BMW R 1200 GS 2008 vs. Yamaha MT-01 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

Yamaha MT-01 2009

Yamaha MT-01 2009

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2008 vs Yamaha MT-01 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

Yamaha MT-01 2009

Yamaha MT-01 2009

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2008 compared to Yamaha MT-01 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2008
Yamaha MT-01 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power100 HPEngine power90 HP
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,670 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,519 mmWheelbase1,525 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height825 mm
Dry WeightDry Weight205 kgDry Weight265 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

If you're a bit indecisive when buying a motorbike, and would prefer to have an egg-laying pillow, the 1200 is the best choice. In addition, the 1200 is the only true GS, namely the GS with a boxer engine and cardan drive.

Safe riding experience

ideal for longer rides

ESA

ASC

maintenance-free card drive, very comfortable.

High purchase price

high weight

high seat

unsuitable off-road

Yamaha MT-01 2009

Yamaha MT-01 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs Yamaha MT-01

Price BMW R 1200 GS

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Price Yamaha MT-01

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