Back-Link Rear Suspension

KCMF (Kawasaki Cornering Management Function)

KIBS (Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System)

KTRC (Kawasaki Traction Control)

Power Mode Selection Riders Can Choose From Full Power Or Low Power Mode

Radial-Mount Front Brake Calipers

Sharp, Sporty Styling

The 3-Mode Ktrc System Covers A Wide Variety Of Riding Conditions

The Exhaust System Features A 4-Into-2-Pre-Chamber-Into-2 Layout

Twin LED Headlamps

Key Features

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