BMW R 1200 GS 2018 vs. Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2018 vs Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2018 compared to Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

BMW R 1200 GS 2018
Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeV
BoreBore101 mmBore106 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke67.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power125 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,700 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque117 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio12
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,197 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,207 mmLength2,245 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,507 mmWheelbase1,565 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity24 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

The Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally is unmistakably the top model in the Capo range: a classy set of panniers, crash bars, engine guard, additional LED headlights and an extravagant set of spoke rims are incredibly pleasing to the eye. In terms of performance, the Rally with traction control, ABS and cruise control is not far removed from its "normal" Travel Pack sister. And the engine, with its 125 hp, is and remains a powerful companion that impresses above all with its throaty V2 sound and good power. You have to like the comfortable chassis - while fans of the hardcore league will turn up their noses, everyone else will enjoy the ingenious active chassis that smoothes out even the roughest knocks. The only thing standing in the way of off-road use is the road tyres; the front 19-inch wheel would certainly be happy to take on the odd off-road excursion with different tyres.

Powerful V2 engine with wonderful sound

very sensitive and comfortable chassis

large windshield

comfortable seating position

traction control and ABS as standard and can be switched off

performance modes

cruise control

LED auxiliary headlights

aluminium luggage set.

Chassis seems a little soft on good roads

engine has a quiet "chirp" between 3000 and 4000 revs

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally

Price BMW R 1200 GS

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Price Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally

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