Kawasaki Versys 1100 vs BMW F 850 GS
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Versys 1100 or BMW F 850 GS? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Versys 1100 and F 850 GS. Kawasaki Versys 1100 Price starts at Rs.12.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and BMW F 850 GS Price starts at Rs.12.95 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Pro. Kawasaki Versys 1100 is N/A cylinder, 1099 cc Engine can generate 99.0 kW @ 9000 rpm power whereas BMW F 850 GS is a 2 cylinder, 853 cc Engine can generate 93.87 bhp @ 8250 rpm power. In terms of range, Versys 1100 provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and F 850 GS has a mileage of 24.4 kmpl (base model). Kawasaki Versys 1100 is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas BMW F 850 GS is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.
Versys 1100 vs F 850 GS
Key Highlights | Kawasaki Versys 1100 | BMW F 850 GS |
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Price | Rs.12.90 Lakh | Rs.12.95 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1099 cc | 853 cc |
Power | 99.0 kW @ 9000 rpm | 93.87 bhp @ 8250 rpm |
Mileage/Range | N/A km/charge | 24.4 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
Versys 1100 specifications | F 850 GS specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 14.68 Lakh Price Breakup | 14.74 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | - | 3.5 |
Transmission Type | - | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 21 Litres | 15 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 1099 cc | 853 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Versys 1100 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | F 850 GS Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | - | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 310 | 305 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 36 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 32 |
Front Wheel Size | - | 21 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 42 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 36 |
Rear Wheel Size | - | 17 |
Wheel Type | - | Spoke |
Front Suspension | Inverted fork with adjustable rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability | Upside-dowtelescopifork4mm |
Rear Suspension | Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged shock, rebound damping, and remote spring preload adjustability | Cast aluminium dual swing arm& central WAD spring strut& |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 ZR17 | 90/90 - 21 |
Instrumentation
Versys 1100 Instrumentation | F 850 GS Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | - | No |
Fuel level guage | - | Yes |
Gear Indicator | - | Yes |
Tachometer | - | Digital |
Speedometer | - | Digital |
Odometer | - | Digital |
Exterior
Versys 1100 Exterior | F 850 GS Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | - | Yes |
LED headlight | - | Yes |
Warranty
Versys 1100 Warranty | F 850 GS Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | - | 3 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
Versys 1100 Body & Suspension | F 850 GS Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | - | |
Frame Type | Twin-tube aluminium | Bridge-type frame& steel shell construction |
Engine & Transmission
Versys 1100 Engine & Transmission | F 850 GS Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | - | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | - | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 1099 cc | 853 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four | Water-cooled 4-Stroke In-line Two-cylinder Engine& Four Valves Per Cylinder& Two Overhead Camshafts& Dry Sump Lubrication |
No. of Cylinders | - | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | - | 4 |
Transmission Type | - | Manual |
Battery Type | - | Maintenance Free |
Top Speed | - | 200 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 77.0 mm x 59.0 mm | 84 mm x 77 mm |
Configuration | Four Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | - | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 99.0 kW @ 9000 rpm | 93.87 bhp @ 8250 rpm |
Max Torque | 112.0 Nm @ 7600 rpm | 92 Nm @ 6250 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
Versys 1100 Comfort & Convenience | F 850 GS Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | - | Yes |
Call/SMS Alerts | - | Yes |
Front Storage Box | - | No |
Geo Fencing | - | No |
Low Battery Indicator | - | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | - | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | - | No |
Pillion Footrest | - | Yes |
Riding Modes | - | 3 |
Service Reminder Indicator | - | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | - | No |
GPS & Navigation | - | Yes |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | - | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | - | Yes |
Safety
Versys 1100 Safety | F 850 GS Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | - | Yes |
Radial Tyres | - | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | No | Yes |
Pass Light | - | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | - | Yes |
Turn Signal | - | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | - | 3 |
Slipper Clutch | - | Wet Multiplate |
Traction Control System | - | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
Versys 1100 Dimensions & Capacity | F 850 GS Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2270 mm | 2305 mm |
Width | 895 mm | 922 mm |
Height | 1400 mm | 1356 mm |
Wheelbase | 1520 mm | 1593 mm |
Ground Clearance | 150 mm | 250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 21 Litres | 15 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3 Litres |
Body Type | - | Adventure |
Seat Height | 820 mm | 860 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 257 kg | 233 kg |
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Versys 1100 and BMW F 850 GS
Safety
Versys 1100 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . F 850 GS has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.
Transmission
Kawasaki Versys 1100 comes with 6 transmission and F 850 GS comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Kawasaki Versys 1100 has a 21 Litres fuel tank with 1400 mm seat height. BMW F 850 GS has 1356 mm seat height and 15 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Kawasaki Versys 1100 and BMW F 850 GS FAQs
What is the on-road price of Kawasaki Versys 1100?
The on-road price of Kawasaki Versys 1100 is Rs. 14.68 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of BMW F 850 GS?
The on-road price of BMW F 850 GS is Rs. 14.74 Lakh in New Delhi.