BMW G 650 GS versus Honda VFR 800

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW G 650 GS

Adventure
Honda

Honda VFR 800

Sporttourer

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2011 bis 2016
Built von 1998 bis 2010
RRP
RRP 12.240 €
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Pros:
  • light and manoeuvrable
  • uncomplicated
  • favorable consumption
  • solid workmanship
  • enough space for passenger
Pros:
  • Sporty engine
  • Good comfort
  • Gripping brakes
  • Value for money
  • Reliable model
Cons:
  • radiates little emotion
Cons:
  • Rear view
  • Vibration
  • Exhausting manoeuvring

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.477 mm
Length :
2.165 mm
Seat :
780 mm
Weight :
192 kg
Wheelbase: 1.440 mm
Length :
2.130 mm Height : 1.190 mm
Seat :
820 mm
Weight :
249 (max: 444 ) kg

Engine

Motor type unknown 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 652 ccm
Hub: 83 mm
Hole: 100 mm
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 5
Motor design: V4 90 degree four-stroke 4 Cylinder
Displacement: 782 ccm
Hub: 48 mm
Hole: 72 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: O-Ring Kette
Aisles: 6

Performance

Maximum speed: 170 km/h
Performance: 48 HP at 6.500 U/Min
Torque: 60 NM bei 5.000 U/Min
Tank contents: 14 Litre
Maximum speed: 244 km/h
Performance: 109 HP at 10.500 U/Min
Torque: 80 NM bei 8.800 U/Min
Tank contents: 21 Litre
Consumption:
6 l
Reach:
350 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Bridges (steel)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
Frame type:
Bridge frame (aluminium)
Front suspension:
Telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm (travel 120 mm)
Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 120 mm)
Rear suspension:
Aluminum cast single-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyres: 180/55-ZR17

Brakes

Rear brake
Disk
Front brake
Three-piston caliper ( 296 mm) Rear brake
Three-piston caliper ( 256 mm)

Expensive, but always back

What remains? Without sponsors, this would have been a rather expensive affair, as there are cheaper offers on the net. And yet we are glad to have dared this experiment: the Honda is too good not to try it. Our advice to all those who can make friends with a sports tourer: Definitely shortlist!

This was the emotional section of our brain, but the truth is that these costs cannot be recovered from a sale. But no matter what we do with the VFR, we have not yet decided. We just enjoy :)

That cost the fun, all the numbers in Euros:
Motorcycle: 1,600
TÜV: 80
Battery: 100
Brake pads and air filters: 230
Oil and oil filters: 40
Front blinkers: 62
Spark plugs: 146
Halogen lamp 40
Tank ceilings: 20

In total, that's 2,318 euros. To this end, we have received services from sponsors. For new Michelin tyres, LSL levers and mirrors as well as the paintwork a further 2,377 euros would have been due, so summasumarum 4,695 euros.

Price / Availability / Colours / Years of Construction

  • Price: 12.240€ (2002)
  • Used from about 1,500 €
  • Years built: Model RC46II 2002-2010
  • Availability: good