BMW R 1200 GS 2012 vs. Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2012
BMW R 1200 GS 2012
Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2012
Vue d’ensemble - BMW R 1200 GS 2012 vs Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2012
The BMW R 1200 GS 2012 and the Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2012 are both enduro motorcycles that offer different features and specifications.
Starting with the engine and drivetrain, the BMW R 1200 GS has a bore of 101 mm and a stroke of 73 mm, while the Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer has a smaller bore of 81 mm and a stroke of 60 mm. In terms of power, the Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer has a higher engine power of 129 HP compared to the BMW R 1200 GS's 110 HP. The torque is also higher in the Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer with 126 Nm compared to the BMW R 1200 GS's 120 Nm. Both motorcycles have a prop shaft transmission.
In terms of suspension, the BMW R 1200 GS has a front suspension with a strut design and preload adjustment, while the Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with preload and rebound adjustment. Both motorcycles have a single swing arm rear suspension with preload and rebound adjustment.
BMW R 1200 GS 2012
In terms of chassis, the BMW R 1200 GS has a load-bearing engine frame type, while the Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer has a twin tube frame type.
Both motorcycles have double disk front brakes and similar rear tire width, with the BMW R 1200 GS having a rear tire width of 110 mm and the Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer having a rear tire width of 150 mm.
Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2012
In terms of dimensions and weights, the Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1595 mm compared to the BMW R 1200 GS's 1507 mm. Both motorcycles have the same seat height of 850 mm. The Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 21.5 l compared to the BMW R 1200 GS's 20 l.
In terms of strengths, the BMW R 1200 GS offers optimal wind protection, a comfortable seat, good posture, positive ergonomics, and a weather-robust design. It also has a quiet chassis. On the other hand, the Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer offers a pleasant ride, useful electronics, a great engine, powerful brakes, ABS, and a strong engine.
However, both motorcycles have their weaknesses. The BMW R 1200 GS's only weakness is that the seat is a little too low. On the other hand, the Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer has a high weight, a rocking effect of the gimbal, a sluggish traction point, and a low, difficult to adjust windshield.
Caractéristiques techniques BMW R 1200 GS 2012 par rapport à Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2012
Avantages et inconvénients en comparaison
Avantages et inconvénients en comparaison
BMW R 1200 GS 2012
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Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2012
Le successeur de la Varadero, habituée au succès, était attendu depuis longtemps, il est enfin là. Les ingénieurs Honda ont apparemment mis dans ce modèle haut de gamme tout ce qui était disponible en matière de haute technologie, boîte à double embrayage, ABS combiné et contrôle de traction.
Comparaison des prix Prix moyen du marché BMW R 1200 GS vs Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer
There are a few key differences between a BMW R 1200 GS 2012 and a Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2012. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R 1200 GS 2012 is about 36% higher. A BMW R 1200 GS 2012 experiences a loss of 570 USD in one year and 820 USD in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 370 USD and 1,500 USD for a Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2012. Compared to Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2012 there are more BMW R 1200 GS 2012 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 23 compared to 7. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1200 GS with 58 days compared to 79 days for a Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer. Since model year 2005 1000PS.de editors have written 98 reviews for the BMW R 1200 GS and 12 reviews for the Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer since model year 2012. The first review for the BMW R 1200 GS was published on 1/20/2004 and now has more than 19,100 views. This compares to more than 7,300 views for the first review on Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer published on 11/7/2011.
