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BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs. Yamaha FJR1300AE 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Yamaha FJR1300AE 2020

Yamaha FJR1300AE 2020

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Overview - BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs Yamaha FJR1300AE 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Yamaha FJR1300AE 2020

Yamaha FJR1300AE 2020

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS 2021 compared to Yamaha FJR1300AE 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2021
Yamaha FJR1300AE 2020
BMW R 1250 GS 2021
BMW R 1250 GS 2021
Yamaha FJR1300AE 2020
Yamaha FJR1300AE 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore102.5 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke66.2 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power144 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque134.4 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio10.8
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquid-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement1,298 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

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 diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,207 mmLength2,230 mm
WidthWidth952.5 mmWidth750 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,525 mmWheelbase1,545 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height805 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)249 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)291 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity25 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

The GS also impressed us with its versatility during the test in November 2021. We rode the bike on a wide variety of terrain and were once again very satisfied. The motorbike convinces in every situation with its easy handling and practicality. On the other hand, it can also be ridden delightfully irrationally.

Great ride comfort and great ergonomics

Powerful engine

Great connectivity app

Easy-to-read display

Confident feel in the saddle

Practical riding aids

Versatile chassis accommodates every route

Easy to ride

Rough overall appearance

gearshifts at low revs somewhat clumsy

Yamaha FJR1300AE 2020

Yamaha FJR1300AE 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 GS vs Yamaha FJR1300AE

Price BMW R 1250 GS

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Price Yamaha FJR1300AE

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