BMW F 650 GS 2009 vs. BMW R 1200 R 2009

BMW F 650 GS 2009

BMW F 650 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 R 2009

BMW R 1200 R 2009

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Overview - BMW F 650 GS 2009 vs BMW R 1200 R 2009

BMW F 650 GS 2009

BMW F 650 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 R 2009

BMW R 1200 R 2009

Technical Specifications BMW F 650 GS 2009 compared to BMW R 1200 R 2009

BMW F 650 GS 2009
BMW R 1200 R 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore82 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke75.6 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power71 HPEngine power109 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque75 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement798 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,280 mmLength2,145 mm
WidthWidth890 mmWidth872 mm
HeightHeight1,240 mmHeight1,285 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,495 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height800 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight179 kgKerb Weight223 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 650 GS 2009

BMW F 650 GS 2009

When it comes to optional extras, accessories and driver equipment, BMW is the benchmark for us. The driver can have his vehicle configured exactly to his wishes and also order the matching clothing at the same time.

Manoeuvrability

agility

low seat height can be reduced again

heated grips

comfortable seat

resale value.

Wind protection somewhat suboptimal compared to the F800.

BMW R 1200 R 2009

BMW R 1200 R 2009

The predecessor was already able to be ridden in a sporty manner as well as convincing on tours, the new R 1200 R can do even more - thanks to the pannier system (of course at extra cost), travelling is still no problem, but it masters sport even better. Thanks to the now partially water-cooled boxer twin-cylinder engine, it is wonderfully agile - 125 hp may not seem like much on paper, but the engine pushes incredibly and behaves in a cultivated manner to boot. The chassis and brakes also score highly and the seating position is sporty and upright, covering a wide spectrum from wonderful fun to long-distance touring. Unfortunately, BMW also understands the trick with the surcharge list perfectly. The basic model is well equipped with ABS that can be deactivated, traction control that can also be deactivated and two driving modes, but many interesting gimmicks are almost obligatory - and of course drive the price way up.

Sporty look

powerful engine

good sound

comfortable seating position

ABS and traction control standard

two riding modes

Many cool features only available at extra cost

poorly readable speedometer and rev counter

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 650 GS vs BMW R 1200 R

Price BMW F 650 GS

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Price BMW R 1200 R

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