BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs. BMW R 1200 RS 2018

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 RS 2018

BMW R 1200 RS 2018

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs BMW R 1200 RS 2018

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 RS 2018

BMW R 1200 RS 2018

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2009 compared to BMW R 1200 RS 2018

BMW R 1200 GS 2009
BMW R 1200 RS 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore101 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power125 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque125 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12.5
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionParalever

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,210 mmLength2,203 mm
WidthWidth915 mmWidth998 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,507 mmWheelbase1,530 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

BMW R 1200 RS 2018

BMW R 1200 RS 2018

Wunderlich has optimised the already great R 1200 RS with pinpoint accuracy and turned it into a real dream machine. The straight handlebars fit the sports tourer really well. The bike's sporty look is justified. Anyone who tries this Wunderlich machine sets the bar incredibly high for their next motorbike. A real dream bike.

Precise and stable handling

comfortable seating position

great wind protection

with the Wunderlich conversion, a very sporty and sleek look overall.

Knee angle somewhat compact with long legs

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs BMW R 1200 RS

Price BMW R 1200 GS

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Price BMW R 1200 RS

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