BMW R 1250 GS 2022 vs. CFMOTO 800MT Explore 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

CFMOTO 800MT Explore 2023

Overview - BMW R 1250 GS 2022 vs CFMOTO 800MT Explore 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

CFMOTO 800MT Explore 2023

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS 2022 compared to CFMOTO 800MT Explore 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

CFMOTO 800MT Explore 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

CFMOTO 800MT Explore 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	In line
Engine power	Engine power	136 HP	Engine power	93.8 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	143 Nm	Torque	75 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Displacement	Displacement	1,254 ccm	Displacement	799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telelever	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	37 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Rake	Rake	62.9 degree	Rake	35 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	305 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	276 mm	Diameter	260 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,207 mm	Length	2,234 mm
Width	Width	952.5 mm	Width	853 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,525 mm	Wheelbase	1,531 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	249 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	225 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Cornering lights, LED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, Connectivity, Heated grips

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

The BMW R 1250 GS presents itself as a very complete motorbike even in 2022. Confident and well-balanced, it convinces on intensive rides. The motorbike scores points with its wonderful engine, great ergonomics and practical riding aids including great app integration. However, in direct comparison with other touring enduros in the top league, it is now showing its first weaknesses in terms of equipment and the components installed. However, the 136 hp from the boxer engine is convincing in every situation.

Extremely torquey boxer engine

Comfortable seating position, suitable for long distances

Great app integration

Sophisticated operating concept

Great ergonomics

Many customisation options

Great handling with strong confidence in the front

Easy driveability.

Shifting is awkward at low revs

seat too lax

brakes and suspension no longer on a par with the strong competition.

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