BMW R 1250 RT 2023 vs. Indian Challenger Dark Horse 2022

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

Indian Challenger Dark Horse 2022

Indian Challenger Dark Horse 2022

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 RT 2023 compared to Indian Challenger Dark Horse 2022

BMW R 1250 RT 2023
Indian Challenger Dark Horse 2022
BMW R 1250 RT 2023
BMW R 1250 RT 2023
Indian Challenger Dark Horse 2022
Indian Challenger Dark Horse 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeV
BoreBore102.5 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke96.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power122 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,500 rpm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque178 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque3,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio11
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionBelt
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquid-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement1,768 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter37 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel136 mmTravel114 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

RakeRake64.1 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail116 mmTrail150 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter276 mmDiameter298 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width130 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height60 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,222 mmLength2,501 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,668 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height672 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity25 lFuel Tank Capacity22.7 l

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, Sound System, TFT display, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

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

Indian Challenger Dark Horse 2022

Indian Challenger Dark Horse 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 RT vs Indian Challenger Dark Horse

Price BMW R 1250 RT

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Indian Challenger Dark Horse

Unfortunately, the data available to us is not sufficient to provide meaningful price information for this model.

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