Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs BMW F900R vs BMW F900XR Comparison

Updated: 06, Nov, 2023 07:39 AM

Ex-Showroom Price

₹ 12,31,000
* Delhi. May vary.

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Ex-Showroom Price

₹ 10,80,000
* Delhi. May vary.

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Ex-Showroom Price

₹ 12,55,000
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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

Overall Length
2270 mm2140 mm2160 mm
Overall Width
895 mm815 mm860 mm
Overall Height
1400 mm1130 mm1320 mm
Ground Clearance
150 mm142 mm170 mm
Seat Height
840 mm815 mm825 mm
Wheelbase
1520 mm1518 mm1521 mm
Kerb Weight
255 kg211 kg219 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity
21 litres13 litres15.5 litres

PERFORMANCE FIGURES

0-100 kmph
3.1 secs3.7 secs3.6 secs

COMFORT FEATURES

Electric Start
NANA
Power Socket
NANA
Cruise Control
NANA
Step-up Seat/Split Seat
Pillion Grabrail
Pillion Footrest

MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED

Mileage
Kawasaki Versys 1000 mileage is 16 kmpl (approximate).BMW F900R mileage is 23.81 kmpl (company-certified).BMW F900XR mileage is 23.81 kmpl (company-certified).
Top Speed
Kawasaki Versys 1000 top speed is 240 kmph (speedo-indicated).BMW F900R top speed is 216 kmph (company-claimed).BMW F900XR top speed is 210 kmph (company-claimed).
Performance
In terms of performance, the 1000cc adventure bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 3.1 seconds.In terms of performance, the 900cc street bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 3.7 seconds.In terms of performance, the 900cc adventure bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 3.6 seconds.

ENGINE AND GEARBOX

Engine cc (Displacement)
1043 cc895 cc895 cc
Bore
77 mm86 mm86 mm
Stroke
56 mm77 mm77 mm
Compression Ratio
10.3:113.1:113.1:1
Number of Cylinders
422
Gearbox Type
ReturnConstant Mesh 6-speed Gearbox Integrated in CrankcaseConstant Mesh 6-speed Gearbox Integrated in Crankcase
Electronic Throttle Valves
NANA
Engine Details
1043cc, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke In-Line Four895cc, Water-Cooled, 4-Stroke, In-line 2-Cylinder Engine, 4-Valves Per Cylinder, 2-Overhead Camshafts895cc, Water-Cooled, 4-Stroke, In-line 2-Cylinder Engine, 4-Valves Per Cylinder, 2-Overhead Camshafts
Maximum Torque
102 Nm @ 7500 rpm92 Nm @ 6500 rpm92 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Fuel System
Fuel Injection: Ø 38 mm x 4Electronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel Injection
Ignition
DigitalNANA
Number of Gears
666
Cooling
Liquid CooledLiquid CooledLiquid Cooled
Maximum Power
120 HP @ 9000 rpm105 HP @ 8500 rpm105 HP @ 8500 rpm
Emission Norms
BS6-CompliantBS6-CompliantBS6-Compliant
Lubrication
Forced Lubrication, Wet SumpDry Sump LubricationDry Sump Lubrication
Valve System
DOHC, 16 ValvesNANA

INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES

Temperature Gauge
DigitalNANA
ABS Light
Low Oil Indicator
Service Reminder
Low Battery Indicator
Engine Check Indicator
NANA
Tachometer
AnalogDigitalDigital
Fuel Gauge
DigitalDigitalDigital
Clock
DigitalDigitalDigital
Odometer
DigitalDigitalDigital
Speedometer
DigitalDigitalDigital
Trip Meter
DigitalDigitalDigital

KEY FEATURES AND COMPETITORS

Braking System
2-Channel ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)
Key Features
Kawasaki Cornering Management Function, Kawasaki Intelligent Anti-Lock Braking System, Dual LED Headlights, Informative Instrument Console, Traction Control, Cruise Control, DC Power SocketHead-Turning Looks, Informative All-Digital Console, Powerful Engine, Excellent Build Quality, Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)Head-Turning Looks, Informative All-Digital Console, Powerful Engine, Excellent Build Quality, Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
Similar Bikes
Ducati Multistrada 950, BMW F900XR, Suzuki V-Strom 1000, Honda Africa Twin CRF1100L, Triumph Tiger 900, BMW F 850 GS, Suzuki GSX-S1000F, Ducati Multistrada V4 S, Kawasaki Vulcan SKawasaki Z900, Ducati Monster 797, KTM 890 Duke R, Honda CB1000R+, Suzuki GSX-S1000, Yamaha MT-09Triumph Tiger 900, Kawasaki Versys 1000, Suzuki V-Strom 1000, Honda Africa Twin, Yamaha Tenere 900

BATTERY AND LIGHTING

Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)
Pass Light
Turn Signal Light (Front)
LEDLEDLED
Turn Signal Light (Rear)
LEDLEDLED
Voltage
12V12V12V
Capacity
8Ah12Ah12Ah
Head Light
LEDLEDLED
Tail Light
LEDLEDLED
Battery Type
Maintenance FreeMaintenance FreeMaintenance Free

MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW

Design
Performance
In terms of performance, the 1000cc adventure bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 3.1 seconds.In terms of performance, the 900cc street bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 3.7 seconds.In terms of performance, the 900cc adventure bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 3.6 seconds.
Comfort
Features
Build Quality
Value for Money
Fuel Economy

BRAKES AND TYRES

Tubeless Tyres
NANA
Front Tyre
120/70-ZR17 M/C (58W)120/70-ZR17120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre
180/55-ZR17 M/C (73W)180/55-ZR17180/55-ZR17
Front Brake
Dual Semi-Floating 310mm Petal Discs, Dual Radial-Mount Monobloc, Opposed 4-Piston Calipers320mm, Dual Disc Brakes, Floating Brake Discs, 4-Piston Radial Brake Calipers320mm, Dual Disc Brakes, Floating Brake Discs, 4-Piston Radial Brake Calipers
ABS
2-Channel ABSBMW Motorrad ABSBMW Motorrad ABS
Rear Brake
250mm Petal Disc, Single-Piston Caliper265mm, Single Disc Brake, Single-Piston Floating Caliper265mm, Single Disc Brake, Single-Piston Floating Caliper
Alloy Wheels
NANA
Front Wheel
17-inch3.50" x 17”3.50" x 17”
Rear Wheel
17-inch5.50" x 17”5.50" x 17”

SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS

Front Suspension
43 mm Inverted Forks with Rebound Damping (Right-Side) and Spring Preload Adjustability43mm Upside-Down Telescopic Forks43mm Upside-Down Telescopic Forks
Rear Suspension
Horizontal Back-Link, Gas-Charged, with Rebound Damping and Remote Spring Preload AdjustabilityCast Aluminium Dual Swing Arm, Central Spring Strut, Spring Pre-load Hydraulically Adjustable, Rebound Damping AdjustableCast Aluminium Dual Swing Arm, Central Spring Strut, Spring Pre-load Hydraulically Adjustable, Rebound Damping Adjustable
Front Wheel Travel
150 mm135 mm170 mm
Rear Wheel Travel
152 mm142 mm172 mm
Frame (Chassis)
Twin-Tube, AluminiumBridge-Type Frame, Steel Shell ConstructionBridge-Type Frame, Steel Shell Construction

Miscellaneous Information

Rake
27°NANA
Trail
106 mmNANA
Ex Showroom Price vs On Road Price
Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.

Colour Options and Price in India

Official Tagline
Change Your ViewNever Stop ChallengingNever Stop Challenging
2-Wheeler Type
AdventureNakedAdventure
Bike Variant
2024 Kawasaki Versys 1000 (New Model)2024 BMW F900R2024 BMW F900XR
Availability Status in India
AvailableAvailableAvailable
Latest Price in India
2024 Kawasaki Versys 1000 price is Rs 12.31 lakh (ex-showroom).2024 BMW F900R price is Rs 10.80 lakh (ex-showroom).2024 BMW F900XR price is Rs 12.55 lakh (ex-showroom).
Colour Options
Candy Lime Green/Metallic Spark Black, Pearl Stardust White/Metallic Spark BlackHockenheim Silver Metallic/Racing Red, San Marino Blue Metallic, Black Storm MetallicGalvanic Gold Metallic, Racing Red, Light White
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrolPetrol
On Road Price
2024 Kawasaki Versys 1000 on road price is Rs 14.17 lakh in Delhi, Rs 14.65 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 14.34 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 14.53 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Kawasaki dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.2024 BMW F900R on road price is Rs 12.43 lakh in Delhi, Rs 12.85 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 12.58 lakh in Kolkata, and Rs 12.74 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest BMW dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.2024 BMW F900XR on road price is Rs 14.45 lakh in Delhi, Rs 14.93 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 14.62 lakh in Kolkata, and Rs 14.81 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest BMW dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.

TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS

Kawasaki Intelligent ABS (KIBS)
NANA
Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC)
NANA

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