Suzuki Intruder M1800R 2017 vs. BMW R 1250 RS 2021

Suzuki Intruder M1800R 2017

BMW R 1250 RS 2021

Overview - Suzuki Intruder M1800R 2017 vs BMW R 1250 RS 2021

Suzuki Intruder M1800R 2017

BMW R 1250 RS 2021

Technical Specifications Suzuki Intruder M1800R 2017 compared to BMW R 1250 RS 2021

Suzuki Intruder M1800R 2017

BMW R 1250 RS 2021

Suzuki Intruder M1800R 2017

BMW R 1250 RS 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	112 mm	Bore	102.5 mm
Stroke	Stroke	90.5 mm	Stroke	76 mm
Engine power	Engine power	125 HP	Engine power	136 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,200 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	160 Nm	Torque	143 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,200 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.5	Compression Ratio	12.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Prop shaft
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	5	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid-air
Displacement	Displacement	1,783 ccm	Displacement	1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Travel	Travel	130 mm	Travel	140 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	118 mm	Travel	140 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	58.75 degree	Rake	62.3 degree
Trail	Trail	124 mm	Trail	110.8 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	275 mm	Diameter	276 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	18 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	240 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	40 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,480 mm	Length	2,202 mm
Width	Width	875 mm	Width	925 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,710 mm	Wheelbase	1,530 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	705 mm	Seat Height	820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki Intruder M1800R 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1250 RS 2021

A great engine in a pretty dress is not everything. The standard equipment of the BMW R 1250 RS is disappointing; neither quickshifter nor cruise control are included, which is no longer in keeping with the times in 2021. Ergonomically, the Bavarian can be adapted to almost any rider. The ESA suspension is great and a must-have extra, especially when there are two of you. In tight bends, the RS's weight is indisputable; here it seems almost sluggish. The wider the radii, the more confident you are on the BMW. Wind and weather protection are good, although a slightly higher windshield would be desirable.

High stability in long radii

agile, high-revving boxer engine

good looks

comfortable seating position

extensive list of accessories

great ESA chassis.

High weight noticeable in tight bends

windshield could be higher

many compulsory features at extra cost

somewhat sluggish