BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vs BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vs BMW R 1250 GS Adventure side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: 2014-2018 and 2019-2024.

Key differences

SpecsBMW R 1200 GS AdventureBMW R 1250 GS Adventure
Years2014-20182019-2024
TypeAdventureAdventure
LicenceA onlyA only
Engine1170 cm³, 2 cyl.1254 cm³, 2 cyl.
Power92 kW / 125 hp100 kW / 136 hp
Weight260 kg (with fluids)268 kg (with fluids)
Seat height890 mm (low seat 860 mm)890 mm (low seat 870 mm)
ABSABSABS
Drive / gearboxshaft, manualshaft, manual
Tank30 l30 l
Fuel use6 l/100 km5.9 l/100 km
Range on one tank430 km440 km
Used price (estimate)£10,100 - £12,500£13,600 - £17,500

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BMW R 1200 GS Adventure: Weak points

  • Expensive parts
  • Tall seat: 850 mm or more - see "Will your feet reach the ground?"
  • Heavy: 230 kg or more

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure: Weak points

  • Expensive parts
  • Tall seat: 850 mm or more - see "Will your feet reach the ground?"
  • Heavy: 230 kg or more

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