BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012 vs. Kawasaki ZRX 1200 R 2006

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

Kawasaki ZRX 1200 R 2006

Kawasaki ZRX 1200 R 2006

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012 vs Kawasaki ZRX 1200 R 2006

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

Kawasaki ZRX 1200 R 2006

Kawasaki ZRX 1200 R 2006

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012 compared to Kawasaki ZRX 1200 R 2006

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012
Kawasaki ZRX 1200 R 2006

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power104 HPEngine power178 HP
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,199 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,510 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height910 mmSeat Height800 mm
Dry WeightDry Weight223 kgDry Weight194 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity33 lFuel Tank Capacity22 l
Top SpeedTop Speed200 km/hTop Speed299 km/h
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

You don't feel uncomfortable off-road with the GS, but it shouldn't be quite so rough for it either. The BMW scores the most points with its perfect ergonomics, superb brakes, tight chassis and unique boxer handling, complete with a deep, rasping soundtrack.

Successful wind protection

extremely comfortable ergonomics

optimal saddle

precise chassis

sharp sound.

Transmission could be smoother

engine power rather low.

Kawasaki ZRX 1200 R 2006

Kawasaki ZRX 1200 R 2006

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vs Kawasaki ZRX 1200 R

Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Kawasaki ZRX 1200 R

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