BMW R 1250 R 2021 vs. Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

BMW R 1250 R 2021

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Overview - BMW R 1250 R 2021 vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

BMW R 1250 R 2021

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 R 2021 compared to Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

BMW R 1250 R 2021

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

BMW R 1250 R 2021

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	In line crankpin offset
Bore	Bore	102.5 mm	Bore	97.6 mm
Stroke	Stroke	76 mm	Stroke	80 mm
Engine power	Engine power	136 HP	Engine power	100 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	143 Nm	Torque	112 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	12
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid-air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,254 ccm	Displacement	1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Travel	Travel	140 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock
Travel	Travel	140 mm	Travel	120 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Central tube
Rake	Rake	62.3 degree	Rake	22.3 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	276 mm	Diameter	220 mm
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	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by Wire	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, 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	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,165 mm	Length	2,099 mm
Width	Width	880 mm	Width	778 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,515 mm	Wheelbase	1,413 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	820 mm	Seat Height	809 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	239 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	216 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 R 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

The Triumph Speed Twin could be the height of emotion for fans of classic Triumph motorbikes. The engine pushes like a tractor in every situation and spoils you with a wonderful sound. Chassis and brake components are of high quality and the looks are inspiring. Unfortunately, tall riders cannot enjoy the small 1200 quite as easily as riders under 1.85 metres.

powerful punch from the rev range

high-quality workmanship

sporty chassis

great looks

compact dimensions could become a problem for tall pilots

heat development of the engine