BMW R 1200 R 2015 vs. BMW F 800 R 2017
BMW R 1200 R 2015
BMW F 800 R 2017
Overview - BMW R 1200 R 2015 vs BMW F 800 R 2017
The BMW R 1200 R 2015 and the BMW F 800 R 2017 are both naked bikes from BMW, but they have some key differences in terms of their technical specifications and strengths.
BMW R 1200 R 2015
Starting with the BMW R 1200 R 2015, it is equipped with a Boxer engine that delivers 125 HP of power and 125 Nm of torque. The engine has 2 cylinders and is air-cooled. It has a displacement of 1170 ccm. The front suspension is a telescopic fork, while the rear suspension is a Paralever. The frame is made of steel and is load-bearing, which adds to the bike's stability. The front brakes are double disk with four pistons and radial technology. The front tire width is 120 mm, with a diameter of 17 inches, and the rear tire width is 180 mm, also with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1515 mm and the seat height is 790 mm. The fuel tank capacity is 18 liters. The BMW R 1200 R 2015 has a sporty look, a powerful engine, and a comfortable seating position. It also comes with ABS and traction control as standard, as well as two riding modes. However, some cool features are only available at an extra cost and the rev counter is poorly readable.
Moving on to the BMW F 800 R 2017, it features an in-line engine that produces 90 HP of power and 86 Nm of torque. Like the R 1200 R, it has 2 cylinders, but it is liquid-cooled. The displacement is 798 ccm. The front suspension is an upside-down telescopic fork, while the rear suspension is a swing arm. The frame is made of aluminum and is of the twin tube, load-bearing engine type. The front brakes are double disk with four pistons and radial technology. The dimensions of the tires, wheelbase, and seat height are the same as the R 1200 R. However, the fuel tank capacity is slightly smaller at 15 liters. The BMW F 800 R 2017 has strong brakes, upgraded equipment, and a low weight. It also has accessible geometry and a characteristic sound. On the downside, it is somewhat pragmatic and lacks a bit of effervescence.
BMW F 800 R 2017
In conclusion, the BMW R 1200 R 2015 and the BMW F 800 R 2017 are both naked bikes with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The R 1200 R has a more powerful engine and offers a sportier look, while the F 800 R has strong brakes and upgraded equipment. Both bikes provide a comfortable seating position and come with ABS and traction control. However, the R 1200 R has some cool features that come at an extra cost, and the F 800 R is somewhat pragmatic and lacks a bit of excitement. Overall, it comes down to personal preference and priorities when choosing between these two models.
Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 R 2015 compared to BMW F 800 R 2017
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
BMW R 1200 R 2015
The predecessor was already able to be ridden in a sporty manner as well as convincing on tours, the new R 1200 R can do even more - thanks to the pannier system (of course at extra cost), travelling is still no problem, but it masters sport even better. Thanks to the now partially water-cooled boxer twin-cylinder engine, it is wonderfully agile - 125 hp may not seem like much on paper, but the engine pushes incredibly and behaves in a cultivated manner to boot. The chassis and brakes also score highly and the seating position is sporty and upright, covering a wide spectrum from wonderful fun to long-distance touring. Unfortunately, BMW also understands the trick with the surcharge list perfectly. The basic model is well equipped with ABS that can be deactivated, traction control that can also be deactivated and two driving modes, but many interesting gimmicks are almost obligatory - and of course drive the price way up.
BMW F 800 R 2017
With a EURO4 engine, new riding modes, new instruments and new colours, the F 800 R starts the new season. It is recognisable at first glance only by the end cap on the stately stainless steel exhaust. It is one of those full-grown motorbikes that, despite its considerable sporting potential, was designed for the widest possible user group. Therefore, it is absolutely beginner-friendly (throttled), but can also inspire an experienced audience. Its character remains somewhat pragmatic, but the unmistakable, hollow sound of the inline two compensates for this.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 R vs BMW F 800 R
There are a few key differences between a BMW R 1200 R 2015 and a BMW F 800 R 2017. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R 1200 R 2015 is about 43% higher. Compared to BMW F 800 R 2017 there are more BMW R 1200 R 2015 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 23 compared to 16. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1200 R with 69 days compared to 105 days for a BMW F 800 R. Since model year 2007 1000PS.de editors have written 27 reviews for the BMW R 1200 R and 20 reviews for the BMW F 800 R since model year 2009. The first review for the BMW R 1200 R was published on 07/07/2006 and now has more than 14,900 views. This compares to more than 8,900 views for the first review on BMW F 800 R published on 10/10/2008.
