BMW R 1200 RS 2018 vs. Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

BMW R 1200 RS 2018

BMW R 1200 RS 2018

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

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Overview - BMW R 1200 RS 2018 vs Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

BMW R 1200 RS 2018

BMW R 1200 RS 2018

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 RS 2018 compared to Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

BMW R 1200 RS 2018
Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore101 mmBore116 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke60.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power205 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque144.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio12.6
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,285 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionParaleverSuspensionSingle swing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeMonocoque

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,203 mmLength2,060 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,530 mmWheelbase1,437 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)236 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)190.5 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 RS 2018

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

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015

The Panigale 1299 S is a clear step forward from the old Panigale. Ducati fans who were not entirely satisfied with the previous model may now find their great love in the new machine. The many changes to the bike have made it stronger, faster and also a little more manoeuvrable. Fast and experienced riders who love 2-cylinders have no other choice anyway and will be happy. Traction control, engine electronics to control the engine brake and of course the electronic suspension from Öhlins are really good stuff. But even the new Panigale is not a motorbike with which not so nimble riders will find good times virtually on their own, like in the saddle of a BMW, for example. The Ducati has its own character, which not everyone likes, but which enchants Ducatisti to some extent.

Superb engine

great looks

great electronics package

fast lap times possible for Panigale connoisseurs and pros.

Very strenuous to drive

driving behaviour challenging for hobby pilots

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 RS vs Ducati 1299 Panigale S

Price BMW R 1200 RS

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