BMW R65 vs Voge 650DS (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the BMW R65stacks up against the Voge 650DS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBMW R65Voge 650DS
Model year19852020
Price
Engine649 cc652 cc
Horsepower48 hp50 hp
Torque60 Nm
Weight192 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity5.8 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. ABS
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc. ABS
Tires90/90-18 / 120/90-18 110/80-19 / 150/70-17

BMW R65 vs Voge 650DS — which should you buy?

Picking between the BMW R65 and the Voge 650DS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the BMW R65 brings 48 hp, while the Voge 650DS counters with 50 hp at 192 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: