BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2017 vs. Triumph Rocket III Roadster 2017

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2017

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2017

Triumph Rocket III Roadster 2017

Triumph Rocket III Roadster 2017

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2017 compared to Triumph Rocket III Roadster 2017

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2017
Triumph Rocket III Roadster 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power148 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,750 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque221 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque2,750 rpm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement2,294 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width150 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width240 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,255 mmLength2,500 mm
WidthWidth980 mmWidth970 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,510 mmWheelbase1,695 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height910 mmSeat Height750 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)260 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)367 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity30 lFuel Tank Capacity24 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2017

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2017

As the most successful supplier of large-volume touring enduros, BMW has for years been highly successful in establishing the large R 1200 GS Adventure as the ultimate long-distance touring motorbike. Building on the driving dynamics and high off-road and touring competence of the conventional R 1200 GS, the Adventure represents the maximum solution for off-road touring riders. With its bulky fairing and 30-litre tank, the 125 hp engine has more to haul, but a high degree of agility is still maintained. Nothing is spared in terms of equipment, the big Adventure offers the full programme: ABS, ASC (Automatic Stability Control) and two riding modes "Rain" and "Road" are standard.

Powerful engine

relatively easy to ride

30 litre fuel tank

excellent ergonomics

stable brakes.

High weight

high price

Triumph Rocket III Roadster 2017

Triumph Rocket III Roadster 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vs Triumph Rocket III Roadster

Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

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Price Triumph Rocket III Roadster

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