Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Honda CB500X vs BMW F900XR Comparison

Updated: 06, Nov, 2023 02:09 AM

Ex-Showroom Price

₹ 7,77,000
* Delhi. May vary.

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Ex-Showroom Price

₹ 5,79,952
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Ex-Showroom Price

₹ 12,55,000
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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

Kerb Weight
219 kg197 kg219 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity
21 litres17.7 litres15.5 litres
Wheelbase
1415 mm1445 mm1521 mm
Overall Length
2165 mm2155 mm2160 mm
Overall Width
840 mm825 mm860 mm
Overall Height
1360 mm1410 mm1320 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm181 mm170 mm
Seat Height
845 mm830 mm825 mm

PERFORMANCE FIGURES

0-100 kmph
4.2 secs5.6 secs3.6 secs

COMFORT FEATURES

Electric Start
NA
Pillion Footrest
Step-up Seat/Split Seat
Pillion Grabrail
NA

MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED

Mileage
Kawasaki Versys 650 mileage is 20 kmpl (approximate).Honda CB500X mileage is 28.6 kmpl (Company-Claimed).BMW F900XR mileage is 23.81 kmpl (company-certified).
Top Speed
Kawasaki Versys 650 top speed is 200 kmph (approximate).Honda CB500X top speed is 182 kmph (approximate).BMW F900XR top speed is 210 kmph (company-claimed).
Performance
In terms of performance, the 650cc adventure motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 4.2 seconds.In terms of performance, the 500cc adventure motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 5.6 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)
649 cc471 cc895 cc
Bore
83 mm67 mm86 mm
Stroke
60 mm66.8 mm77 mm
Compression Ratio
10.8:110.7:113.1:1
Number of Cylinders
222
Valves Per Cylinder
44NA
Throttle Bore
38 mm34 mmNA
Engine Details
649cc, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke Parallel Twin Engine471cc, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, Parallel Twin Cylinder, DOHC Engine895cc, Water-Cooled, 4-Stroke, In-line 2-Cylinder Engine, 4-Valves Per Cylinder, 2-Overhead Camshafts
Maximum Power
67 HP @ 8500 rpm46.9 HP @ 8600 rpm105 HP @ 8500 rpm
Maximum Torque
61 Nm @ 7000 rpm43 Nm @ 6500 rpm92 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Number of Gears
6-Speed, Return Shift66
Cooling
Liquid CooledLiquid CooledLiquid Cooled
Valve System
DOHC, 8 ValvesNANA
Fuel System
Fuel Injection: 38mm x 2PGM-FI Electronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel Injection
Ignition
DigitalNANA
Lubrication
Forced Lubrication, Semi-Dry SumpNADry Sump Lubrication
Emission Norms
BS6-CompliantBS6-CompliantBS6-Compliant

INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES

Low Battery Indicator
Low Fuel Warning Light
NANA
Low Oil Indicator
ABS Light
Gear Indicator
NA
Mobile Phone Connectivity Via Bluetooth
NA
Neutral Indicator
NA
Fuel Gauge
DigitalDigitalDigital
Tachometer
DigitalDigital Bar GraphDigital
Trip Meter
DigitalDigitalDigital
Speedometer
DigitalDigitalDigital
Odometer
DigitalNADigital
Clock
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)
Similar Bikes
Royal Enfield Himalayan 650, CFMoto 650MT, Kawasaki Ninja 650, Kawasaki Z650, Suzuki V-Strom 650XT, Benelli TRK 502 X, BMW F 750 GS, Honda CB500X, Triumph Tiger Sport 660Kawasaki Versys 650, Benelli TRK 502, Suzuki V-Strom 650 XTTriumph Tiger 900, Kawasaki Versys 1000, Suzuki V-Strom 1000, Honda Africa Twin, Yamaha Tenere 900
Key Features
Some of the key Kawasaki Versys 650 features include - 4.3" All-digital TFT Colour Instrumentation with Smartphone Connectivity, LED Headlight & Tail Lights, KTRC (Kawasaki Traction Control), Slim, Upright Riding Position, USB Outlet (Accessory), Increased Wind Protection.Attractive Negative-Display LCD Dashboard, Dual Trip Meters, Fuel Level and Consumption Gauges and Gear Position and Shift Up Indicators, Steel Diamond-Tube Frame, Full LED Lighting, Assist/Slipper Clutch, Emergency Stop Signal Technology, Honda Ignition Security System (HISS).Head-Turning Looks, Informative All-Digital Console, Powerful Engine, Excellent Build Quality, Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)

BATTERY AND LIGHTING

Pass Light
Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)
Voltage
12V12V12V
Capacity
10Ah7.4Ah12Ah
Turn Signal Light (Front)
LEDNALED
Turn Signal Light (Rear)
LEDNALED
Battery Type
Maintenance FreeMaintenance FreeMaintenance Free
Head Light
LEDLEDLED
Tail Light
LEDLEDLED

MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW

Design
Performance
In terms of performance, the 650cc adventure motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 4.2 seconds.In terms of performance, the 500cc adventure motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 5.6 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
NA
Front Brake
300mm Dual Semi-Floating Petal Discs, Dual-Piston310mm Single Disc320mm, Dual Disc Brakes, Floating Brake Discs, 4-Piston Radial Brake Calipers
Alloy Wheels
NA
Rear Brake
250mm Single Petal Disc, Single-Piston240mm Single Disc265mm, Single Disc Brake, Single-Piston Floating Caliper
Wheel Type
AlloysNACast Aluminium Wheels
Wheel Size
17-inchNANA
Front Tyre
120/70-ZR17 M/C (58W)110/80-R19 M/C120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre
160/60-ZR17 M/C (69W)160/60-ZR17 M/C180/55-ZR17
ABS
2-Channel ABS2-Channel ABSBMW Motorrad ABS
Front Wheel
17-inchMulti-Spoke Cast Aluminium3.50" x 17”
Rear Wheel
17-inchMulti-Spoke Cast Aluminium5.50" x 17”

SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS

Front Suspension
41mm Inverted Fork with Adjustable Rebound Damping (Right-Side) and Spring Preload Adjustability (Left-Side)41mm Conventional Telescopic Forks43mm Upside-Down Telescopic Forks
Rear Suspension
Laydown Offset Single-Shock with Remote Spring Preload AdjustabilityProlink Monoshock with SwingarmCast Aluminium Dual Swing Arm, Central Spring Strut, Spring Pre-load Hydraulically Adjustable, Rebound Damping Adjustable
Frame (Chassis)
Tubular Diamond, High-Tensile SteelSteel DiamondBridge-Type Frame, Steel Shell Construction
Front Wheel Travel
150 mmNA170 mm
Rear Wheel Travel
145 mmNA172 mm

Miscellaneous Information

Rake
25°NANA
Trail
108 mm108 mmNA
Steering Angle
35°NA60.5°
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

2-Wheeler Type
AdventureAdventureAdventure
Official Tagline
Any Road, Any Time.The City is The New WildNever Stop Challenging
Bike Variant
2024 Kawasaki Versys 650 (New Model)2024 Honda CB500X2024 BMW F900XR
Availability Status in India
AvailableAvailableAvailable
Latest Price in India
2024 Kawasaki Versys 650 price is Rs 7.77 lakh (ex-showroom).2024 Honda CB500X price is Rs 5.80 lakh (ex-showroom).2024 BMW F900XR price is Rs 12.55 lakh (ex-showroom).
Colour Options
Metallic Matte Dark Gray/Ebony, Metallic Flat Spark Black/Candy Lime GreenGrand Prix Red, Matt Gunpowder Black MetallicGalvanic Gold Metallic, Racing Red, Light White
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrolPetrol
On Road Price
2024 Kawasaki Versys 650 on road price is Rs 8.94 lakh in Delhi, Rs 9.25 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 9.05 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 9.17 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 Honda CB500X on road price is Rs 6.68 lakh in Delhi, Rs 6.90 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 6.76 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 6.84 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Honda 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 Traction Control (KTRC)
NANA

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