BMW R 1200 RT 2018 vs. Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

BMW R 1200 RT 2018

BMW R 1200 RT 2018

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

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Overview - BMW R 1200 RT 2018 vs Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

BMW R 1200 RT 2018

BMW R 1200 RT 2018

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 RT 2018 compared to Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

BMW R 1200 RT 2018
Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore101 mmBore87 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke63.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power92 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque75 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio11
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement755 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,222 mmLength2,090 mm
WidthWidth983 mmWidth780 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,420 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)274 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)190 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity25 lFuel Tank Capacity15.2 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 RT 2018

BMW R 1200 RT 2018

It was predictable that the new R 1200 RT would perform even better with the new partially water-cooled boxer engine. Although 125 hp and 125 Newton metres of torque have quite a bit to haul with the 274 kilos ready to ride, the RT retains its unbelievable effervescence from below. This makes it extremely agile, especially on corner exit after a hairpin bend. In combination with the gearshift assistant Pro (which is, of course, available at extra cost), the gears just flow and you involuntarily move more sportily than you might have intended. The big bonus points of the R 1200 RT are its good workmanship, the simple and easy-to-follow operating principle and, last but not least, its small turning circle.

Luxuriously equipped

very well-functioning electronics

efficient windshield

pleasant handling

spacious pannier system.

Very difficult to manoeuvre at 300 kilos

proud price

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

The new Hornet 750 is a really successful naked bike that sets itself above most competitors in the upper entry-level bike class with its wonderfully agile and powerful engine, balanced handling and chassis, comfortable riding position and, last but not least, its extensive electronic equipment. Actually, it comes very close to the middle class, only the boring swingarm and the narrow 160 rear tyre (which, however, helps the handling enormously) do not quite fit into this segment. However, it is hardly more expensive than the entry-level bikes, and instead a few, sometimes even many thousands cheaper than the mid-range. That makes it an unbeatable offer!

Powerful, high-torque engine

good brakes

comfortable seating position

agile handling

well-balanced chassis

extensive electronics

affordable, optional quickshifter

excellent price

Steel box swing arm not particularly sexy

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 RT vs Honda CB750 Hornet

Price BMW R 1200 RT

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