BMW R 1200 GS 2015 vs. BMW F 800 GS 2011
BMW R 1200 GS 2015
BMW F 800 GS 2011
Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2015 vs BMW F 800 GS 2011
The BMW R 1200 GS 2015 and the BMW F 800 GS 2011 are both enduro motorcycles manufactured by BMW, but they have several differences in terms of technical specifications and strengths.
Starting with the engine and drive train, the BMW R 1200 GS 2015 has a larger bore of 101 mm and stroke of 73 mm compared to the BMW F 800 GS 2011 with a bore of 82 mm and stroke of 75.6 mm. This results in the R 1200 GS having a more powerful engine with 125 HP compared to the F 800 GS with 86 HP. The R 1200 GS also has a higher torque of 125 Nm compared to the F 800 GS with 83 Nm. Additionally, the R 1200 GS has a transmission with a prop shaft, while the F 800 GS has a chain transmission.
BMW R 1200 GS 2015
In terms of suspension, the R 1200 GS has a front suspension with a strut design, while the F 800 GS has an upside-down telescopic fork. Both motorcycles have a rear suspension with a swing arm design. The chassis of both motorcycles is made of steel, but the R 1200 GS has a twin tube, load-bearing engine frame, while the F 800 GS has a tubular, load-bearing engine frame.
Both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front, providing good braking performance. The rear tire width of the R 1200 GS is 170 mm, while the F 800 GS has a rear tire width of 150 mm. The wheelbase of the R 1200 GS is 1507 mm, while the F 800 GS has a longer wheelbase of 1578 mm. The seat height of the R 1200 GS is 850 mm, which is lower than the F 800 GS with a seat height of 880 mm. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of 16 liters.
Considering the strengths of the R 1200 GS, it has a powerful engine, low fuel consumption, and a comfortable seating position. It is also capable of off-road use and has a high reputation. On the other hand, the F 800 GS has the advantage of being fully equipped with optional extras, giving it an imposing impression. It also has good workmanship and a pleasant chassis.
BMW F 800 GS 2011
In terms of weaknesses, the R 1200 GS has a long and expensive surcharge side, which may be a drawback for some buyers. The telelever front suspension of the R 1200 GS may take some getting used to, and the brakes are reported to be very sharp. On the other hand, there are no specific weaknesses mentioned for the F 800 GS.
In conclusion, the BMW R 1200 GS 2015 and the BMW F 800 GS 2011 have distinct differences in terms of technical specifications and strengths. The R 1200 GS offers a more powerful engine and lower fuel consumption, while the F 800 GS is fully equipped and has good workmanship. Both motorcycles have their own advantages and weaknesses, and the choice between them ultimately depends on the preferences and needs of the rider.
Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2015 compared to BMW F 800 GS 2011
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
BMW R 1200 GS 2015
A GS is at home almost anywhere - but only to a limited extent on the racetrack. It's a pleasure to feel the power of the partially water-cooled boxer twin cylinder on the exit of the bend - 125 hp only seems much weaker on paper than 150 or even 160 hp on the competition. With 125 Newton metres of torque, the acceleration from the bottom is superb anyway and the GS, at 238 kilos ready to ride, does not carry too much flab despite its bulky appearance. In very tight corners, the low centre of gravity also has a positive effect - the BMW R 1200 GS is very hard to crack! Even the front telelever suspension, which suppresses the front wheel's tendency to sink in when braking, fits perfectly into the overall package on the GS and can only slightly detract from its sporty character.
BMW F 800 GS 2011
Fully equipped with special equipment from Touratech, the BMW looked very imposing and gave the impression of a real, masculine adventurer's motorbike. Headlight grille, engine guard, grippy, wider footrests, and much more hopefully deceived many eyewitnesses about the same-sex partnership on the breathable comfort seat.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs BMW F 800 GS
There are a few key differences between a BMW R 1200 GS 2015 and a BMW F 800 GS 2011. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 47. It takes less time to sell a BMW F 800 GS with 46 days compared to 66 days for the BMW R 1200 GS. Since model year 2005 1000PS.de editors have written 98 reviews for the BMW R 1200 GS and 22 reviews for the BMW F 800 GS since model year 2008. The first review for the BMW R 1200 GS was published on 1/20/2004 and now has more than 19,100 views. This compares to more than 32,600 views for the first review on BMW F 800 GS published on 11/7/2007.
