UM V2C-650T vs BMW R65 (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the UM V2C-650Tstacks up against the BMW R65. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecUM V2C-650TBMW R65
Model year20091985
Price$7,899
Engine647 cc649 cc
Horsepower48 hp
Seat height28 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L5.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires120/70-ZR18 / 180/55-ZR17 90/90-18 / 120/90-18

UM V2C-650T vs BMW R65 — which should you buy?

Picking between the UM V2C-650T and the BMW R65 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the UM V2C-650T brings its published horsepower, while the BMW R65 counters with 48 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: