BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs. BMW R 12 S 2025

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 12 S 2025

BMW R 12 S 2025

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs BMW R 12 S 2025

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 12 S 2025

BMW R 12 S 2025

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2009 compared to BMW R 12 S 2025

BMW R 1200 GS 2009
BMW R 12 S 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore101 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power109 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionParalever
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,210 mmLength2,130 mm
WidthWidth915 mmWidth870 mm
HeightHeight1,450 mmHeight1,070 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,507 mmWheelbase1,511 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height795 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

BMW R 12 S 2025

BMW R 12 S 2025

With the R 12 S, BMW has succeeded in creating a desirable top-of-the-range model in the R 12 Inline. A feel-good engine paired with high-quality components and magnificent looks conjure up a grin under the helmet. The special paintwork takes you back to the time of the first fairing-covered BMW bike, the legendary R 90 S. In terms of driving dynamics, the BMW is absolutely in tune with the times thanks to various features. Anyone who interprets the S as an indication of exceptional sportiness may be disappointed by the lack of maximum lean angle. Everyone else will be really happy with the R 12 S feast for the eyes, provided their wallet is sufficiently bulging.

Powerful boxer engine full of character

state-of-the-art electronics

retro charm of the 70s

Quickshifter series

great knee angle

comfortable ergonomics

perfectly tuned braking system

classic gauges in the cockpit

Dynamic mode not ideally setup

more plastic than expected

uninspiring handlebar controls

limited maximum lean angle

high price

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs BMW R 12 S

Price BMW R 1200 GS

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Price BMW R 12 S

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