BMW R1300GS vs Triumph Tiger 1200

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

Key differences

SpecsBMW R1300GSTriumph Tiger 1200
Yearssince 2024since 2022
TypeAdventureAdventure
LicenceA onlyA only
Engine1300 cm³, 2 cyl.1160 cm³, 3 cyl.
Power107 kW / 145 hp110 kW / 150 hp
Weight237 kg (with fluids)246 kg (with fluids)
Seat height850 mm (low seat 800 mm)850 mm (low seat 830 mm)
ABSABSABS
Drive / gearboxshaft, manualshaft, manual
Tank19 l20 l
Fuel use5.3 l/100 km5.9 l/100 km
Range on one tank310 km290 km
Used price (estimate)£14,300 - £16,300£14,100 - £17,900

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BMW R1300GS: Weak points

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

Triumph Tiger 1200: 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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