BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs. BMW K 1200 LT 2009

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS 2021 compared to BMW K 1200 LT 2009

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	102.5 mm	Bore	70.5 mm
Stroke	Stroke	76 mm	Stroke	75 mm
Engine power	Engine power	136 HP	Engine power	116 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	143 Nm	Torque	120 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	10.8
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	5
Displacement	Displacement	1,254 ccm	Displacement	1.171 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telelever	Front suspension	Strut

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	24 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

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

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 GS vs BMW K 1200 LT

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