BMW F 650GS (800cc) (2009) vs Kawasaki GPX 400R / EX400 Ninja (1987-90)
Comparison technical specifications
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Make: | BMW | Kawasaki |
Model: | F 650GS (800cc) | GPX 400R / EX400 Ninja |
Years: | 2009 | 1987-90 |
Engine: | Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder | Four stroke, parallel twin cylinders, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. |
Capacity: | 798 cc / 47.7 cub-in | 398 cc / 24.3 cu-in |
Bore x Stroke: | 82 x 75.8 mm | 70 х 51.8 mm |
Compression Ratio: | 12.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Lubrication: | Dry sump | Wet sump |
Cooling System: | Liquid cooled | Liquid cooled |
Induction: | Electronic intake injection, 45mm throttle bodies | Carburetor |
Ignition: | Knock control and oxygen sensors | TCI (Transistor Controlled Ignition) |
Starting: | Electric | Electric |
Max Power: | 52 kW / 71 hp @ 7000 rpm | 50 hp / 36.5 kW @ 10500 rpm |
Max Torque: | 75 Nm / 55 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | 3.6 kgf-m @ 9000 rpm |
Clutch: | Multiplate-plate in oil bath | Wet, multiple discs, cable operated |
Transmission: | 6 Speed | 6 Speed |
Final Drive: | Chain | Chain |
Frame: | Tubular frame in steal partly carrying the engine | Iron, Double cradle frame |
Front Suspension: | 41mm telescopic fork | 38mm Telescopic forks |
Front Wheel Travel: | 180 mm / 7.1 in | 130 mm / 5.1 in |
Rear Suspension: | Double strut swing arm aluminium coast in one piece | Swinging arm, single shock adjustable for spring preload |
Rear Wheel Travel: | 170 mm / 6.7 in | 100 mm / 3.9 in |
Front Brakes: | Single 300mm disc, 2 piston caliper | 2x discs |
Rear Brakes: | Single 265mm disc, 1 piston caliper | Single disc |
Front Tyre: | 110/80-R19 | 110/70-17 |
Rear Tyre: | 140/80-R17 | 130/70-17 |
Dry Weight: | 171 kg / 377 lbs | 177 kg / 390 lbs |
Fuel Capacity: | 16 L / 4.2 US gal | 16 Litres / 3.9 US gal |