BMW R 1200 RS 2018 vs. BMW S 1000 XR 2018

BMW R 1200 RS 2018

BMW S 1000 XR 2018

Overview - BMW R 1200 RS 2018 vs BMW S 1000 XR 2018

BMW R 1200 RS 2018

BMW S 1000 XR 2018

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 RS 2018 compared to BMW S 1000 XR 2018

BMW R 1200 RS 2018

BMW S 1000 XR 2018

BMW R 1200 RS 2018

BMW S 1000 XR 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	101 mm	Bore	80 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	49.7 mm
Engine power	Engine power	125 HP	Engine power	165 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	125 Nm	Torque	114 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	9,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	12
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,170 ccm	Displacement	999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Paralever	Suspension	Swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,203 mm	Length	2,183 mm
Width	Width	998 mm	Width	940 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,530 mm	Wheelbase	1,548 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	820 mm	Seat Height	840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	236 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	228 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 RS 2018

Wunderlich has optimised the already great R 1200 RS with pinpoint accuracy and turned it into a real dream machine. The straight handlebars fit the sports tourer really well. The bike's sporty look is justified. Anyone who tries this Wunderlich machine sets the bar incredibly high for their next motorbike. A real dream bike.

Precise and stable handling

comfortable seating position

great wind protection

with the Wunderlich conversion, a very sporty and sleek look overall.

Knee angle somewhat compact with long legs

BMW S 1000 XR 2018

The S 1000 XR, with its now 165 hp Supersport power unit combined with the geometry and comfort of a Bigenduro, is one of the fastest motorbikes on the public road. The extensive range of accessories makes it even faster or even more comfortable, as required. However, with a seat height of 840 mm and a long crotch arch, it is only conditionally suitable for smaller riders. The 790 mm high seat, however, remedies this. The brakes are as strong as the engine, the XR convinces with precision and above all stability. Despite the insane performance, you feel well and safe, as you would expect from a BMW.

Power increase

strong brakes and engine

decent standard equipment

extensive accessories

numerous HP Parts available

precise and stable handling.

somewhat wide in the leg area due to 4-cylinder

very wide handlebars

low seat necessary for smaller riders