BMW R 1200 GS 2008 vs. BMW R 1200 RT 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2008 vs BMW R 1200 RT 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2008 compared to BMW R 1200 RT 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2008
BMW R 1200 RT 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power100 HPEngine power110 HP
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,519 mmWheelbase1,485 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity27 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

If you're a bit indecisive when buying a motorbike, and would prefer to have an egg-laying pillow, the 1200 is the best choice. In addition, the 1200 is the only true GS, namely the GS with a boxer engine and cardan drive.

Safe riding experience

ideal for longer rides

ESA

ASC

maintenance-free card drive, very comfortable.

High purchase price

high weight

high seat

unsuitable off-road

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

The S-class among motorbikes. You want to tour and travel in a relaxed manner, ideally with company, sufficient luggage stowed in the sophisticated, easy-to-use pannier systems. There are not many motorbikes on which women like to ride in the back, but the RT is one of them.

Luxurious

integrated electronics

efficient windshield

comfortable ride

spacious pannier system

quite heavy at 300kg

proud price

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs BMW R 1200 RT

Price BMW R 1200 GS

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Price BMW R 1200 RT

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