BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

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Overview - BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019 vs BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Technical Specifications BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019
BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore84 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke77 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power105 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque92 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio12
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement853 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,300 mmLength2,210 mm
WidthWidth939 mmWidth915 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,593 mmWheelbase1,507 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height875 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2019

Packed with technical features and additional equipment, the "small" Adventure is a high-tech machine. The many functions work well, and our testers were particularly impressed by the electronic chassis and the silky-smooth running of the engine. The Asian origin of the engine is not noticeable. The larger tank of the Adventure version and all the accessories drive up both the weight and the price. At 244 kg, the BMW F 850 GS Adventure is a bulky lump, which doesn't please everyone. But the ergonomics are top-notch, and the seating position in the wide fairing conveys a feeling of safety and protection.

Silky-smooth engine

top ergonomics and comfort

absolutely suitable for touring

suitable for off-road

technically very mature

High price with additional equipment

engine exudes little emotion

fork not adjustable

quite high weight

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 850 GS Adventure vs BMW R 1200 GS

Price BMW F 850 GS Adventure

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Price BMW R 1200 GS

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