BMW R 1200 GS 2008 vs. BMW F 850 GS 2018

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW F 850 GS 2018

BMW F 850 GS 2018

Loading...

Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2008 vs BMW F 850 GS 2018

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW F 850 GS 2018

BMW F 850 GS 2018

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2008 compared to BMW F 850 GS 2018

BMW R 1200 GS 2008
BMW F 850 GS 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power100 HPEngine power95 HP
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement853 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,519 mmWheelbase1,593 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height860 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

If you're a bit indecisive when buying a motorbike, and would prefer to have an egg-laying pillow, the 1200 is the best choice. In addition, the 1200 is the only true GS, namely the GS with a boxer engine and cardan drive.

Safe riding experience

ideal for longer rides

ESA

ASC

maintenance-free card drive, very comfortable.

High purchase price

high weight

high seat

unsuitable off-road

BMW F 850 GS 2018

BMW F 850 GS 2018

You might not see it at first glance on the new BMW F 850 GS, but it really is a completely new design. Both the steel chassis and the drivetrain have been changed, the engine enlarged to 853 cubic capacity and designed to be even more powerful with the 90-degree crankpin offset. As a result, the new F 850 GS presents itself more sovereign than excited and is convincing both on the road and off-road. The very special thing about the BMW is the ability to tailor it exactly to your personal needs thanks to the extensive range of accessories - there is actually no feature currently available that you can't get on your F 850 GS. However, this also drives up the price.

superior engine

adequate braking system

very good seating position

easy handling

extensive range of accessories

riding modes

traction control

off-road capable

Disc too low

sound could be better

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs BMW F 850 GS

Price BMW R 1200 GS

Model year
Current average market prices

Price BMW F 850 GS

Model year
Current average market prices

1000PS Partner

ChigeeContinental MotorradreifenMotorex AGcalimoto GmbH