BMW R 1200 RS 2017 vs. Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2018

BMW R 1200 RS 2017

BMW R 1200 RS 2017

Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2018

Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2018

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Overview - BMW R 1200 RS 2017 vs Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2018

BMW R 1200 RS 2017

BMW R 1200 RS 2017

Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2018

Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2018

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 RS 2017 compared to Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2018

BMW R 1200 RS 2017
Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore85 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke71.4 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power141 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,350 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque122 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio11
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,215 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionParaleverSuspensionSingle swing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,203 mmLength2,230 mm
WidthWidth998 mmWidth830 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,530 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 RS 2017

BMW R 1200 RS 2017

Wunderlich has optimised the already great R 1200 RS with pinpoint accuracy and turned it into a real dream machine. The straight handlebars fit the sports tourer really well. The bike's sporty look is justified. Anyone who tries this Wunderlich machine sets the bar incredibly high for their next motorbike. A real dream bike.

Precise and stable handling

comfortable seating position

great wind protection

with the Wunderlich conversion, a very sporty and sleek look overall.

Knee angle somewhat compact with long legs

Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2018

Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 RS vs Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT

Price BMW R 1200 RS

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Price Triumph Tiger 1200 XRT

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