BMW R65 (reduced effect) vs Zanella RZ7i (2020)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the BMW R65 (reduced effect)stacks up against the Zanella RZ7i. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | BMW R65 (reduced effect) | Zanella RZ7i |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 1985 | 2020 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 649 cc | 652 cc |
| Horsepower | 27 hp | 49 hp |
| Torque | — | 60 Nm |
| Weight | — | 175 kg |
| Fuel capacity | 5.8 L | 3.4 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake | Single disc |
| Tires | 90/90-18 / 120/90-18 | 120/70-17 / 150/60-17 |
BMW R65 (reduced effect) vs Zanella RZ7i — which should you buy?
Picking between the BMW R65 (reduced effect) and the Zanella RZ7i usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the BMW R65 (reduced effect) brings 27 hp, while the Zanella RZ7i counters with 49 hp at 175 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: