BMW R 1250 R vs Kawasaki Z650 ABS Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW R 1250 R and Kawasaki Z650 ABS, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The BMW R 1250 R priced at RM 114,500 while the Kawasaki Z650 ABS Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 33,600. Comparing the technical specifications, Kawasaki Z650 ABS engine displacement is 649 while the BMW R 1250 R houses a 1254 engine.

Brand	BMW Malaysia	Kawasaki Malaysia
Off Road Price*	RM 114,500 BMW R 1250 R Price	RM 33,600 Kawasaki Z650 ABS Price
Variant	BMW R 1250 R Standard	Z650 ABS Standard
User Rating	4.8 R 1250 R reviews	4.41 Z650 ABS reviews
Fuel Type	Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia	Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type	Super Sport Super Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia	Sport Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia

Key Features

Start Option	Electric	Electric
Displacement	1254 cc	649 cc
Maximum Power	136 hp	67 hp

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DP RM 22,900 Installment : RM 1,338 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

DP RM 6,700 Installment : RM 392 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

Photo Comparision

BMW R 1250 R Slant Front View Full Image

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

	4.8/5 5 reviews	4.41/5 17 reviews
User Review Comparison	Blurring the line between style and comfort I am someone who always choose comfort over aggressiveness or power. That’s why when I came across the BMW R-1250-R model, I looked no further and... Read More M Mawiza Jul 14, 2025 for BMW R 1250 R	A balanced naked bike perfect for both city and highway For everyday rides, I always ride the Kawasaki Z650 ABS. It's small, quick, and simple to handle, even in KL traffic. It's great for both new and... Read More H Haziq Nov 07, 2025 for Kawasaki Z650 ABS

From The Experts

Things we like	--	Learner-friendly power Great styling Versatile and practical Read More
Things we don't like	--	Engine vibrations Low ground clearance Hard seat Read More

Engine & Performance

Displacement	1254 cc	649 cc
Maximum Power	136 hp	67 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity	18 L	15.0 L
Injection Type	Fuel Injection	--
Top Speed	200 kmph	--
Drive Type	Shaft Drive	Chain Drive
Exhaust Pipes	2 In 1 Exhaust	2 In 1 Exhaust
Engine Type	2-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Air & Liquid-Cooled, DOHC Engine	2-Cylinders, 4-Stroke, Liquid-cooled, Parallel Twin, 8 Valves DOHC
Cooling System	Air & Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Maximum Torque	143 Nm	65.7 Nm
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4-Stroke
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
No. Of Cylinder	2	2
Fuel Consumption	21 kmpl	--
RPM at Maximum Power	7750 rpm	8000 rpm
RPM at Maximum Torque	6250 rpm	6500 rpm
Clutch Type	--	Wet, Multi-Plate
Compression Ratio	--	10.8:1
Bore X Stroke	--	83 mm x 60 mm
Lubrication System	--	Forced Lubrication, Semi-Dry Sump
Valves Per Cylinder	--	4

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Dimension

Category	Super Sport	Sport
Seating Capacity	1	2
Ground Clearance	--	130 mm
Wheel Base	--	1410 mm
Kerb Weight	--	187 kg
Width	--	775 mm
Seat Height	--	790 mm
Height	--	1080 mm
Length	--	2115 mm

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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option	Electric	Electric
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Fuel Supply System	EFI	Fuel Injection
Ignition System	--	Digital

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension	USD Telescopic Fork	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	Swing Arm	Back Link
Suspension Travel(Rear)	--	130 mm
Suspension Travel(Front)	--	125 mm

Gear & Transmission

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

Electrical

Battery Voltage	12 V	12 V
Battery Capacity	12 Ah	--

Wheels & Tyres

Front Wheel Size	--	ZR17
Rear Wheel Size	--	ZR17
Front Tyre	--	120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tyre	--	160/60 ZR 17
Tyre Type	--	Runflat

Safety & Security

ABS	Yes	Yes
Pass Switch	Yes	Yes
Leg Guards	No	No
Launch Control	No	No
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	No	--
Riding Modes	Sport, Race Sport, Race	Sport Sport
Back Rest	No	No
Shutter Lock	--	No
Wheel Lock Front/back	--	No

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Console

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