BMW R1200 R vs BMW R1200 GS

BikeWale brings you comparison of BMW R1200 R and BMW R1200 GS. The ex-showroom price of BMW R1200 R is ₹ 15,05,000 and BMW R1200 GS is ₹ 15,85,000. BMW R1200 R is available in 3 colours and BMW R1200 GS is available in 4 colours. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between BMW R1200 R and BMW R1200 GS.

R1200 R vs R1200 GS Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	R1200 R	R1200 GS
Price	₹ 15,05,000	₹ 15,85,000
Capacity	1170 cc	1170 cc
Power	124 bhp @ 7500 rpm	124 bhp @ 7750 rpm
Economy	--	--

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BMW
R1200 R

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Standard

Last known ex-showroom price
₹ 15,05,000

R1200 R has been discontinued.
BMW
R1200 GS

Version
Standard

Last known ex-showroom price
₹ 15,85,000

R1200 GS has been discontinued.
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R1200 R
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R1200 R has been discontinued.
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R1200 GS
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R1200 GS has been discontinued.
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	124 bhp @ 7,500 rpm	124 bhp @ 7,750 rpm
Max Torque	125 Nm @ 6,000 rpm	125 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Emission Standard	BS-IV	BS-IV
Displacement (cc)	1,170	1,170
Cylinders	2	2
Bore (mm)	101	101
Stroke (mm)	73	73
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	12.5 : 1	12.5 : 1
Ignition	Twin Spark Ignition	Twin spark ignition
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	2	2
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Transmission Type	Shaft Drive	Shaft Drive
Clutch	Single dry plate clutch, Hydraulically operated	Single dry plate clutch
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	18	20
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	3	4
Riding Range (Km) Maximum distance a petrol bike can travel on a full fuel tank and an electric bike can travel on a full charge	666	380
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	24	19
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl) BikeWale collects mileage information from bike owners to provide you with the actual mileage that you might get.	37	--
Top Speed (Kmph)	--	--

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension


Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	320	305
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	265	265
Calliper Type	Four-Piston Fixed Calipers	four-piston fixed calipers
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	19
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Front Tyre Size	120/70 ZR 17	110/80 R 19
Rear Tyre Size	180/55 ZR 17	150/70 R 17
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	Yes	Yes
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	stanchion diameter 41 mm, Central spring strut	BMW Motorrad Telelever
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm	Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	274	274
Overall Length (mm)	2,145	2,210
Overall Width (mm)	906	915
Overall Height (mm)	1,273	1,430
Wheelbase (mm)	1,495	1,507
Ground Clearance (mm)	185	185
Seat Height (mm)	800	840
Chassis Type	Two-section frame consisting	Two Section Frame

features


Odometer	Digital	Digital
DRLs (Daytime running lights)	--	--
Mobile App Connectivity	--	--
GPS & Navigation	--	--
Braking System CBS, IBS, SBT, UBS, HBS - Combined braking of both front and rear wheel \| ABS - Anti-lock braking system which can be just for front wheel (single channel) or both wheels (dual channel) or can be switched off (switchable) \| E-ABS - Electronic assisted braking system \| Standard - Cable operated	Switchable ABS	Switchable ABS
USB charging port	--	--
Front storage box	--	--
Under seat storage	--	--
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	--	--
Speedometer	Analogue	Analogue
Fuel Guage	Yes	Yes
Tachometer	Analogue	Analogue
Stand Alarm	Yes	Yes
Stepped Seat	No	Yes
No. of Tripmeters	2	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	Yes
Pillion Backrest	No	No
Pillion Grabrail	Yes	Yes
Pillion Seat	Yes	Yes
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes
Digital Fuel Guage	Yes	Yes
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Shift Light	No	Yes
Killswitch	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Electric System	12V DC	12V DC
Battery	12 V, 14 Ah	12 V / 14 Ah
Headlight Type	Halogen Bulb Type	Halogen Bulb Type
Headlight Bulb Type	H7 / LED	H7 / LED
Brake/Tail Light	LEd Tail Lamp	LED Tail Lamp
Turn Signal	Yes	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	--	--

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Ample torque throughout the rev range
- Features a host of electronic aids
- Impressive handling dynamics
- Excellent riding dynamics
- Loaded with top-class electronics
- Offers good off-road ability
Could be better
- Gearbox feels clunky during upshifts
- Mild vibrations at higher revs
- Instrument cluster feels outdated
- Quite expensive to buy
- Service network is limited
- Weight is on the heavier side

Colors


Available Colours	Cordoba Blue Light White Black	Racing Red Frozen Dark Blue Metallic Light White Black Storm Metallic / Black / Agate Grey

Reviews

Overall rating
4.7(11 ratings)
1 reviews
4.6(10 ratings)
1 reviews
Performance Parameters

Visual Appeal
5
5

Reliability
4
5

Performance
4
5

Service Experience
4
5

Reviews

Most recent

A good bike

It is a nice bike but mileage is very low it gives like 12kmpl it sounds great it goo

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Ride it

Ultimate riding pleasure , great comfort as we know bmw people take care of his custo

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Overall rating	4.7(11 ratings) 1 reviews	4.6(10 ratings) 1 reviews


Visual Appeal	5	5
Reliability	4	5
Performance	4	5
Service Experience	4	5

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