Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020 vs. BMW R 1200 RT 2016

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020

BMW R 1200 RT 2016

Overview - Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020 vs BMW R 1200 RT 2016

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020

BMW R 1200 RT 2016

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Technical Specifications Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020 compared to BMW R 1200 RT 2016

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020

BMW R 1200 RT 2016

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020

BMW R 1200 RT 2016

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	129 HP	Engine power	125 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	126 Nm	Torque	125 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	12.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Prop shaft
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	1,237 ccm	Displacement	1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Strut

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,285 mm	Length	2,222 mm
Width	Width	915 mm	Width	983 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,595 mm	Wheelbase	1,485 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	805 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	275 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	274 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	25 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1200 RT 2016

It was predictable that the new R 1200 RT would perform even better with the new partially water-cooled boxer engine. Although 125 hp and 125 Newton metres of torque have quite a bit to haul with the 274 kilos ready to ride, the RT retains its unbelievable effervescence from below. This makes it extremely agile, especially on corner exit after a hairpin bend. In combination with the gearshift assistant Pro (which is, of course, available at extra cost), the gears just flow and you involuntarily move more sportily than you might have intended. The big bonus points of the R 1200 RT are its good workmanship, the simple and easy-to-follow operating principle and, last but not least, its small turning circle.

Luxuriously equipped

very well-functioning electronics

efficient windshield

pleasant handling

spacious pannier system.

Very difficult to manoeuvre at 300 kilos

proud price