BMW R 1250 GS 2020 vs. Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob FXFB 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob FXFB 2020

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob FXFB 2020

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Overview - BMW R 1250 GS 2020 vs Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob FXFB 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob FXFB 2020

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob FXFB 2020

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS 2020 compared to Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob FXFB 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2020
Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob FXFB 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeV
BoreBore102.5 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke111.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power86 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,020 rpm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque145 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque3,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio10
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionBelt
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHV
CoolingCoolingliquid-airCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement1,745 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake62.9 degreeRake3 degree
TrailTrail109 mmTrail104 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width160 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height60 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width240 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height40 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,207 mmLength2,370 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,525 mmWheelbase1,665 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height675 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity18.9 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

The BMW R 1250 GS is the logical further development of the R 1200 GS - logical above all because one should not expect such a popular motorbike to be radically changed. Accordingly, the design has been changed cautiously, and the familiar options for the chassis and electronics have been retained. The new name R 1250 GS, however, promises a new engine - and it really is something! 136 hp at 7750 rpm and a whopping 143 Newton metres of maximum torque at 6250 rpm are an absolute blast! BMW has thus renovated the big GS almost perfectly: it remains clearly recognisable, has a little more electronics as standard, a still long list of surcharges (which customers like to tick from A to Z) and a now even better and more sovereign power plant - what more could you want?!

extremely high-torque boxer engine

good sound

comfortable seating position, suitable for long distances

stable braking performance

good weather protection

colour TFT display standard

LED headlights

Manageable standard equipment, long surcharge list

jagged appearance with little elegance

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob FXFB 2020

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob FXFB 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 GS vs Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob FXFB

Price BMW R 1250 GS

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Price Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob FXFB

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