BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2021 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2010

The BMW R nineT Urban G/S model year 2021 and the BMW R 1200 GS model year 2010 are both enduro motorcycles with similar technical specifications. They both have a Boxer engine with a bore of 101 mm and a stroke of 73 mm. The engine power of the R nineT Urban G/S is slightly lower at 109 HP compared to the R 1200 GS's 110 HP. The torque of the R nineT Urban G/S is also slightly lower at 116 Nm compared to the R 1200 GS's 120 Nm. Both motorcycles have a prop shaft transmission and 2 cylinders with a displacement of 1170 ccm.

In terms of suspension, the R nineT Urban G/S has an Upside-Down telescopic fork front suspension with compression, preload, and rebound adjustment. The rear suspension is a Paralever system with preload and rebound adjustment. On the other hand, the R 1200 GS has a strut front suspension with preload adjustment and a single swing arm rear suspension with preload adjustment.

BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2021

The chassis of the R nineT Urban G/S is a tubular, load-bearing engine frame, while the R 1200 GS has a load-bearing engine frame. Both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the R nineT Urban G/S has a rear tire width of 170 mm, a wheelbase of 1527 mm, a seat height of 850 mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 17 liters. The R 1200 GS, on the other hand, has a rear tire width of 110 mm, a wheelbase of 1507 mm, a seat height of 850 mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters.

The strengths of the R nineT Urban G/S include its characterful engine, improved standard equipment for 2021, neutral handling, high stability on tarmac, surprising off-road capability, great looks, and an enormous choice of accessories. On the other hand, the strengths of the R 1200 GS include its sporty look, being well equipped, and having enough storage space.

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

The weaknesses of the R nineT Urban G/S include turbulence due to the headlight fairing, an uncomfortable seat, and perhaps being too classy for tough off-road use. The weakness of the R 1200 GS is that the technology of the conversion takes some getting used to.

Overall, the BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2021 offers improved standard equipment and a more modern design compared to the BMW R 1200 GS 2010. However, both motorcycles have their own strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between them would depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.