BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015 vs. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

The BMW R 1200 GS Adventure model year 2015 and the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure model year 2019 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 slightly higher engine power of 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, with the R 1200 GS Adventure having a displacement of 1170 ccm and the R 1250 GS Adventure having a displacement of 1254 ccm.

In terms of suspension, the R 1200 GS Adventure has a front suspension strut, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has a front suspension telelever. Both motorcycles have a single swing arm rear suspension. The chassis of both motorcycles is made of steel, with the R 1200 GS Adventure having a twin tube load-bearing engine frame and the R 1250 GS Adventure having a load-bearing engine frame.

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

The front brakes of both motorcycles are double disk type. In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both motorcycles have riding modes. The R 1250 GS Adventure also has additional advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, anti-slipping control, and ride by wire.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 170 mm. The R 1200 GS Adventure has a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has the same rear tire diameter. The wheelbase of the R 1200 GS Adventure is 1510 mm, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has a slightly shorter 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 has a slightly higher kerb weight of 268 kg. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of 30 liters.

In terms of strengths, the R 1200 GS Adventure has a powerful engine, is relatively easy to ride, has a 30-liter fuel tank, excellent ergonomics, and stable brakes. The R 1250 GS Adventure has great ride comfort, extreme range, good ergonomics, excellent weather protection, bulbous torque, clean response, and generally good rideability due to its low center of gravity. It also offers customisation options.

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

In terms of weaknesses, both motorcycles have a high weight, which can be noticeable in the braking zone. They also have a high price.

Overall, the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 offers some improvements over the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015, such as increased engine power, torque, and additional advanced rider assistance systems. However, both motorcycles have similar technical specifications and share many strengths and weaknesses.