BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs. Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

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Overview - BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS 2021 compared to Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021
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BMW R 1250 GS 2021
BMW R 1250 GS 2021
Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021
Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyWave

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,207 mmLength2,255 mm
WidthWidth952.5 mmWidth980 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,525 mmWheelbase1,540 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height845 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)249 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)261 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

The GS also impressed us with its versatility during the test in November 2021. We rode the bike on a wide variety of terrain and were once again very satisfied. The motorbike convinces in every situation with its easy handling and practicality. On the other hand, it can also be ridden delightfully irrationally.

Great ride comfort and great ergonomics

Powerful engine

Great connectivity app

Easy-to-read display

Confident feel in the saddle

Practical riding aids

Versatile chassis accommodates every route

Easy to ride

Rough overall appearance

gearshifts at low revs somewhat clumsy

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 GS vs Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere

Price BMW R 1250 GS

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Price Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere

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