BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs. Triumph Scrambler 2015

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Triumph Scrambler 2015

Triumph Scrambler 2015

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs Triumph Scrambler 2015

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Triumph Scrambler 2015

Triumph Scrambler 2015

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2009 compared to Triumph Scrambler 2015

BMW R 1200 GS 2009
Triumph Scrambler 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore101 mmBore90 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke68 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power59 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,800 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque68 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque4,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio9.2
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement865 ccm

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,210 mmLength2,213 mm
WidthWidth915 mmWidth860 mm
HeightHeight1,450 mmHeight1,202 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,507 mmWheelbase1,500 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight229 kgKerb Weight230 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity16 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.

Triumph Scrambler 2015

Triumph Scrambler 2015

The Scrambler has an extremely distinctive way of presenting itself and the rider: Conveying coolness. And as for the conversion possibilities: they are endless.

Robust

exhaust becomes a visual highlight

unique concept

comfortable saddle.

Very high dead weight

legs heat up over time

sluggish in curves.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs Triumph Scrambler

Price BMW R 1200 GS

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Price Triumph Scrambler

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