BMW R 1250 GS 2022 vs. Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2022

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Overview - BMW R 1250 GS 2022 vs Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2022

The BMW R 1250 GS 2022 and the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2022 are both powerful and capable enduro motorcycles. However, they have some key differences in terms of their technical specifications and strengths.

The BMW R 1250 GS 2022 is equipped with a Boxer engine that delivers 136 HP of power and 143 Nm of torque. It has a displacement of 1254 ccm and features a prop shaft transmission. The bike has a comfortable seating position suitable for long distances and offers great ergonomics. It also has a sophisticated operating concept and offers many customization options. The handling of the R 1250 GS is great, with strong confidence in the front and easy driveability. Additionally, it has advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, anti-slipping control, hill start assist, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. The BMW R 1250 GS has a front suspension with a diameter of 37 mm and a travel of 190 mm, while the rear suspension has a travel of 200 mm. The bike has a steel frame and weighs 249 kg with ABS. It has a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters and a range of 421 km. The combined fuel consumption is 4.75 l/100km. The R 1250 GS is equipped with cornering lights, LED headlights, and an adjustable windscreen.

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

On the other hand, the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2022 features an in-line engine that produces 150 HP of power and 130 Nm of torque. It has a displacement of 1160 ccm and also uses a prop shaft transmission. The bike has a relaxed ergonomics and offers good wind protection. It is equipped with state-of-the-art electronics and extensive equipment, including Bluetooth, connectivity, heated grips, keyless system, cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, TFT display, and an adjustable windscreen. The Tiger 1200 Rally PRO has a front suspension with a diameter of 49 mm and a travel of 220 mm, while the rear suspension also has a travel of 220 mm. It has a steel frame and weighs 249 kg with ABS. The fuel tank capacity is 20 liters, and the range is 392 km. The combined fuel consumption is 5.1 l/100km. The bike is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as hill start assist, electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, shift assistant with blipper, cruise control, and traction control.

In terms of strengths, the BMW R 1250 GS offers an extremely torquey boxer engine, a comfortable seating position suitable for long distances, and great app integration. It has a sophisticated operating concept and great ergonomics. The bike also has many customization options and offers great handling with strong confidence in the front. It is easy to drive and maneuver.

On the other hand, the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO offers pleasant and relaxed ergonomics, good wind protection, and state-of-the-art electronics. It has extensive equipment, including Bluetooth, connectivity, heated grips, and a keyless system. The bike also has very powerful brakes and a finely responsive, semi-active chassis. It features a quick-shifting quickshifter.

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2022

However, both motorcycles have their weaknesses. The BMW R 1250 GS has 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. On the other hand, the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO's engine does not run quite cleanly below 3000 revs, the large TFT display could be better utilized, and it has load change reactions at low revs. Additionally, the seat height is very high for short-legged pilots.

In conclusion, the BMW R 1250 GS 2022 and the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2022 are both capable enduro motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The BMW R 1250 GS offers a torquey engine and great customization options, while the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO provides a relaxed ergonomics and extensive equipment. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS 2022 compared to Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022
Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore102.5 mmBore90 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke60.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power150 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque130 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio13.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquid-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement1,160 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter37 mmDiameter49 mm
TravelTravel190 mmTravel220 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel200 mmTravel220 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeTubular
RakeRake62.9 degreeRake66.3 degree
TrailTrail109 mmTrail112 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter305 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter276 mmDiameter282 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

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 SystemsHill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 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 diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,207 mmLength2,270 mm
WidthWidth952.5 mmWidth982 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,525 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height875 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to870 mmSeat Height up to895 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)249 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)249 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange421 kmRange392 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions110 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions119 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.75 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.1 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentCornering lights, LED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, Heated grips, Keyless System, Cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

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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Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2022

The Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro is a true touring enduro and has a lot to offer. A comfortable, relaxed riding position, good wind protection, ample equipment and real travel suitability. Unlike the competition in the upper class of adventure bikes, however, it unfortunately lacks that certain "wow factor", that unique selling point that BMW GS, Ducati Multistrada V4 or KTM Super Adventure can boast. The Tiger 1200 Rally Pro has no remarkable smoothness, no extremely agile handling or brute engine, but it is well-balanced. However, there is still room for improvement in some areas, especially in the smoothness in the lower rev range. However, the basis is good and well-balanced, and the fine-tuning will hopefully come in the following model years.

Pleasant, relaxed ergonomics

Good wind protection

State-of-the-art electronics

Extensive equipment

Very powerful brakes

Finely responsive, semi-active chassis

Ok range

Quick-shifting quickshifter

Engine does not run quite cleanly below 3000 revs

Large TFT display could be better used

Load change reactions at low revs

Very high for short-legged pilots

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 GS vs Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO

There are a few key differences between a BMW R 1250 GS 2022 and a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R 1250 GS 2022 is about 11% higher. A BMW R 1250 GS 2022 experiences a loss of 660 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 990 USD for a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2022. Compared to Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2022 there are more BMW R 1250 GS 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 36 compared to 14. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1250 GS with 50 days compared to 145 days for a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 50 reviews for the BMW R 1250 GS and 9 reviews for the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO since model year 2022. 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 62,100 views for the first review on Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO published on 12/7/2021.

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