BMW R 1200 GS 2008 vs. Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin DCT 2017

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin DCT 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin DCT 2017

Loading...

Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2008 vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin DCT 2017

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin DCT 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin DCT 2017

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2008 compared to Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin DCT 2017

BMW R 1200 GS 2008
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin DCT 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power100 HPEngine power95 HP
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,519 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity18.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

If you're a bit indecisive when buying a motorbike, and would prefer to have an egg-laying pillow, the 1200 is the best choice. In addition, the 1200 is the only true GS, namely the GS with a boxer engine and cardan drive.

Safe riding experience

ideal for longer rides

ESA

ASC

maintenance-free card drive, very comfortable.

High purchase price

high weight

high seat

unsuitable off-road

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin DCT 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin DCT 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin DCT

Price BMW R 1200 GS

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin DCT

Model year
Current average market prices

Alternative Comparisons

1000PS Partner

ChigeeContinental MotorradreifenMotorex AGcalimoto GmbH