BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2019
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015
BMW R 1250 GS 2019
Overview - BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015 vs BMW R 1250 GS 2019
The BMW R 1200 GS Adventure model year 2015 and the BMW R 1250 GS model year 2019 are both enduro motorcycles with similar technical specifications. They both have a Boxer engine type, with the R 1200 GS Adventure having a bore of 101 mm and a stroke of 73 mm, while the R 1250 GS has a slightly larger bore of 102.5 mm and stroke of 76 mm. The engine power of the R 1200 GS Adventure is 125 HP, while the R 1250 GS has a more powerful engine with 136 HP. The torque of the R 1200 GS Adventure is 125 Nm, while the R 1250 GS has a higher torque of 143 Nm. Both motorcycles have a prop shaft transmission and 2 cylinders, with the R 1200 GS Adventure having a displacement of 1170 ccm and the R 1250 GS having a larger displacement of 1254 ccm.
In terms of suspension, the R 1200 GS Adventure has a front suspension of strut and a rear suspension of single swing arm. On the other hand, the R 1250 GS has a front suspension of telelever and a rear suspension of single swing arm. Both motorcycles have a steel frame, with the R 1200 GS Adventure having a twin tube load-bearing engine frame type and the R 1250 GS having a load-bearing engine frame type.
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015
The braking systems of both motorcycles are similar, with double disk brakes at the front. The R 1250 GS also has ABS, anti-slipping control, riding modes, and ride by wire as advanced rider assistance systems, while the R 1200 GS Adventure only has riding modes.
In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tyre diameter of 19 inches and a rear tyre width of 170 mm. The R 1200 GS Adventure has a rear tyre diameter of 17 inches, while the R 1250 GS has the same rear tyre diameter. The wheelbase of the R 1200 GS Adventure is 1510 mm, while the R 1250 GS has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1525 mm. The seat height of the R 1200 GS Adventure is 910 mm, while the R 1250 GS has a lower seat height of 850 mm. The kerb weight of the R 1200 GS Adventure, including ABS, is 260 kg, while the R 1250 GS has a lower kerb weight of 249 kg. The fuel tank capacity of the R 1200 GS Adventure is larger at 30 litres, compared to the R 1250 GS which has a fuel tank capacity of 20 litres.
When comparing the strengths of the two motorcycles, the R 1200 GS Adventure has a powerful engine, making it relatively easy to ride. It also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 30 litres, excellent ergonomics, and stable brakes. On the other hand, the R 1250 GS has an extremely high-torque boxer engine, providing a good sound and comfortable seating position suitable for long distances. It also has stable braking performance, good weather protection, a colour TFT display as standard, and LED headlights.
BMW R 1250 GS 2019
In terms of weaknesses, the R 1200 GS Adventure has a high weight and a high price. The R 1250 GS, on the other hand, has manageable standard equipment and a long surcharge list. It also has a jagged appearance with little elegance.
Overall, the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 offers some improvements over the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015, such as a more powerful engine, advanced rider assistance systems, and a lower kerb weight. However, it also has some weaknesses in terms of standard equipment and appearance.
Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2019
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015
As the most successful supplier of large-volume touring enduros, BMW has for years been highly successful in establishing the large R 1200 GS Adventure as the ultimate long-distance touring motorbike. Building on the driving dynamics and high off-road and touring competence of the conventional R 1200 GS, the Adventure represents the maximum solution for off-road touring riders. With its bulky fairing and 30-litre tank, the 125 hp engine has more to haul, but a high degree of agility is still maintained. Nothing is spared in terms of equipment, the big Adventure offers the full programme: ABS, ASC (Automatic Stability Control) and two riding modes "Rain" and "Road" are standard.
BMW R 1250 GS 2019
The BMW R 1250 GS is the logical further development of the R 1200 GS - logical above all because one should not expect such a popular motorbike to be radically changed. Accordingly, the design has been changed cautiously, and the familiar options for the chassis and electronics have been retained. The new name R 1250 GS, however, promises a new engine - and it really is something! 136 hp at 7750 rpm and a whopping 143 Newton metres of maximum torque at 6250 rpm are an absolute blast! BMW has thus renovated the big GS almost perfectly: it remains clearly recognisable, has a little more electronics as standard, a still long list of surcharges (which customers like to tick from A to Z) and a now even better and more sovereign power plant - what more could you want?!
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vs BMW R 1250 GS
There are a few key differences between a BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015 and a BMW R 1250 GS 2019. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R 1250 GS 2019 is about 30% higher. Compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2019 there are less BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 9 compared to 104. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1250 GS with 46 days compared to 77 days for the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure. Since model year 2006 1000PS.de editors have written 35 reviews for the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure and 50 reviews for the BMW R 1250 GS since model year 2019. The first review for the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure was published on 28/11/2005 and now has more than 12,900 views. This compares to more than 305,600 views for the first review on BMW R 1250 GS published on 19/09/2018.
