BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2021 vs. Kawasaki GTR 1400 2017

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2021

Kawasaki GTR 1400 2017

Overview - BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2021 vs Kawasaki GTR 1400 2017

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2021

Kawasaki GTR 1400 2017

CLICK BAG. The one with the “click”.

The Wunderlich tank bag with smart handling.

Details

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2021 compared to Kawasaki GTR 1400 2017

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2021

Kawasaki GTR 1400 2017

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2021

Kawasaki GTR 1400 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	102.5 mm	Bore	84 mm
Stroke	Stroke	76 mm	Stroke	61 mm
Engine power	Engine power	136 HP	Engine power	155 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,800 rpm
Torque	Torque	143 Nm	Torque	136 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,200 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	10.7
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Displacement	Displacement	1,254 ccm	Displacement	1,352 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telelever	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Rebound

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Monocoque

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Petal

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	50 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,270 mm	Length	2,230 mm
Width	Width	952 mm	Width	790 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,504 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	890 mm	Seat Height	815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	268 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	305 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2021

The Adventure is the ultimate touring machine. The high seat height limits the target group, as does the high price. But if you overcome these two hurdles, you get a magnificent mile-eater. The engine shakes all kinds of driving fun out of its sleeves. The low fuel consumption in combination with the gigantic 30-litre tank ensures an incredibly long range.

Practical details for frequent riders on board

Gigantic range

Amazingly low fuel consumption

Good wind and weather protection

Great ride comfort

Powerful engine

Great connectivity app

Easy-to-read display

Great ride comfort

Confident feeling in the saddle

Pleasant seating position for pillion passenger

Practical riding aids