BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Overview - BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018 vs BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	101 mm	Bore	102.5 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	76 mm
Engine power	Engine power	125 HP	Engine power	136 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	125 Nm	Torque	143 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	12.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid-air
Displacement	Displacement	1,170 ccm	Displacement	1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Strut	Front suspension	Telelever

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Riding modes	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,255 mm	Length	2,207 mm
Width	Width	980 mm	Width	952.5 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,510 mm	Wheelbase	1,525 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	910 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	260 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	249 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

The GS also impressed us with its versatility during the test in November 2021. We rode the bike on a wide variety of terrain and were once again very satisfied. The motorbike convinces in every situation with its easy handling and practicality. On the other hand, it can also be ridden delightfully irrationally.

Great ride comfort and great ergonomics

Powerful engine

Great connectivity app

Easy-to-read display

Confident feel in the saddle

Practical riding aids

Versatile chassis accommodates every route

Easy to ride

Rough overall appearance

gearshifts at low revs somewhat clumsy