BMW R 1200 GS 2015 vs. Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

BMW R 1200 GS 2015

BMW R 1200 GS 2015

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2015 vs Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

The BMW R 1200 GS 2015 and the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015 are both powerful enduro motorcycles with similar engine power and torque. The BMW R 1200 GS has a boxer engine with a bore of 101 mm and a stroke of 73 mm, while the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally has a V2 engine with a larger bore of 106 mm and a shorter stroke of 67.8 mm. Both motorcycles have a transmission system, with the BMW R 1200 GS using a prop shaft and the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally using a chain.

In terms of suspension, the BMW R 1200 GS has a front suspension strut with preload adjustment, while the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally has an upside-down telescopic fork with compression, preload, and rebound adjustment. The rear suspension of both motorcycles also has compression, preload, and rebound adjustment.

BMW R 1200 GS 2015

BMW R 1200 GS 2015

The chassis of the BMW R 1200 GS is made of steel, while the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally has an aluminum frame. Both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front. The BMW R 1200 GS has a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 170 mm with a diameter of 17 inches. The Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally also has a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 170 mm with a diameter of 17 inches.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the BMW R 1200 GS has a wheelbase of 1507 mm and a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters. The Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1565 mm and a larger fuel tank capacity of 24 liters.

The BMW R 1200 GS has a reputation for being a powerful and versatile motorcycle that can be used both on and off-road. It has a comfortable seating position and is known for its low fuel consumption. However, it has a long and expensive surcharge side, and some riders may need time to get used to the Telelever front suspension. The brakes on the BMW R 1200 GS are also known to be very sharp.

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

On the other hand, the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally has a powerful V2 engine with a wonderful sound. It has a very sensitive and comfortable chassis, and a large windshield for added protection. The seating position is also comfortable, and it comes with traction control and ABS as standard, which can be switched off. The Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally also has performance modes, cruise control, LED auxiliary headlights, and an aluminum luggage set. However, some riders have noted that the chassis seems a little soft on good roads, and the engine has a quiet "chirp" between 3000 and 4000 revs.

In conclusion, both the BMW R 1200 GS 2015 and the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015 are powerful and capable enduro motorcycles. The BMW R 1200 GS is known for its powerful engine and low fuel consumption, while the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally offers a powerful V2 engine and a comfortable chassis. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2015 compared to Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

BMW R 1200 GS 2015
Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeV
BoreBore101 mmBore106 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke67.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power125 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,700 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque117 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio12
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,197 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,207 mmLength2,245 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,507 mmWheelbase1,565 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity24 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2015

BMW R 1200 GS 2015

A GS is at home almost anywhere - but only to a limited extent on the racetrack. It's a pleasure to feel the power of the partially water-cooled boxer twin cylinder on the exit of the bend - 125 hp only seems much weaker on paper than 150 or even 160 hp on the competition. With 125 Newton metres of torque, the acceleration from the bottom is superb anyway and the GS, at 238 kilos ready to ride, does not carry too much flab despite its bulky appearance. In very tight corners, the low centre of gravity also has a positive effect - the BMW R 1200 GS is very hard to crack! Even the front telelever suspension, which suppresses the front wheel's tendency to sink in when braking, fits perfectly into the overall package on the GS and can only slightly detract from its sporty character.

Powerful engine

low fuel consumption

comfortable seating position

can also be used off-road

high reputation

Long and expensive surcharge side

Telelever front suspension takes some getting used to

Brake very sharp.

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015

The Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally is unmistakably the top model in the Capo range: a classy set of panniers, crash bars, engine guard, additional LED headlights and an extravagant set of spoke rims are incredibly pleasing to the eye. In terms of performance, the Rally with traction control, ABS and cruise control is not far removed from its "normal" Travel Pack sister. And the engine, with its 125 hp, is and remains a powerful companion that impresses above all with its throaty V2 sound and good power. You have to like the comfortable chassis - while fans of the hardcore league will turn up their noses, everyone else will enjoy the ingenious active chassis that smoothes out even the roughest knocks. The only thing standing in the way of off-road use is the road tyres; the front 19-inch wheel would certainly be happy to take on the odd off-road excursion with different tyres.

Powerful V2 engine with wonderful sound

very sensitive and comfortable chassis

large windshield

comfortable seating position

traction control and ABS as standard and can be switched off

performance modes

cruise control

LED auxiliary headlights

aluminium luggage set.

Chassis seems a little soft on good roads

engine has a quiet "chirp" between 3000 and 4000 revs

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally

There are a few key differences between a BMW R 1200 GS 2015 and a Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 47. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1200 GS with 66 days compared to 112 days for a Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally. Since model year 2005 1000PS.de editors have written 98 reviews for the BMW R 1200 GS and 5 reviews for the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally since model year 2015. The first review for the BMW R 1200 GS was published on 1/20/2004 and now has more than 19,100 views. This compares to more than 27,000 views for the first review on Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally published on 2/25/2015.

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