BMW R 1200 GS 2018 vs. Ducati 899 Panigale 2015

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

Ducati 899 Panigale 2015

Ducati 899 Panigale 2015

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2018 compared to Ducati 899 Panigale 2015

BMW R 1200 GS 2018
Ducati 899 Panigale 2015

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore101 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke57.2 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power148 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,700 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,750 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque99 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque9,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio12.5
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement898 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engineFrame typeMonocoque

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,207 mmLength2,075 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,507 mmWheelbase1,426 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)238 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)193 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

For over 35 years, BMW has continued to expand the boxer range and is consistently working on the evolution of the GS. In addition to the EURO4 update of the engine with new catalytic converter and mapping, there are now even more features such as the Dynamic ESA Next Generation with automatic riding position compensation, which further improves stability and comfort for the rider. With its subtle colour scheme, the Exclusive version is intended for friends of a neat and subdued appearance and, unlike the flashier Rallye variant, is designed more for the road. Many features are at extra cost, but GS customers usually don't care - 90 percent are ordered with full equipment.

Mature concept

strong engine

easy handling

powerful brakes

adjustable modes and traction control

extensive equipment range

good image and value retention.

many features at extra cost

boxer exposed in really tough terrain

Ducati 899 Panigale 2015

Ducati 899 Panigale 2015

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs Ducati 899 Panigale

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