BMW F 800 GS vs Kawasaki Versys 650 Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW F 800 GS and Kawasaki Versys 650, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The BMW F 800 GS priced at RM 58,415 while the Kawasaki Versys 650 Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 36,200. Comparing the technical specifications, Kawasaki Versys 650 engine displacement is 649 while the BMW F 800 GS houses a 798 engine.

Brand	BMW Malaysia	Kawasaki Malaysia
Off Road Price*	N/A	RM 36,200 Kawasaki Versys 650 Price
Variant	BMW F 800 GS GS ADVENTURE	Versys 650 Standard
User Rating	5 F 800 GS reviews	4.31 Versys 650 reviews
Fuel Type	Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia	Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type	Dual Sport Dual Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia	Sport Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia

Key Features

Start Option	Electric	Electric
Displacement	798 cc	649 cc
Maximum Power	-	68.05 hp

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Photo Comparision

BMW F 800 GS Slant Front View Full Image

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

	5/5 1 reviews	4.31/5 29 reviews
User Review Comparison	Pretty impressive whilst working economically The F 850 GS is one of the affordable bikes among the BMWs. I bought this bike almost a year back and my experience has been pretty satisfactory so... Read More A Aarif Jun 02, 2021 for BMW F 800 GS	An extremely versatile middleweight adventure tourer The Kawasaki Versys 650 is an extremely versatile middleweight adventure tourer. Whether you're a seasoned rider searching for an easy going daily... Read More I isfahann Aug 21, 2025 for Kawasaki Versys 650

From The Experts

Things we like	--	Looks Performance Ride quality Read More
Things we don't like	--	Tyres could have been more off-road specific Lack of electronic riding aids Read More

Engine & Performance

Displacement	798 cc	649 cc
Fuel Tank Capacity	24 L	21.0 L
Lubrication System	Dry Sump	Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump
Emission Control	Closed-loop 3-Way Catalytic Converter	--
Alternator	3-Phase Alternator 400 W	--
Compression Ratio	12.0:1	10.8:1
Bore X Stroke	82 mm x 75.6 mm	83 mm x 60 mm
No. Of Cylinder	2	2
Spark Plugs Per Cylinder	2	--
Engine Type	In-Line Two-Cylinder Engine, 4-Stroke, 4-Valves per Cylinder, DOHC, Dry Sump Lubrication	Two Cylinders, 4-Stroke Parallel Twin, 8-Valves DOHC, Liquid-Cooled
Exhaust Pipes	Dual Exhaust	2 In 1 Exhaust
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Injection Type	Indirect Injection	--
Drive Type	Chain	Chain Drive
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4
Clutch Type	Multiple-Disc Clutch in Oil Bath, Mechanically Operated	Wet, Multi-Plate
Maximum Power	--	68.05 hp
Maximum Torque	--	64 Nm
RPM at Maximum Power	--	8500 rpm
RPM at Maximum Torque	--	7000 rpm

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Dimension

Wheel Base	1578 mm	1415 mm
Height	1450 mm	1400 mm
Dry Weight	201 kg	--
Kerb Weight	229 kg	214 kg
Ground Clearance	140 mm	170 mm
Seating Capacity	2	2
Width	925 mm	840 mm
Length	2305 mm	2165 mm
Gross Weight	454 kg	--
Category	--	Sport
Seat Height	--	840 mm

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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System	DC-CDI	Digital
Start Option	Electric	Electric
Fuel Reserve	4 L	--
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Fuel Supply System	EFI	Fuel Injection

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre	150/70 R17	160/60 ZR17
Tyre Type	Flat Tubeless	Runflat
Front Tyre	90/90 R21	120/70 ZR17
Front Wheel Size	R21	ZR17
Rear Wheel Size	R17	ZR17

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension	Inverted Fork	Telescopic Fork
Suspension Travel(Front)	230 mm	150 mm
Suspension Travel(Rear)	215 mm	145 mm
Rear Suspension	Swingarm	Offset Laydown Single-Shock

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed

Electrical

Battery Voltage

12 V, 14 Ah

12 V

Safety & Security

ABS	Yes	Yes
Pass Switch	Yes	Yes
Back Rest	No	No
Stability Control	Yes	--
Traction Control	Yes	--
Engine Check Warning	No	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Optional Optional	--
Anti-Theft Alarm	Optional Optional	No
Central Locking	Optional Optional	No
Launch Control	No	No
Riding Modes	Street Street	Sport Sport
Leg Guards	No	No
Shutter Lock	No	No
Side Reflectors	Optional Optional	--
Wheel Lock Front/back	--	No

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Console

Odometer	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Navigator	Optional Optional	No
Side Stand Indicator	No	No
Oil Change Indicator	Yes	--
Speedometer	Analog Analog	Digital Digital
Display Screen	Yes	Yes
Tachometer	Analog Analog	Yes
Tripmeter	--	Yes

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Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Material	Steel Steel	Steel Steel
Side Wings	Yes	Yes
Chrome Garnish	Yes	No
Body Frame Type	Tubular Trellis Tubular Trellis	Diamond Diamond
Seat Type	Stepped Stepped	Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Electronic Suspension Adjustment	Yes	--