BMW R 1200 GS 2014 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2012

BMW R 1200 GS 2014

BMW R 1200 GS 2014

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2014 vs BMW R 1200 GS 2012

BMW R 1200 GS 2014

BMW R 1200 GS 2014

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2014 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2012

BMW R 1200 GS 2014
BMW R 1200 GS 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore101 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power110 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,700 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque120 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio12
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionStrut
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engineFrame typeLoad-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width110 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height80 %
LengthLength2,207 mmLength2,210 mm
WidthWidth953 mmWidth915 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,507 mmWheelbase1,507 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2014

BMW R 1200 GS 2014

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs BMW R 1200 GS

Price BMW R 1200 GS

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Price BMW R 1200 GS

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