BMW R 1250 RT 2024 vs. Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

BMW R 1250 RT 2024

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 RT 2024 compared to Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

BMW R 1250 RT 2024

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

BMW R 1250 RT 2024

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	102.5 mm	Bore	90 mm
Stroke	Stroke	76 mm	Stroke	60.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	136 HP	Engine power	180 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	143 Nm	Torque	125 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	9,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	13.2
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	3
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid-air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,254 ccm	Displacement	1,160 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telelever	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	37 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	120 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	136 mm	Travel	120 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Rake	Rake	64.1 degree	Rake	23.9 degree
Trail	Trail	116 mm	Trail	104.7 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	276 mm	Diameter	220 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction 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	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,222 mm	Length	2,090 mm
Width	Width	985 mm	Width	792 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,485 mm	Wheelbase	1,445 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	805 mm	Seat Height	830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	279 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	198 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	25 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	526 km	Range	276 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	110 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	130 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	4.75 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	5.6 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 RT 2024

The BMW R 1250 RT simply feels superior when touring. The heavy bike sits compactly in the hand and wags nimbly through the bends. A great touring motorbike.

Great wind and weather protection

Great boxer engine

Powerful acceleration

Easy engine modulation

Well-designed controls

Great integrated luggage

High stability even at high speeds

Somewhat cumbersome when manoeuvring

gear changes at low revs a little choppy

opaque pressure point of the brakes

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Precise, powerful and fast! The Triumph is a lot of fun on Alpine passes. However, you can only forgive the tight chassis if you are a sporty rider. But you have to love the engine. No matter whether you're strolling or heating up - the power is always available in a well-dosed manner.

Incredibly universal - easy to drive in city traffic but also super fast when needed

Rev-happy and powerful engine

Top quickshifter

Can be driven quietly when needed

Light and compact ride

Stable handling even in fast corners

Strong brakes

Precise handling.

Load change reactions at low speeds

slightly too low steering angle

narrow knee angle for tall people

stubborn mobile phone connectivity

squeaky brakes

traction control too defensive even in track mode

vibrations on the handlebars

suspension does not respond sensitively enough - basic set-up too tight.

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BMW R 1250 RT 2024 vs. Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 RT 2024 compared to Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 RT 2024

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 RT vs Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS

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