BMW R 1250 RT 2021 vs. Indian Roadmaster Elite 2020

BMW R 1250 RT 2021

BMW R 1250 RT 2021

Indian Roadmaster Elite 2020

Indian Roadmaster Elite 2020

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 RT 2021 compared to Indian Roadmaster Elite 2020

BMW R 1250 RT 2021
Indian Roadmaster Elite 2020
BMW R 1250 RT 2021
BMW R 1250 RT 2021
Indian Roadmaster Elite 2020
Indian Roadmaster Elite 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeV
BoreBore102.5 mmBore103.2 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke113 mm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque168 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque2,800 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-airCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement1,890 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter37 mmDiameter46 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel119 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 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter276 mmDiameter300 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, Ride by Wire

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 mmLength2,676 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,668 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height673 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity25 lFuel Tank Capacity20.8 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 RT 2021

BMW R 1250 RT 2021

The BMW R 1250 RT simply feels sovereign on the grand tour. We rode the 2020 model and are already thrilled with this version. The heavy motorbike is compact in the hand and wobbles through the bends with lightning speed. A great touring motorbike.

Superb wind and weather protection

Great boxer engine

Powerful power

Easy engine control

Well-designed controls

Great integrated panniers

High stability even at high speeds

Slightly cumbersome to manoeuvre

topcase lock presented itself as somewhat stiff

gearshifts somewhat stiff at low revs

Indian Roadmaster Elite 2020

Indian Roadmaster Elite 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price BMW R 1250 RT vs Indian Roadmaster Elite

Price BMW R 1250 RT

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Indian Roadmaster Elite

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

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