BMW R1300GS vs Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro

BMW R1300GS vs Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: since 2024 and 2022-2026.

Key differences

SpecsBMW R1300GSTriumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro
Yearssince 20242022-2026
TypeAdventureAdventure
LicenceFull A onlyFull A only
Engine1300 cc, 2 cyl.1160 cc, 3 cyl.
Power107 kW / 143 bhp110.4 kW / 148 bhp (best value)
Torque149 Nm at 6500 rpm130 Nm at 7000 rpm
Weight237 kg (kerb weight), also with ASA (best value)250 kg (kerb weight)
Seat height850 mm (low seat 800 mm)875 mm (low seat 855 mm)
Suspension travelfront 190 mm, rear 200 mmfront 220 mm, rear 220 mm
Max load227 kg (rider, passenger, luggage)no data
ABSABSABS
Drive / gearboxshaft, manualshaft, manual
Tank19 l20 l (best value)
Fuel use53 mpg (5.3 l/100 km) (best value)51 mpg (5.5 l/100 km)
Range on one tank195 miles200 miles (best value)
New price (official German list, converted)£17,200-
Used price (estimate)£13,600 - £15,500£14,900 - £18,800

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BMW R1300GS: Watch out

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

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro: Watch out

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

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