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BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs. Yamaha XJ6 2014

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Yamaha XJ6 2014

Yamaha XJ6 2014

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Overview - BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs Yamaha XJ6 2014

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Yamaha XJ6 2014

Yamaha XJ6 2014

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS 2021 compared to Yamaha XJ6 2014

BMW R 1250 GS 2021
Yamaha XJ6 2014
BMW R 1250 GS 2021
BMW R 1250 GS 2021
Yamaha XJ6 2014
Yamaha XJ6 2014

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore102.5 mmBore65.5 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke44.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power78 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque59.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio12.2
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquid-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement600 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

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 diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,207 mmLength2,120 mm
WidthWidth952.5 mmWidth770 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,525 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)249 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)210 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

The GS also impressed us with its versatility during the test in November 2021. We rode the bike on a wide variety of terrain and were once again very satisfied. The motorbike convinces in every situation with its easy handling and practicality. On the other hand, it can also be ridden delightfully irrationally.

Great ride comfort and great ergonomics

Powerful engine

Great connectivity app

Easy-to-read display

Confident feel in the saddle

Practical riding aids

Versatile chassis accommodates every route

Easy to ride

Rough overall appearance

gearshifts at low revs somewhat clumsy

Yamaha XJ6 2014

Yamaha XJ6 2014

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 GS vs Yamaha XJ6

Price BMW R 1250 GS

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Yamaha XJ6

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Current average market prices

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