BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs. Honda CB650R 2019

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Honda CB650R 2019

Honda CB650R 2019

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs Honda CB650R 2019

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Honda CB650R 2019

Honda CB650R 2019

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2009 compared to Honda CB650R 2019

BMW R 1200 GS 2009
Honda CB650R 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke46 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11.4
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,210 mmLength2,110 mm
WidthWidth915 mmWidth775 mm
HeightHeight1,450 mmHeight1,120 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,507 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight229 kgKerb Weight200 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity15.4 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

Honda CB650R 2019

Honda CB650R 2019

Honda's CB650R proves brilliantly that four-cylinder naked bikes with little displacement are also a real source of joy on the country road. The engine tuning gives enough pressure from the hairpin bend and rewards with a wonderful four-cylinder shriek after a short wait. The suspension components clearly attempt a balancing act between everyday life and sportiness, which is why unrest can quickly be found in the vehicle when approaching the cornering at a brisk pace. Somehow, however, this imperfection gives the Honda a lot of character and gives the rider the feeling of having to actively integrate himself into the action. For country road racers with a daily commute, a real recommendation!

Rev-happy engine

reasonable power

sporty seating position

wide handlebars

very rideable motorbike

comfortable for everyday use

pretty display.

Weakness in the chassis can be seen as a disadvantage

not as much power from the hairpin as two-cylinder competition

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs Honda CB650R

Price BMW R 1200 GS

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Price Honda CB650R

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