BMW R1250GS: specs and comparison
BMW R1250GS (Adventure, 2019-2023): 1254 cc engine, 100 kW / 136 hp, 249 kg (with fluids), seat height 850 mm. Licence: A only.
Also written as: BMW R 1250 GS
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BMW R1250GS2019-2023 · 1254 cm³ · 100 kW
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Specs
Version 2019-2023
| Years | 2019-2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Adventure |
| Licence | A only |
| Engine | 1254 cm³, 2 cyl. |
| Power | 100 kW / 136 hp |
| Weight | 249 kg (with fluids) |
| Seat height | 850 mm (low seat 820 mm) |
| ABS | ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | shaft, manual |
| Tank | 20 l |
| Fuel use | 5.4 l/100 km |
| Range on one tank | 320 km |
| Used price (estimate) | £11,500 - £14,100 |
Why it's worth it
- Comfortable riding position
- Stable on the motorway
- Holds its value well
- Good wind protection
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
What to check on a used one
- Service history: stamps and invoices
- Crash damage: bar ends, levers, footpegs, scratched covers
- Electrical connectors: corrosion, lights, switches
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Questions
Is the BMW R1250GS A2-legal?
No: 100 kW is over 70 kW, so it cannot be restricted for A2. It needs a full A licence.
What is the seat height of the BMW R1250GS?
850 mm (low seat 820 mm). Whether you reach the ground also depends on the seat width: the finder estimates it from your height and inseam.
How much does the BMW R1250GS weigh?
249 kg (with fluids).
What is the fuel use and range of the BMW R1250GS?
About 5.4 l/100 km; with the 20 l tank that is roughly 320 km before the reserve.
Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.