BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 vs. Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

Overview - BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 compared to Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	102.5 mm	Bore	92 mm
Stroke	Stroke	76 mm	Stroke	75.1 mm
Engine power	Engine power	136 HP	Engine power	95 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	143 Nm	Torque	98 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid-air	Cooling	liquid
Can be restricted for A2 licence	Can be restricted for A2 licence	Yes	Can be restricted for A2 licence	Yes
Displacement	Displacement	1,254 ccm	Displacement	998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telelever	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	37 mm	Diameter	45 mm
Travel	Travel	210 mm	Travel	252 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	220 mm	Travel	240 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	305 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Wave

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	276 mm	Diameter	256 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by Wire	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,270 mm	Length	2,340 mm
Width	Width	952 mm	Width	930 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,504 mm	Wheelbase	1,580 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	890 mm	Seat Height	900 mm
Seat Height up to	Seat Height up to	910 mm	Seat Height up to	920 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	268 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	243 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	24.2 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

The all-purpose weapon from Bavaria that can also handle ambitious off-road rides with ease. Thanks to an extra 2 centimetres of suspension travel and 10 litres more fuel in the tank, no tour is too far and no challenge too great. The comparatively low centre of gravity helps with handling and the more powerful engine brings it much closer to the normal R 1250 GS in terms of riding dynamics. In the new 1250 model generation, it offers not only the revised engine, which brings even better rideability, but also a plus in standard equipment and safety. The fiercest competitor for the Adventure is nevertheless lurking in its own house, because even the conventional, less expensive GS is already a fine all-rounder.

Great ride comfort

extreme range

good ergonomics

excellent weather protection

bulbous torque

clean response

generally good rideability due to low centre of gravity

customisation options.

High weight noticeable in the braking zone

high price

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

For many, the new Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports is the true Africa Twin, which, with a larger tank, longer suspension travel and higher windshield, takes the long journey even more seriously than the normal Africa Twin already does. The chassis works like a litter, the seating position allows hundreds of kilometres at a stretch - according to Honda 525 on one tank of fuel. However, the agility and manoeuvrability of the normal Africa Twin suffer. With the more attractive appearance of the Adventure Sports, Honda has hit the bull's-eye again: there is currently no more beautiful adventure bike.

powerful, unagitated engine

comfortable chassis

comfortable seating position

superb looks

good brakes

large fuel tank

performance modes

optional DCT

Not quite optimal wind protection

no cruise control

high saddle difficult to climb for smaller riders

ABS on front wheel cannot be switched off