Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2012

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021 vs BMW R 1200 GS 2012

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2012

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021
BMW R 1200 GS 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore105 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke72 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power150 HPEngine power110 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque127 NmTorque120 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio12
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,252 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeLoad-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width110 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height80 %
LengthLength2,270 mmLength2,210 mm
WidthWidth965 mmWidth915 mm
HeightHeight1,510 mmHeight1,450 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,580 mmWheelbase1,507 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21.2 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

The Pan America 1250 is Harley-Davidson's first attempt in the segment of large touring enduros and it has definitely succeeded! Apart from a few, rather negligible flaws, the Pan America 1250 Special is an all-round good adventure bike that even pleases with its off-road qualities. The Revolution Max V2 engine has a sporty character, placing it perfectly in the luxury enduro bike class. With innovative features such as the Adaptive Ride Height System, the Americans could even manage to acquire a larger number of new customers for whom the usual suspects in the big enduro bike segment are all too high.

Sporty engine

stable on- and off-road feel

comfortable seating position

extensive electronics

unique look

cornering ABS as standard

cornering TC as standard

high-quality electronic suspension

seat height can be lowered when stationary

good off-road characteristics

Comparatively high weight

Ground clearance too low for hard off-road terrain

ABS on rear wheel not disengageable

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BMW R 1200 GS 2012

BMW R 1200 GS 2012

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 vs BMW R 1200 GS

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