BMW R 1200 R 2015 vs. BMW S 1000 R 2016
BMW R 1200 R 2015
BMW S 1000 R 2016
Overview - BMW R 1200 R 2015 vs BMW S 1000 R 2016
The BMW R 1200 R 2015 and the BMW S 1000 R 2016 are both naked bikes from BMW, but they have some notable differences in their technical specifications and strengths.
Starting with the BMW R 1200 R 2015, it is powered by a Boxer engine with a displacement of 1170cc. It produces 125 horsepower and 125 Nm of torque. The bike has a two-cylinder configuration and a steel frame. The front suspension is a telescopic fork, while the rear suspension is a Paralever system. The front brakes are double disk with four pistons, and the bike has a radial technology. The front tire has a width of 120mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 180mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1515mm, and the seat height is 790mm. The bike has a kerb weight of 231kg with ABS and a fuel tank capacity of 18 liters.
BMW R 1200 R 2015
On the other hand, the BMW S 1000 R 2016 is equipped with an in-line engine with a displacement of 999cc. It delivers a higher power output of 160 horsepower, but a slightly lower torque of 112 Nm. The engine configuration consists of four cylinders, and the bike features an aluminum frame with a twin tube design. The front suspension is an upside-down telescopic fork, while the rear suspension is a swing arm system. The front brakes are also double disk with four pistons and radial technology. The front tire has the same width and diameter as the R 1200 R, but the rear tire is wider at 190mm. The wheelbase is shorter at 1439mm, and the seat height is higher at 814mm. The bike has a kerb weight of 207kg with ABS and a fuel tank capacity of 17.5 liters.
In terms of strengths, the BMW R 1200 R 2015 has a sporty look and a powerful engine. It also offers a good sound and a comfortable seating position. The bike comes with ABS and traction control as standard, and it has two riding modes for added versatility.
On the other hand, the BMW S 1000 R 2016 boasts a powerful and well-controllable engine. It also features a powerful braking system and a comfortable seating position.
BMW S 1000 R 2016
However, both bikes have their weaknesses. The BMW R 1200 R 2015 has many cool features that are only available at an extra cost, and its rev counter is poorly readable. The BMW S 1000 R 2016, on the other hand, has irresistible but expensive optional extras and a hard chassis.
In conclusion, the BMW R 1200 R 2015 and the BMW S 1000 R 2016 are both impressive naked bikes from BMW, but they have distinct differences in their technical specifications and strengths. It ultimately comes down to personal preference and priorities when choosing between these two models.
Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 R 2015 compared to BMW S 1000 R 2016
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
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.
BMW S 1000 R 2016
With the BMW S 1000 R, you notice both the close relationship to the S 1000 RR superbike and the endeavour to equip the machine with a high degree of comfort for country roads and everyday use. Accordingly, the 1000cc four-cylinder power unit is brute and yet easily controllable, and the seating position is correspondingly sporty and comfortable. The fact that the S 1000 R is one of the most affordable power naked bikes is surprising and very pleasing, although one must not get hold of the list of optional extras - because thanks to the many irresistible features, it will certainly be more expensive.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 R vs BMW S 1000 R
There are a few key differences between a BMW R 1200 R 2015 and a BMW S 1000 R 2016. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW S 1000 R 2016 is about 6% higher. A BMW R 1200 R 2015 experiences a loss of 990 GBP in one year and 630 GBP in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 390 GBP and 1,960 GBP for a BMW S 1000 R 2016. Compared to BMW S 1000 R 2016 there are more BMW R 1200 R 2015 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 23 compared to 10. With 69 days it takes the same amount of time to sell a BMW R 1200 R or a BMW S 1000 R. Since model year 2007 1000PS.de editors have written 27 reviews for the BMW R 1200 R and 62 reviews for the BMW S 1000 R since model year 2014. The first review for the BMW R 1200 R was published on 07/07/2006 and now has more than 14,900 views. This compares to more than 17,300 views for the first review on BMW S 1000 R published on 03/11/2013.
