BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015 vs. Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015 compared to Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015
Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeV
BoreBore101 mmBore88.9 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke96.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power68 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,000 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque96 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque3,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio10
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionBelt
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHV
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,202 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engineFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
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 height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,255 mmLength2,200 mm
WidthWidth980 mmWidth915 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,510 mmWheelbase1,515 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height910 mmSeat Height735 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)260 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)256 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity30 lFuel Tank Capacity12.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015

As the most successful supplier of large-volume touring enduros, BMW has for years been highly successful in establishing the large R 1200 GS Adventure as the ultimate long-distance touring motorbike. Building on the driving dynamics and high off-road and touring competence of the conventional R 1200 GS, the Adventure represents the maximum solution for off-road touring riders. With its bulky fairing and 30-litre tank, the 125 hp engine has more to haul, but a high degree of agility is still maintained. Nothing is spared in terms of equipment, the big Adventure offers the full programme: ABS, ASC (Automatic Stability Control) and two riding modes "Rain" and "Road" are standard.

Powerful engine

relatively easy to ride

30 litre fuel tank

excellent ergonomics

stable brakes.

High weight

high price

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vs Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron

Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

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