BMW R 1200 R 2015 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

BMW R 1200 R 2015

BMW R 1200 R 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

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Overview - BMW R 1200 R 2015 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

BMW R 1200 R 2015

BMW R 1200 R 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 R 2015 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

BMW R 1200 R 2015
Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore101 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power100 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque103 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque4,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio11.3
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeTwin-Spar

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,285 mm
WidthWidth880 mmWidth865 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,515 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)231 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)228 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 R 2015

BMW R 1200 R 2015

The predecessor was already able to be ridden in a sporty manner as well as convincing on tours, the new R 1200 R can do even more - thanks to the pannier system (of course at extra cost), travelling is still no problem, but it masters sport even better. Thanks to the now partially water-cooled boxer twin-cylinder engine, it is wonderfully agile - 125 hp may not seem like much on paper, but the engine pushes incredibly and behaves in a cultivated manner to boot. The chassis and brakes also score highly and the seating position is sporty and upright, covering a wide spectrum from wonderful fun to long-distance touring. Unfortunately, BMW also understands the trick with the surcharge list perfectly. The basic model is well equipped with ABS that can be deactivated, traction control that can also be deactivated and two driving modes, but many interesting gimmicks are almost obligatory - and of course drive the price way up.

Sporty look

powerful engine

good sound, comfortable seating position

ABS and traction control standard

two riding modes

Many cool features only available at extra cost

poorly readable rev counter

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

In the large enduro segment, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 occupies the position of the best value for money, yet you don't have to do without anything - even traction control and ABS come as standard. Excellent brakes, great comfort and a wonderfully powerful V-twin engine are ingredients that should appeal to almost everyone. The fact that it doesn't play in the top league with 100 hp is made up for by the wonderful power delivery, which ensures a relaxed climate on long journeys. Only the wind protection is not optimal with the original windshield; one should invest in the affordable, somewhat larger windshield.

Powerful engine

traction control as standard

very good brakes

taut yet comfortable chassis

great touring capability

complete instrumentation

Windshield creates turbulence on the head

the engine runs out of breath in the upper speed range

confusable look

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 R vs Suzuki V-Strom 1000

Price BMW R 1200 R

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