Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 vs. BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

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Overview - Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

The Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 and the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012 are both powerful enduro motorcycles that offer a thrilling riding experience.

In terms of engine specifications, the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser has a bore of 98 mm and a stroke of 79.5 mm, while the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure has a slightly larger bore of 101 mm and a shorter stroke of 73 mm. The Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser has a higher engine power of 110 HP compared to the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure's 104 HP. However, the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure has a higher torque of 115 Nm compared to the Yamaha's 114.1 Nm. Both motorcycles have a prop shaft transmission and a displacement of around 1200 ccm.

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

In terms of suspension, the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser features a telescopic fork front suspension, while the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure has a strut front suspension. Both motorcycles have a double disk front brake system and a rear tire width of 150 mm.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1540 mm compared to the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure's 1510 mm. The seat height of the Yamaha is 845 mm, while the BMW has a higher seat height of 910 mm. The BMW R 1200 GS Adventure also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 33 liters compared to the Yamaha's 23 liters.

The Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser's strengths lie in its powerful engine, pleasant and comfortable chassis, off-road resistance, and good design. On the other hand, it has weaknesses in its unsporting brake system and relatively high weight.

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

The BMW R 1200 GS Adventure excels in wind protection, offering successful aerodynamics, and has extremely comfortable ergonomics with an optimal saddle. It also has a precise chassis and a sharp sound. However, it has weaknesses in its transmission, which could be smoother, and its engine power, which is relatively low compared to the Yamaha.

Overall, both motorcycles have their own strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser and the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure would depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 compared to BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

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Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionStrut

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height80 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
LengthLength2,255 mmLength2,240 mm
WidthWidth980 mmWidth990 mm
HeightHeight1,410 mmHeight1,525 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,540 mmWheelbase1,510 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height845 mmSeat Height910 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity33 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

Not a powerhouse, but always confident, always nippy. And also a very harmonious overall package that has no conspicuous negative outliers. Everything works well. And that is very good.

Powerful engine

pleasant, comfortable chassis

off-road resistant

good design.

Unsporting brake system

relatively high weight.

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

You don't feel uncomfortable off-road with the GS, but it shouldn't be quite so rough for it either. The BMW scores the most points with its perfect ergonomics, superb brakes, tight chassis and unique boxer handling, complete with a deep, rasping soundtrack.

Successful wind protection

extremely comfortable ergonomics

optimal saddle

precise chassis

sharp sound.

Transmission could be smoother

engine power rather low.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 and a BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1200 GS Adventure with 65 days compared to 69 days for the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser. Since model year 2012 1000PS.de editors have written 5 reviews for the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser and 35 reviews for the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure since model year 2006. The first review for the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser was published on 5/31/2010 and now has more than 13,900 views. This compares to more than 12,900 views for the first review on BMW R 1200 GS Adventure published on 11/28/2005.

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