BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Overview - BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	101 mm	Bore	100 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	66 mm
Engine power	Engine power	125 HP	Engine power	107 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	125 Nm	Torque	100 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	11.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,170 ccm	Displacement	1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Strut	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube, 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	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Riding modes	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,255 mm	Length	2,390 mm
Width	Width	980 mm	Width	960 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,510 mm	Wheelbase	1,595 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	910 mm	Seat Height	880 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	260 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	252 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

With the revision and expansion of the 1050 range to include the DE model, Suzuki now has the right large V-Strom for everyone. Those who know from the outset that they will be staying almost exclusively on the road will find a reliable travelling companion in the standard model, but those who are less restricted in their choice of routes and also want to ride regularly on unpaved terrain will now find a good choice in the DE. The machine looks robust, is easy to ride and offers a high level of long-distance comfort. The weight is too high for very serious off-road use and the travel is too short. However, as with the standard model, the main selling point remains the marvellous engine, which leaves little to be desired with its rich torque.

powerful engine

simple but high-quality electronics package with intuitive operation

good ergonomics both sitting and standing

gravel mode for off-road beginners

off-road ABS function

balanced long-distance comfort

robust, tough and reliable

successful retro look

reasonable price

seems large and somewhat unwieldy when manoeuvring

above-average weight

travel could be greater