BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs. BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2024

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2024

Overview - BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2024

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2024

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS 2021 compared to BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2024

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2024

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	102.5 mm	Bore	107.1 mm
Stroke	Stroke	76 mm	Stroke	100 mm
Engine power	Engine power	136 HP	Engine power	91 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	4,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	143 Nm	Torque	158 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	9.6
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	52 mm	Throttle Bore	48 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Prop shaft
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
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHV
Cooling	Cooling	liquid-air	Cooling	Oil-air
Displacement	Displacement	1,254 ccm	Displacement	1,802 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telelever	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	37 mm	Diameter	49 mm
Travel	Travel	190 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	200 mm	Travel	120 mm
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Double cradle
Rake	Rake	62.9 degree	Rake	62.7 degree
Trail	Trail	109 mm	Trail	183.5 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	305 mm	Diameter	300 mm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	276 mm	Diameter	300 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by Wire, Cruise control

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	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	65 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,207 mm	Length	2,640 mm
Width	Width	952.5 mm	Width	1,040 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,525 mm	Wheelbase	1,695 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	740 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	249 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	427 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	24 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	421 km	Range	413 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	110 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	134 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	4.75 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	5.8 l/100km
Stationary noise	Stationary noise	88 dB	Stationary noise	95 dB

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Cornering lights, LED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	Connectivity, Heated grips, Case system, Cornering lights, LED-Headlights, Heated seat, Sound System, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

The GS also impressed us with its versatility during the test in November 2021. We rode the bike on a wide variety of terrain and were once again very satisfied. The motorbike convinces in every situation with its easy handling and practicality. On the other hand, it can also be ridden delightfully irrationally.

Great ride comfort and great ergonomics

Powerful engine

Great connectivity app

Easy-to-read display

Confident feel in the saddle

Practical riding aids

Versatile chassis accommodates every route

Easy to ride

Rough overall appearance

gearshifts at low revs somewhat clumsy