BMW F 800 R 2015 vs. BMW R 1200 R 2015
BMW F 800 R 2015
BMW R 1200 R 2015
Overview - BMW F 800 R 2015 vs BMW R 1200 R 2015
The BMW F 800 R 2015 and the BMW R 1200 R 2015 are both naked bikes from BMW, but they have some significant differences in terms of technical specifications and strengths.
Starting with the technical specifications, the BMW F 800 R 2015 is powered by a 798cc engine that delivers 90 horsepower and 86 Nm of torque. It has a two-cylinder engine and features an upside-down telescopic fork for the front suspension and a swing arm for the rear suspension. The frame is made of aluminum and has a twin-tube, load-bearing engine design. The front brakes are double disk with four pistons and radial technology. The front tire has a width of 120mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 180mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1520mm and the seat height ranges from 790mm to 820mm. The fuel tank capacity is 15 liters.
On the other hand, the BMW R 1200 R 2015 is equipped with a more powerful 1170cc engine that produces 125 horsepower and 125 Nm of torque. It also has a two-cylinder engine and features a telescopic fork for the front suspension and a Paralever suspension for the rear. The frame is made of steel and has a load-bearing engine design. The front brakes are double disk with four pistons and radial technology, similar to the F 800 R. The front and rear tire dimensions are the same as the F 800 R. The wheelbase is slightly shorter at 1515mm and the seat height is 790mm. The fuel tank capacity is larger at 18 liters.
BMW F 800 R 2015
In terms of strengths, the BMW F 800 R 2015 offers high-quality equipment such as ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment), RDC (Tire Pressure Control), and ASC (Automatic Stability Control). It is also described as very universally usable, meaning it can be used for various purposes and riding styles. It is fast to ride yet still comfortable.
On the other hand, the BMW R 1200 R 2015 has a sporty look and a more powerful engine compared to the F 800 R. It also has a good sound and a comfortable seating position. The R 1200 R comes with ABS and traction control as standard features and offers two riding modes, adding to its versatility.
BMW R 1200 R 2015
However, both bikes have their weaknesses as well. The BMW F 800 R 2015 can become relatively high-priced when adding all the extras, making it less affordable as an entry-level bike. It is also mentioned that while it performs well on paper and while riding, it lacks that certain something to become "cult" like other popular naked bikes such as the Ducati Monster or the Triumph Street Triple.
On the other hand, the BMW R 1200 R 2015 has many cool features, but some of them are only available at an extra cost. Additionally, the rev counter on the bike is poorly readable, which can be a drawback for some riders.
In conclusion, the BMW F 800 R 2015 and the BMW R 1200 R 2015 are both naked bikes with their own set of strengths and weaknesses. The F 800 R offers high-quality equipment and versatility, while the R 1200 R boasts a sporty look and a more powerful engine. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications BMW F 800 R 2015 compared to BMW R 1200 R 2015
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
BMW F 800 R 2015
The F 800 R is a motorbike without any real weaknesses, but remains rather unobtrusive overall even after the update. A very positive feature is the overall equipment, which is of very high quality in this league.
BMW R 1200 R 2015
The predecessor was already able to be ridden in a sporty manner as well as convincing on tours, the new R 1200 R can do even more - thanks to the pannier system (of course at extra cost), travelling is still no problem, but it masters sport even better. Thanks to the now partially water-cooled boxer twin-cylinder engine, it is wonderfully agile - 125 hp may not seem like much on paper, but the engine pushes incredibly and behaves in a cultivated manner to boot. The chassis and brakes also score highly and the seating position is sporty and upright, covering a wide spectrum from wonderful fun to long-distance touring. Unfortunately, BMW also understands the trick with the surcharge list perfectly. The basic model is well equipped with ABS that can be deactivated, traction control that can also be deactivated and two driving modes, but many interesting gimmicks are almost obligatory - and of course drive the price way up.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 800 R vs BMW R 1200 R
There are a few key differences between a BMW F 800 R 2015 and a BMW R 1200 R 2015. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R 1200 R 2015 is about 55% higher. A BMW F 800 R 2015 experiences a loss of 270 GBP in one year and 550 GBP in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 990 GBP and 630 GBP for a BMW R 1200 R 2015. Compared to BMW R 1200 R 2015 there are less BMW F 800 R 2015 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 14 compared to 23. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1200 R with 69 days compared to 89 days for the BMW F 800 R. Since model year 2009 1000PS.de editors have written 20 reviews for the BMW F 800 R and 27 reviews for the BMW R 1200 R since model year 2007. The first review for the BMW F 800 R was published on 10/10/2008 and now has more than 8,900 views. This compares to more than 14,900 views for the first review on BMW R 1200 R published on 07/07/2006.
