CF Moto 650NK ABS vs BMW R65 (reduced effect) (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the CF Moto 650NK ABSstacks up against the BMW R65 (reduced effect). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecCF Moto 650NK ABSBMW R65 (reduced effect)
Model year20161985
Price
Engine649 cc649 cc
Horsepower60 hp27 hp
Torque56 Nm
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L5.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABSSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSExpanding brake
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 90/90-18 / 120/90-18

CF Moto 650NK ABS vs BMW R65 (reduced effect) — which should you buy?

Picking between the CF Moto 650NK ABS and the BMW R65 (reduced effect) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the CF Moto 650NK ABS brings 60 hp, while the BMW R65 (reduced effect) counters with 27 hp.

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: