BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs. Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

Overview - BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS 2021 compared to Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	102.5 mm	Bore	98 mm
Stroke	Stroke	76 mm	Stroke	79.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	136 HP	Engine power	112 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	143 Nm	Torque	117 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	11
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
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-air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,254 ccm	Displacement	1,199 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telelever	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Central tube

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	Wave

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,207 mm	Length	2,255 mm
Width	Width	952.5 mm	Width	980 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,525 mm	Wheelbase	1,540 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	845 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	249 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	261 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

The GS also impressed us with its versatility during the test in November 2021. We rode the bike on a wide variety of terrain and were once again very satisfied. The motorbike convinces in every situation with its easy handling and practicality. On the other hand, it can also be ridden delightfully irrationally.

Great ride comfort and great ergonomics

Powerful engine

Great connectivity app

Easy-to-read display

Confident feel in the saddle

Practical riding aids

Versatile chassis accommodates every route

Easy to ride

Rough overall appearance

gearshifts at low revs somewhat clumsy