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Kawasaki Versys X 300 vs BSA Gold Star 650

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Versys X 300 or BSA Gold Star 650? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Versys X 300 and Gold Star 650. Kawasaki Versys X 300 Price starts at Rs.3.49 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and BSA Gold Star 650 Price starts at Rs.3.13 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD Insignia Red-Highland Green. Kawasaki Versys X 300 is 2 cylinder, 296 cc Engine can generate 39.45 hp @ 11500 rpm power whereas BSA Gold Star 650 is a 1 cylinder, 652 cc Engine can generate 45 bhp @ 6500 rpm power. In terms of range, Versys X 300 provides a range of 22 Kmplkm/charge (base model), and Gold Star 650 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Kawasaki Versys X 300 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas BSA Gold Star 650 is available in 5 colours & 5 variants.

Versys X 300 vs Gold Star 650

Key HighlightsKawasaki Versys X 300BSA Gold Star 650
PriceRs.3.49 LakhRs.3.13 Lakh
Engine Capacity296 cc652 cc
Power39.45 hp @ 11500 rpm45 bhp @ 6500 rpm
Mileage/RangeN/A km/chargeN/A km/charge
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Kawasaki Versys X 300 STD bike
Kawasaki Versys X 300
STD
Rs. 3.49 Lakh
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BSA Gold Star 650 STD Insignia Red-Highland Green bike
BSA Gold Star 650
STD Insignia Red-Highland Green
Rs. 3.13 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    3.93 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    3.53 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    3.8
    2.2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    17 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    296 cc
    652 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Single Channel
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    -
    Floating
    Front Disc Size
    290 mm
    320 mm
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    19 inch
    R18
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    17 inch
    R17
    Wheel Type
    Spoke
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic fork
    Telescopic forks
    Rear Suspension
    Bottom-link Uni-Trak gas-charged Mono shock
    Twin shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload
    Front Tyre Size
    100/90 - 19
    100/90 R18
    Rear Tyre Size
    130/80 - 17
    150/70 R17
    Front Type
    Disc
    Disc
    Rear Disc/Drum Size
    290 mm
    255 mm
    Rear Type
    Disc
    Disc

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    -
    Touch Screen Display
    -
    Fuel level guage
    Digital
    Analogue
    Gear Indicator
    check
    -
    Tachometer
    Analogue
    Analogue
    Speedometer
    -
    Analogue
    Odometer
    -
    Analogue

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    -
    4 Years

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Diamond Frame
    -

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Spark Plugs
    -
    check
    Engine Capacity
    296 cc
    652 cc
    Engine Type
    Liquid Cooled Parallel Twin-Cylinder
    Liquid-cooled, Single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves, twin spark plugs
    No. of Cylinders
    2
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    -
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Top Speed
    -
    160 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    62 mm x 49 mm
    100 mm X 83 mm
    Configuration
    -
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Max Power
    39.45 hp @ 11500 rpm
    45 bhp @ 6500 rpm
    Max Torque
    25.7 Nm @10000 rpm
    55 Nm @ 4000 rpm
    Number of Gears
    6
    5

    Comfort & Convenience

    Low Oil Indicator
    -
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    -
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    check
    Console Type
    -
    Semi-Digital
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    -
    Instrument Console
    -
    Analogue
    Seat Style
    -
    Single
    Side Stand Indicator
    check
    -
    Start Type
    Self Start
    Self Start
    USB Charger Port
    -
    check

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    -
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    check
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    Pass Light
    -
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    Turn Signal
    LED
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Slipper Clutch
    check
    Traction Control System
    -

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2169 mm
    2206 mm
    Width
    861 mm
    817 mm
    Height
    1389 mm
    1093 mm
    Wheelbase
    1450 mm
    1425 mm
    Ground Clearance
    180 mm
    150 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    17 Litres
    12 Litres
    Body Type
    Adventure
    Cruiser
    Seat Height
    815 mm
    780 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    175 kg
    201 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • The parallel-twin engine has been retained and produces more power.
    • Design inspired by the larger Versys bikes.
    • A large 17-litre fuel tank
    • A large and comfortable seat.
    • Patented heat management system.
    • Modern-retro design looks good on the motorcycle
    • Biggest single-cylinder 652cc engine
    • Torque motor with 55 Nm of peak torque
    • Thumpy exhaust note
    • More affordable and powerful than its primary rival
    • Equipped with Brebmo brakes and Pirelli Phantom tyres
    Cons
    • No connected features or TFT screen.
    • No rider aids on offer.
    • Lack of adjustable suspension.
    • Halogen headlights look and feel basic.
    • Misses on modern features like digital cluster, bluetooth connectivity and more
    • The 5-speed transmission may disappoint some riders
    • The chrome on the motorcycle is difficult to maintain
    • Given that BSA is a new brand in the country, the number of sales and service centers is relatively limited
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    Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Versys X 300 and BSA Gold Star 650

    Safety

    Versys X 300 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch. Gold Star 650 has Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Comfort & Convenience

    Kawasaki Versys X 300 has features like Pillion Footrest, Under Seat Storage, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and BSA Gold Star 650, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Low Oil Indicator, USB Charger Port.

    Transmission

    Kawasaki Versys X 300 comes with 6 Manual transmission and Gold Star 650 comes with 5 Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Kawasaki Versys X 300 has a 17 Litres fuel tank with 1389 mm seat height. BSA Gold Star 650 has 1093 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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