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    BMW R18 vs Kawasaki Versys 650

    BikeWale brings you comparison of BMW R18 and Kawasaki Versys 650. The ex-showroom price of BMW R18 is ₹ 19,89,827 and Kawasaki Versys 650 is ₹ 7,76,929. BMW R18 is available in 1 colour and 4 variants and Kawasaki Versys 650 is available in 1 colour and 1 variant. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between BMW R18 and Kawasaki Versys 650.

    BMW R18 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 Comparison Overview

    Key HighlightsR18Versys 650
    Price₹ 19,89,827₹ 7,76,929
    Capacity1802 cc649 cc
    Power89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm 65.7 bhp @ 8500 rpm
    Economy----
    BMW R18

    BMW

    R18

    Standard
    ₹ 19,89,827
    Avg. Ex-Showroom price
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    Kawasaki Versys 650

    Kawasaki

    Versys 650

    Standard
    ₹ 7,76,929
    Avg. Ex-Showroom price
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            Specifications

            • Power & Performance

              Displacement (cc)
              		1,802649
              Max Power89.84 bhp @ 4,750 rpm65.7 bhp @ 8,500 rpm
              Max Torque158 Nm @ 3,000 rpm61 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
              Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)
              		1719.4
              Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)
              		----
              Riding Range (Km)
              		272407
              Top Speed (Kmph)
              		180199
              Riding ModesRock, Roll and Rain
              Transmission6 Speed Manual6 Speed Manual
              Transmission Type
              		Shaft DriveChain Drive
              Gear Shifting Pattern
              		1 Down 5 Up1 Down 5 Up
              Cylinders
              		22
              Bore (mm)
              		107.183
              Stroke (mm)
              		10060
              Valves Per Cylinder
              		44
              Compression Ratio
              		9.6 :110.8:1
              Ignition
              		CDICDI
              Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)
              		11
              Cooling System
              		Air/Oil CooledLiquid Cooled
              Clutch
              		Single Plate ClutchWet Multiplate
              Fuel Delivery SystemFuel InjectionFuel Injection
              Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
              		1621
              Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)
              		43.1
              Emission Standard
              		BS6 Phase 2BS6 Phase 2
              Fuel Type
              		PetrolPetrol

            • Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

              Front Suspension
              		Telescopic forkø41 mm inverted telescopic fork with adjustable rebound damping
              Rear Suspension
              		Steel swinging fork with central shock strutOffset laydown single-shock with remote spring preload adjustability/80 mm
              Braking System
              		Dual Channel ABSDual Channel ABS
              Front Brake Type
              		DiscDisc
              Front Brake Size (mm)
              		300300
              Caliper - Front4 Piston2 Piston
              Rear Brake Type
              		DiscDisc
              Rear Brake Size (mm)
              		300250
              Caliper - Rear4 Piston1 Piston
              Wheel Type
              		SpokeAlloy
              Front Wheel Size (inch)
              		1917
              Rear Wheel Size (inch)
              		1617
              Front Tyre Size
              		120/70 - R19120/70 - ZR17
              Rear Tyre Size
              		180/65 - B16160/60 - ZR17
              Tyre Type
              		TubelessTubeless
              Radial Tyres
              Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)4233
              Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)4636
              Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)4233
              Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)4642

            • Dimensions & Chassis

              Kerb Weight (kg)
              		345219
              Seat Height (mm)
              		690845
              Ground Clearance (mm)
              		--170
              Overall Length (mm)
              		2,4402,165
              Overall Width (mm)
              		964840
              Overall Height (mm)
              		1,2321,400
              Wheelbase (mm)
              		1,7311,415
              Chassis Type
              		Double-cradle steel frame with screwed-on underbeamsDiamond, high-tensile steel

            • Manufacturer Warranty

              Standard Warranty (Year)32
              Standard Warranty (Km)Unlimited30000

            • Service & Maintenance Schedule

              Free Services
              		0 Free Services0 Free Services

            Features

            • Instrument Cluster

              Touch Screen Display
              Instrument ConsoleSemi-DigitalDigital
              Odometer
              		DigitalDigital
              Speedometer
              		AnalogueDigital
              Fuel Guage
              Digital Fuel Guage
              Hazard Warning Indicator
              Average Speed Indicator
              OTA UpdatesNot AvailableNot Available
              Call/SMS Alerts
              Geo Fencing
              Distance to Empty Indicator
              Tachometer
              		DigitalDigital
              Stand Alarm
              No. of Tripmeters
              		22
              Tripmeter Type
              		DigitalDigital
              Gear Indicator
              Low Fuel Indicator
              Low Oil Indicator
              Low Battery Indicator
              Clock
              Service Reminder Indicator
              Battery
              		12 V / 26 Ah, maintenance-free12V 10 Ah (10 HR)

            • Storage

              Front Storage Box
              Under Seat Storage

            • Mobile App Connectivity

              Mobile App Connectivity

            • Light System

              DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)
              AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
              Shift Light
              Headlight Type
              		LEDLED
              Brake/Tail Light
              		LEDLED
              Turn Signal
              		LEDLED
              Pass Light

            • GPS & Charging

              GPS & Navigation
              USB Charging Port

            • Switchgear

              Riding Modes Switch
              Traction Control
              Cruise ControlAvailableNot Available
              Hazard Warning Switch
              Start Type
              		Electric StartElectric Start
              Killswitch

            • Pillion Comfort

              Stepped Seat
              Pillion Backrest
              Pillion Grabrail
              Pillion Seat
              Pillion Footrest

            • Additional Features

              Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
              Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
              Additional Features--TFT Instrument Cluster

            User Reviews

            Overall Rating

            4.5/5

            13 Ratings

            4.2/5

            6 Ratings

            Rating Parameters

            4.0Visual Appeal

            4.5Visual Appeal

            3.0Reliability

            5.0Reliability

            4.0Service Experience

            4.5Service Experience

            Most Helpful Review

            Real Cruiser

            The build quality and attention to detail are amazing. This bike is really fun to rid

            Excellent tourer machine

            Great bike. 2023 model is upto the mark. Great riding position, seat is comfortable,

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            FAQs about R18 & Versys 650

            Q: Which bike is better BMW R18 or Kawasaki Versys 650?
            According to our average user rating, BMW R18 has a score of 4.5/5 while Kawasaki Versys 650 is rated 4.2/5.
            Q: Which bike among BMW R18 and Kawasaki Versys 650 is cheaper?
            Kawasaki Versys 650 is the cheapest among these bikes.
            Q: Which bike is heavier BMW R18 or Kawasaki Versys 650?
            BMW R18 is heavier (345 kg) than Kawasaki Versys 650 (219 kg).

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