BMW R 1250 RT 2023 vs. BMW K 1600 GT 2011

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

BMW K 1600 GT 2011

Overview - BMW R 1250 RT 2023 vs BMW K 1600 GT 2011

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

BMW K 1600 GT 2011

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 RT 2023 compared to BMW K 1600 GT 2011

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

BMW K 1600 GT 2011

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

BMW K 1600 GT 2011

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	102.5 mm	Bore	72 mm
Stroke	Stroke	76 mm	Stroke	67.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	136 HP	Engine power	160 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	143 Nm	Torque	175 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	12
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Displacement	Displacement	1,254 ccm	Displacement	1,649 ccm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium

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	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,222 mm	Length	2,324 mm
Width	Width	985 mm	Width	1,000 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	805 mm	Seat Height	830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	25 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	24 l
Top Speed	Top Speed	200 km/h	Top Speed	200 km/h
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

The BMW R 1250 RT simply feels sovereign on the grand tour. We rode the 2020 model and are already thrilled with this version. The heavy motorbike is compact in the hand and wobbles through the bends with lightning speed. A great touring motorbike.

Superb wind and weather protection

Great boxer engine

Powerful power

Easy engine control

Well-designed controls

Great integrated panniers

High stability even at high speeds

Slightly cumbersome to manoeuvre

topcase lock presented itself as somewhat stiff

gearshifts somewhat stiff at low revs

BMW K 1600 GT 2011

Electronically adjustable suspension, a state-of-the-art engine with electronics, ABS and DTC as well as high-quality chassis elements ensure that you can also have fun on extremely fast tours. The K 1600 GT is therefore not a motorbike for the fishing garage or the motorway enthusiast, but in fact a very normal motorbike with which you can inhale curves with pleasure.

Dynamic traction control

adaptive cornering lights

imaginable comfort accessories

stable

fine brake system

optimal seating position

good workmanship.

Relatively high weight

in special cases, the traction point should be cautious.