| Engine | BMW F850GS | Suzuki DL650 V-STROM |
|---|---|---|
| Engine code | A224A08M0 | |
| Displacement | 853 cc | 645 cc |
| Max power | 95 hp (@8 250 RPM) | 66 hp (@8 800 RPM) |
| Max torque | 67 lb ft (@6 250 RPM) | 44 lb ft (@6 400 RPM) |
| Redline | 9 000 RPM | 10 000 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 250 RPM | 1 200 RPM |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | DOHC Inline-2 | DOHC V-twin |
| Compression | 12.70:1 | 11.20:1 |
| Oil capacity | 2.65 quart | 2.60 quart |
| Oil type | 5W40 | |
| Spark plug type | NGK LMAR8J-9E | NGK CR8EIA-9- |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 8 | 8 |
| Bore | 84.0 mm | 81.0 mm |
| Stroke | 77.0 mm | 62.6 mm |
| Throttle bore | 48.0 mm | |
| Weight to power | 5.31 lbs/hp | 7.15 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 470 hp/2500lbs | 349 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | 12V 10Ah | 12V 10Ah |
| Gearbox | BMW F850GS | Suzuki DL650 V-STROM |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Slipper | Wet |
| Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Chain type | 525 | RK525SMOZ8, 118 links |
| Gears count | 6 | 6 |
| Primary ratio | 1.821 | 2.088 |
| Final drive | 2.588 | 3.133 |
| 1. gear | 2.833 (51 mph) | 2.461 (47 mph) |
| 2. gear | 2.067 (70 mph) | 1.777 (65 mph) |
| 3. gear | 1.6 (89 mph) | 1.38 (83 mph) |
| 4. gear | 1.308 (110 mph) | 1.125 (102 mph) |
| 5. gear | 1.103 (130 mph) | 0.961 (119 mph) |
| 6. gear | 0.968 (148 mph) | 0.851 (135 mph) |
| Chasis | BMW F850GS | Suzuki DL650 V-STROM |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Steel bridge frame in monocoque design, load-bearing engine | Aluminum twin-spar frame |
| Front susp. | 43mm USD, 8.03 in travel | Telescopic fork, 5.91 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Monoshock, 7.24 in travel | Monoshock, 6.26 in travel |