BMW R 1250 GS 2022 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

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Overview - BMW R 1250 GS 2022 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

The BMW R 1250 GS 2022 is equipped with a boxer engine that delivers exceptional torque. With a displacement of 1254ccm, it generates a powerful 136 HP and 143 Nm of torque. The engine is started with an electric starter and the power is transmitted to the wheels through a prop shaft transmission. The bike features a two-cylinder configuration and has a bore of 102.5 mm and a stroke of 76 mm.

In terms of suspension, the BMW R 1250 GS 2022 is equipped with a telelever front suspension with a diameter of 37 mm and a travel of 190 mm. The front suspension can be adjusted for preload. The rear suspension consists of a single swing arm with a monoshock absorber and has a travel of 200 mm. The rear suspension can be adjusted for preload and rebound.

The chassis of the BMW R 1250 GS 2022 is made of steel and has a load-bearing engine frame type. It has a rake of 62.9 degrees and a trail of 109 mm. The bike is equipped with double disk brakes at the front and features advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, anti-slipping control, hill start assist, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control.

The dimensions and weights of the BMW R 1250 GS 2022 include a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 170 mm with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase measures 1525 mm and the seat height is 850 mm. The kerb weight, including ABS, is 249 kg and the fuel tank capacity is 20 liters. The bike has a range of 421 km and a combined fuel consumption of 4.75 l/100km.

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 is equipped with a V engine type with a displacement of 1037ccm. It generates 107 HP and 100 Nm of torque. The engine is started with an electric starter and the power is transmitted to the wheels through a chain transmission. Similar to the BMW R 1250 GS, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 has a two-cylinder configuration with a bore of 100 mm and a stroke of 66 mm.

In terms of suspension, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 features an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with a diameter of 43 mm and a travel of 160 mm. The front suspension can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension consists of a swing arm with a monoshock absorber and has a travel of 160 mm. The rear suspension can be adjusted for preload and rebound.

The chassis of the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 is made of aluminum and has a twin tube frame type. It has a rake of 64.7 degrees and a trail of 109 mm. The bike is equipped with double disk brakes at the front and features advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, ride by wire, and traction control.

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

The dimensions and weights of the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 include a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 150 mm with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase measures 1555 mm and the seat height is 855 mm. The kerb weight, including ABS, is 236 kg and the fuel tank capacity is 20 liters. The bike has a range of 416 km and a combined fuel consumption of 4.8 l/100km.

In terms of strengths, the BMW R 1250 GS 2022 stands out with its extremely torquey boxer engine, comfortable seating position suitable for long distances, great app integration, sophisticated operating concept, and great ergonomics. It also offers many customization options and has great handling with strong confidence in the front, making it easy to drive.

On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 excels with its powerful motor, high-quality electronics package, excellent ergonomics, lavish standard equipment, and intuitive operation of the electronics. It also provides long-distance comfort, excellent wind and weather protection, and good tire fitment. Additionally, it features a successful retro look.

However, the BMW R 1250 GS 2022 has some weaknesses, including awkward shifting at low revs, a seat that is too lax, and brakes and suspension that are no longer on par with the strong competition. The Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023, on the other hand, has a high weight and the ABS cannot be switched off or deactivated at the rear.

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS 2022 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2022
Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeV
BoreBore102.5 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power107 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque100 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquid-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter37 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel190 mmTravel160 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel200 mmTravel160 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake62.9 degreeRake64.7 degree
TrailTrail109 mmTrail109 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter305 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter276 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,207 mmLength2,265 mm
WidthWidth952.5 mmWidth870 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,525 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height855 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)249 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)236 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange421 kmRange416 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions110 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions112 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.75 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.8 l/100km
Stationary noiseStationary noise88 dBStationary noise88 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

The BMW R 1250 GS presents itself as a very complete motorbike even in 2022. Confident and well-balanced, it convinces on intensive rides. The motorbike scores points with its wonderful engine, great ergonomics and practical riding aids including great app integration. However, in direct comparison with other touring enduros in the top league, it is now showing its first weaknesses in terms of equipment and the components installed. However, the 136 hp from the boxer engine is convincing in every situation.

Extremely torquey boxer engine

Comfortable seating position, suitable for long distances

Great app integration

Sophisticated operating concept

Great ergonomics

Many customisation options

Great handling with strong confidence in the front

Easy driveability.

Shifting is awkward at low revs

seat too lax

brakes and suspension no longer on a par with the strong competition.

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Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

With the revision and expansion of the 1050 models, Suzuki now has the right big V-Strom for everyone. Those who know from the outset that they will stay almost exclusively on the road will find the standard model a reliable travel companion or even a buddy for all days; those who want to limit themselves less in their choice of routes and also want to ride regularly on unpaved terrain will now find the DE a good choice. The main argument, however, remains this engine, which with its 107 hp and above all its rich torque leaves hardly anything to be desired.

powerful motor

high-quality electronics package

excellent ergonomics

lavish standard equipment

intuitive operation of the electronics

long-distance comfort

excellent wind and weather protection

good tyre fitment

successful retro look

High weight

ABS cannot be switched off or deactivated at the rear

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 GS vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050

There are a few key differences between a BMW R 1250 GS 2022 and a Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R 1250 GS 2022 is about 61% higher. Compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 there are less BMW R 1250 GS 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 36 compared to 38. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1250 GS with 50 days compared to 80 days for a Suzuki V-Strom 1050. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 50 reviews for the BMW R 1250 GS and 10 reviews for the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 since model year 2020. The first review for the BMW R 1250 GS was published on 9/19/2018 and now has more than 305,600 views. This compares to more than 104,400 views for the first review on Suzuki V-Strom 1050 published on 1/30/2020.

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