Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2012 vs. BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2012

Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2012

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

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Overview - Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2012 vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2012

Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2012

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

Technical Specifications Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2012 compared to BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2012
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore103.8 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke94.3 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power98 HPEngine power125 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power5,200 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque156 NmTorque125 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque2,950 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.7 Compression Ratio12.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeToughened, Dry
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,699 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionStrut

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engine

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 width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width200 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,340 mmLength2,255 mm
WidthWidth800 mmWidth980 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,615 mmWheelbase1,510 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height700 mmSeat Height910 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity22 lFuel Tank Capacity30 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2012

Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Thunderbird Storm vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

Price Triumph Thunderbird Storm

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Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

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