Aprilia Caponord 1200 ABS 2015 vs. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

Aprilia Caponord 1200 ABS 2015

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

Overview - Aprilia Caponord 1200 ABS 2015 vs BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

Aprilia Caponord 1200 ABS 2015

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

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Technical Specifications Aprilia Caponord 1200 ABS 2015 compared to BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

Aprilia Caponord 1200 ABS 2015

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

Aprilia Caponord 1200 ABS 2015

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	106 mm	Bore	102.5 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.8 mm	Stroke	76 mm
Engine power	Engine power	125 HP	Engine power	136 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	117 Nm	Torque	143 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,800 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid-air
Displacement	Displacement	1,197 ccm	Displacement	1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telelever
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,245 mm	Length	2,270 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,565 mm	Wheelbase	1,504 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	840 mm	Seat Height	890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	24 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Aprilia Caponord 1200 ABS 2015

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

The all-purpose weapon from Bavaria that can also handle ambitious off-road rides with ease. Thanks to an extra 2 centimetres of suspension travel and 10 litres more fuel in the tank, no tour is too far and no challenge too great. The comparatively low centre of gravity helps with handling and the more powerful engine brings it much closer to the normal R 1250 GS in terms of riding dynamics. In the new 1250 model generation, it offers not only the revised engine, which brings even better rideability, but also a plus in standard equipment and safety. The fiercest competitor for the Adventure is nevertheless lurking in its own house, because even the conventional, less expensive GS is already a fine all-rounder.

Great ride comfort

extreme range

good ergonomics

excellent weather protection

bulbous torque

clean response

generally good rideability due to low centre of gravity

customisation options.

High weight noticeable in the braking zone

high price