BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018 vs. Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2020

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2020

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2020

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018 vs Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2020

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2020

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2020

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018 compared to Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2020

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018
Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeV
BoreBore101 mmBore98 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power93 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque98 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio9.8
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement996 ccm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,255 mmLength2,295 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,510 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height910 mmSeat Height838 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity30 lFuel Tank Capacity25 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

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

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2020

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vs Honda XL 1000 V Varadero

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