BMW R 1250 GS Adventure vs BMW R1200GS

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure vs BMW R1200GS side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: 2019-2024 and 2013-2018.

Key differences

SpecsBMW R 1250 GS AdventureBMW R1200GS
Years2019-20242013-2018
TypeAdventureAdventure
LicenceA onlyA only
Engine1254 cm³, 2 cyl.1170 cm³, 2 cyl.
Power100 kW / 136 hp92 kW / 125 hp
Weight268 kg (with fluids)238 kg (with fluids)
Seat height890 mm (low seat 870 mm)850 mm (low seat 820 mm)
ABSABSABS
Drive / gearboxshaft, manualshaft, manual
Tank30 l20 l
Fuel use5.9 l/100 km5.4 l/100 km
Range on one tank440 km320 km
Used price (estimate)£13,600 - £17,500£9,500 - £12,300

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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

BMW R1200GS: Weak points

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

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