BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014 vs. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014 vs BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023

The BMW R 1200 GS Adventure model year 2014 and the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure model year 2023 are both enduro motorcycles with similar technical specifications. They both have a Boxer engine type, with the R 1200 GS Adventure having a bore of 101 mm and a stroke of 73 mm, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has a slightly larger bore of 102.5 mm and stroke of 76 mm. The engine power of the R 1200 GS Adventure is 125 HP, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has a more powerful engine with 136 HP. The torque of the R 1200 GS Adventure is 125 Nm, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has a higher torque of 143 Nm.

Both motorcycles have a prop shaft transmission and 2 cylinders. The displacement of the R 1200 GS Adventure is 1170 ccm, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has a larger displacement of 1254 ccm. In terms of suspension, the R 1200 GS Adventure has a front suspension strut and a single swing arm rear suspension. The R 1250 GS Adventure, on the other hand, has a front suspension Telelever and a single swing arm rear suspension.

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

Both motorcycles have a steel frame, with the R 1200 GS Adventure having a twin tube load-bearing engine frame type, and the R 1250 GS Adventure having a load-bearing engine frame type. The front brakes of both motorcycles are double disk type. In terms of assistance systems, the R 1200 GS Adventure has riding modes, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has additional advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, anti-slipping control, hill start assist, suspension electronically adjustable, cornering ABS, and ride by wire.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a 19-inch front tyre diameter and a 170 mm rear tyre width. The R 1200 GS Adventure has a 17-inch rear tyre diameter, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has the same rear tyre diameter. The wheelbase of the R 1200 GS Adventure is 1510 mm, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has a slightly smaller wheelbase of 1504 mm. The seat height of the R 1200 GS Adventure is 910 mm, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has a lower seat height of 890 mm. The kerb weight of the R 1200 GS Adventure with ABS is 260 kg, while the R 1250 GS Adventure is slightly heavier with a kerb weight of 268 kg. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of 30 liters.

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023

In terms of strengths, the R 1200 GS Adventure 2014 is praised for being easy to ride, having a 33-litre tank, good ergonomics, and reliable brakes. On the other hand, the R 1250 GS Adventure 2023 has a high-torque engine that accelerates strongly from low revs, a low center of gravity that ensures surprisingly accessible maneuverability, practical details for frequent riders on board, a gigantic range of 600 km, low consumption, good wind and weather protection, great ride comfort, a powerful engine, great electronics, an easy-to-read display, a confident feeling in the saddle, practical riding aids, and great ergonomics for tall people.

As for weaknesses, the R 1200 GS Adventure 2014 does not have any listed weaknesses. However, the R 1250 GS Adventure 2023 is noted to have a high weight, somewhat clumsy gearshifts at low revs, a jagged appearance with little elegance, and being high-priced with full equipment.

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014 compared to BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore101 mmBore102.5 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke76 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio12.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionTelelever

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSingle swing arm

Chassis

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

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRiding modesAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire

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
LengthLength2,255 mmLength2,270 mm
WidthWidth980 mmWidth980 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,510 mmWheelbase1,504 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height910 mmSeat Height890 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)260 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)268 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity30 lFuel Tank Capacity30 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

In the last 30 years of its development, the GS has learned everything you need to know to remain the best-selling motorbike over 500 cubic metres for years - worldwide!

easy to ride

33-litre tank

ergonomics

brakes

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BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023

The big GS Adventure is and remains a great motorbike for any terrain - even for tight corners. The low centre of gravity of the boxer engine, the longitudinally mounted crankshaft, the upright seating position and the powerful but easily controllable torque from far below are simply a force. Although the Adventure version has a higher seat with more weight, which is a decisive hindrance when turning or manoeuvring, in terms of performance the engine also has so much punch in the big GS Adventure that you can let it rip. The BMW's braking system is stable and excellently controllable, and the equipment and electronics can be upgraded considerably - as long as you tick the boxes on the order list. Of course, this pushes up the price, but the many fans of the fat GS Adventure obviously don't mind.

High-torque engine that accelerates strongly from low revs

low centre of gravity ensures surprisingly accessible manoeuvrability

practical details for frequent riders on board

gigantic range of 600 km

amazingly low consumption

good wind and weather protection

great ride comfort

powerful engine

great electronics

easy-to-read display

confident feeling in the saddle

practical riding aids

great ergonomics for tall people.

High weight

gearshifts at low revs somewhat clumsy

jagged appearance with little elegance

high-priced with full equipment

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vs BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

There are a few key differences between a BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014 and a BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023 is about 64% higher. Compared to BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023 there are less BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 10 compared to 47. With 64 days it takes the same amount of time to sell a BMW R 1200 GS Adventure or a BMW R 1250 GS Adventure. Since model year 2006 1000PS.de editors have written 35 reviews for the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure and 30 reviews for the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure since model year 2019. The first review for the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure was published on 11/28/2005 and now has more than 12,900 views. This compares to more than 43,300 views for the first review on BMW R 1250 GS Adventure published on 11/6/2018.

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