BMW R 1200 GS 2018 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2018

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2018

Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2018 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2018

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2018

SMART PROTECTION WHEN YOU NEED IT

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2018 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2018

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2018

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	101 mm	Bore	100 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	66 mm
Engine power	Engine power	125 HP	Engine power	101 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,700 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	125 Nm	Torque	101 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	11.3
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,170 ccm	Displacement	1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Strut	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

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

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

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	2,280 mm
Width	Width	953 mm	Width	930 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,507 mm	Wheelbase	1,555 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	238 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	232 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2018

What the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 was already very good at before, the new V-Strom 1000 is also very good at: a well-balanced motorbike that does not shy away from a sporty riding style with good long-distance capability. Added to this are modern features such as ABS and Combined Brake System, which make riding even safer and faster. Suzuki takes criticism seriously, the windshield has been enlarged and, in line with the trend, the V-Strom 1000 is now also available in a slightly more off-road XT version with wire-spoke wheels, which not only increase stability but also the cool look - especially with the yellow paint. Besides all these advantages, the low price remains the absolute killer argument for the Suzuki V-Strom 1000.

Powerful engine

good brakes with ABS

Combined Brake System

traction control

stable and at the same time comfortable chassis

good wind protection

high suitability for touring

complete instruments including gear indicator

12 volt socket in the cockpit area

hand protectors and engine guard as standard

favourable price.

Noticeable set-up torque when braking in curves