BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2022
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019
BMW R 1250 GS 2022
Overview - BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 vs BMW R 1250 GS 2022
The BMW R 1250 GS Adventure model year 2019 and the BMW R 1250 GS model year 2022 are both powerful enduro motorcycles with similar technical specifications. They both have a Boxer engine with a bore of 102.5 mm and a stroke of 76 mm, producing 136 HP of engine power and 143 Nm of torque. They also have an electric starter and a prop shaft transmission. The engine displacement is 1254 ccm and they both have 2 cylinders.
In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have a Telelever front suspension with a diameter of 37 mm. However, the 2019 Adventure model has a front suspension travel of 210 mm, while the 2022 GS model has a slightly reduced front suspension travel of 190 mm. Both motorcycles have a single swing arm rear suspension with a monoshock, but the rear suspension travel is 220 mm for the 2019 Adventure model and 200 mm for the 2022 GS model. Both motorcycles offer preload and rebound adjustment for the suspension.
The chassis of both motorcycles is made of steel and has a load-bearing engine frame. The rake angle is 65.1 degrees for the 2019 Adventure model and 62.9 degrees for the 2022 GS model. The trail is 95.4 mm for the 2019 Adventure model and 109 mm for the 2022 GS model.
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019
In terms of braking, both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front. The 2022 GS model offers additional advanced rider assistance systems, including hill start assist, cornering ABS, and traction control. Both motorcycles have a front tyre diameter of 19 inches and a rear tyre width of 170 mm, with a rear tyre diameter of 17 inches.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the wheelbase is slightly longer for the 2022 GS model at 1525 mm compared to 1504 mm for the 2019 Adventure model. The seat height is lower for the 2022 GS model at 850 mm compared to 890 mm for the 2019 Adventure model. The seat height can be adjusted up to 870 mm for the 2022 GS model and up to 910 mm for the 2019 Adventure model. The kerb weight with ABS is lower for the 2022 GS model at 249 kg compared to 268 kg for the 2019 Adventure model. The fuel tank capacity is also smaller for the 2022 GS model at 20 liters compared to 30 liters for the 2019 Adventure model.
BMW R 1250 GS 2022
In terms of equipment, both motorcycles have LED headlights and an adjustable windscreen. The 2022 GS model offers additional cornering lights and has integrated app integration and a sophisticated operating concept.
The strengths of the 2019 Adventure model include great ride comfort, extreme range, good ergonomics, excellent weather protection, bulbous torque, clean response, and generally good rideability due to its low center of gravity. It also offers customization options. The weaknesses of the 2019 Adventure model include its high weight, which is noticeable in the braking zone, and its high price.
The strengths of the 2022 GS model include its extremely torquey boxer engine, comfortable seating position suitable for long distances, great app integration, sophisticated operating concept, great ergonomics, and many customization options. It also offers great handling with strong confidence in the front and easy driveability. The weaknesses of the 2022 GS model include awkward shifting at low revs, a seat that is too lax, and brakes and suspension that are no longer on par with the strong competition.
Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2022
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019
The all-purpose weapon from Bavaria that can also handle ambitious off-road rides with ease. Thanks to an extra 2 centimetres of suspension travel and 10 litres more fuel in the tank, no tour is too far and no challenge too great. The comparatively low centre of gravity helps with handling and the more powerful engine brings it much closer to the normal R 1250 GS in terms of riding dynamics. In the new 1250 model generation, it offers not only the revised engine, which brings even better rideability, but also a plus in standard equipment and safety. The fiercest competitor for the Adventure is nevertheless lurking in its own house, because even the conventional, less expensive GS is already a fine all-rounder.
BMW R 1250 GS 2022
The BMW R 1250 GS presents itself as a very complete motorbike even in 2022. Confident and well-balanced, it convinces on intensive rides. The motorbike scores points with its wonderful engine, great ergonomics and practical riding aids including great app integration. However, in direct comparison with other touring enduros in the top league, it is now showing its first weaknesses in terms of equipment and the components installed. However, the 136 hp from the boxer engine is convincing in every situation.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 GS Adventure vs BMW R 1250 GS
There are a few key differences between a BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 and a BMW R 1250 GS 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R 1250 GS 2022 is about 4% higher. A BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 experiences a loss of 780 GBP in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 660 GBP for a BMW R 1250 GS 2022. Compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2022 there are less BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 24 compared to 36. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1250 GS with 50 days compared to 51 days for the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 30 reviews for the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure and 50 reviews for the BMW R 1250 GS since model year 2019. The first review for the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure was published on 06/11/2018 and now has more than 43,300 views. This compares to more than 305,600 views for the first review on BMW R 1250 GS published on 19/09/2018.
