BMW R 1200 GS 2016 vs. BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017
BMW R 1200 GS 2016
BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017
Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2016 vs BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017
The BMW R 1200 GS model year 2016 and the BMW R nineT Urban G/S model year 2017 are both enduro motorcycles with similar technical specifications. They both have a Boxer engine with a bore of 101 mm and a stroke of 73 mm. The engine power of the R 1200 GS is slightly higher at 125 HP compared to the 110 HP of the R nineT Urban G/S. The torque of the R 1200 GS is also higher at 125 Nm compared to the 116 Nm of the R nineT Urban G/S. Both motorcycles have a prop shaft transmission and 2 cylinders with a displacement of 1170 ccm.
In terms of suspension, the R 1200 GS has a strut front suspension and a single swing arm rear suspension. On the other hand, the R nineT Urban G/S has a telescopic fork front suspension and a Paralever rear suspension. Both motorcycles have a steel chassis, but the R 1200 GS has a Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine frame type while the R nineT Urban G/S has a tubular frame type.
BMW R 1200 GS 2016
Both motorcycles have double disk front brakes and a front tyre diameter of 19 inches. The rear tyre width is 170 mm and the rear tyre diameter is 17 inches for both motorcycles. The wheelbase of the R 1200 GS is 1507 mm while the R nineT Urban G/S has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1527 mm. The seat height is the same for both motorcycles at 850 mm. The kerb weight of the R 1200 GS with ABS is 238 kg, while the R nineT Urban G/S weighs slightly less at 221 kg. The fuel tank capacity of the R 1200 GS is 20 liters, while the R nineT Urban G/S has a slightly smaller fuel tank capacity of 17 liters.
In terms of strengths, the R 1200 GS has a powerful engine, low consumption, comfortable seating position, and can also be used off-road. It also has a high reputation in the motorcycle community. On the other hand, the R nineT Urban G/S has a terrific, authentic G/S look and powerful brakes. It also has a powerful engine and is designed to be an Enduro-typical motorcycle reduced to the bare essentials. It can be considered a custom bike straight from the factory.
BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017
However, both motorcycles have their weaknesses. The R 1200 GS has a long and expensive surcharge side, and the Telelever front suspension may take some getting used to. The brakes on the R 1200 GS are also very sharp. On the other hand, the R nineT Urban G/S does not come standard with wire-spoke rims or ASC (Automatic Stability Control). Additionally, dirt and trouser paint can be visible on the seat bench of the R nineT Urban G/S.
In conclusion, the BMW R 1200 GS 2016 and the BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017 have similar technical specifications but differ in terms of design and features. The R 1200 GS is a versatile and powerful enduro motorcycle with a high reputation, while the R nineT Urban G/S offers an authentic G/S look and a custom bike experience. Both motorcycles have their strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between them would depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2016 compared to BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
BMW R 1200 GS 2016
A GS is at home almost anywhere - but only to a limited extent on the racetrack. It's a pleasure to feel the power of the partially water-cooled boxer twin cylinder on the exit of the bend - 125 hp only seems much weaker on paper than 150 or even 160 hp on the competition. With 125 Newton metres of torque, the acceleration from the bottom is superb anyway and the GS, at 238 kilos ready to ride, does not carry too much flab despite its bulky appearance. In very tight corners, the low centre of gravity also has a positive effect - the BMW R 1200 GS is very hard to crack! Even the front telelever suspension, which suppresses the front wheel's tendency to sink in under braking, fits perfectly into the GS's overall package and only slightly detracts from its sporty character.
BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017
As one of 5 different R nineTs, the Urban G/S is also a successful variation of the air-cooled boxer, which, as in the other models, produces 110 hp and leaves nothing to be desired in terms of more power. The brakes are also on the same high level as those of the original R nineT, only the chassis has to make concessions. ABS comes as standard, ASC at extra cost. You don't need much more to be happy. The only thing we wouldn't want to do without are the wire-spoke rims, because together with the TKC80 they complete the look.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs BMW R nineT Urban G/S
There are a few key differences between a BMW R 1200 GS 2016 and a BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R 1200 GS 2016 is about 10% higher. A BMW R 1200 GS 2016 experiences a loss of 420 GBP in one year and 900 GBP in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 40 GBP and 1,310 GBP for a BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017. Compared to BMW R nineT Urban G/S 2017 there are more BMW R 1200 GS 2016 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 47 compared to 9. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1200 GS with 70 days compared to 128 days for a BMW R nineT Urban G/S. Since model year 2005 1000PS.de editors have written 98 reviews for the BMW R 1200 GS and 17 reviews for the BMW R nineT Urban G/S since model year 2017. The first review for the BMW R 1200 GS was published on 20/01/2004 and now has more than 19,100 views. This compares to more than 88,800 views for the first review on BMW R nineT Urban G/S published on 08/11/2016.
