BMW F 800 GT 2017 vs. Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021

BMW F 800 GT 2017

BMW F 800 GT 2017

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021

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Overview - BMW F 800 GT 2017 vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021

BMW F 800 GT 2017

BMW F 800 GT 2017

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021

Technical Specifications BMW F 800 GT 2017 compared to Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021

BMW F 800 GT 2017
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore82 mmBore97.6 mm
StrokeStroke75.6 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power90 HPEngine power100 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,250 rpm
TorqueTorque86 NmTorque112 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,800 rpmRpm at Torque4,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement798 ccmDisplacement1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel125 mmTravel120 mm
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engineFrame typeCentral tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter265 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,156 mmLength2,099 mm
WidthWidth905 mmWidth778 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,514 mmWheelbase1,413 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height800 mmSeat Height809 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)213 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity14.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 800 GT 2017

BMW F 800 GT 2017

BMW has refined and improved the F 800 GT in the course of the EURO4 update. This starts with the visual upgrades such as classy logos and ends with the standard Road and Rain riding modes. Buyers can find further amenities in the extensive accessories catalogue, which quickly exacerbates the mild entry price. But the F 800 GT feels like a "big one" and awakens pride of ownership. It moves confidently, safely and extremely sportily through the city and across the country. The classic sports tourer in its most beautiful form.

High-quality, harmonious appearance

strong brakes

special sound

pleasant, yet characterful engine

well-tuned chassis

somewhat conservative, German pragmatism

some vibrations at times

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021

The better is the enemy of the good, this saying once again proves to be impressively true in the case of the new Triumph Speed Twin. The British have worked on the weak points of the predecessor and thus turned the classic beauty into a real riding machine that does not have to hide from modern naked bikes. Unfortunately, tall riders cannot enjoy the small 1200 quite as easily as riders under 1.85 metres. Be that as it may, the Speed Twin is the perfect modern classic motorbike for me - it combines classic looks with modern handling like no other motorbike on the market today.

Superb engine

quality workmanship and material feel

torque in every situation

playful handling

good chassis

high-performance brakes

Strong heat development under the driver

a little too petite for tall pilots

large turning circle

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 800 GT vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200

Price BMW F 800 GT

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