BMW R 1250 GS 2022 vs. Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

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Overview - BMW R 1250 GS 2022 vs Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

The BMW R 1250 GS 2022 and the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023 are both powerful and versatile enduro motorcycles. However, they have some key differences in terms of their technical specifications and strengths.

Starting with the engines, the BMW R 1250 GS 2022 is equipped with a boxer engine, while the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023 features an in-line engine. The BMW has a larger displacement of 1254 ccm compared to the Triumph's 1160 ccm. In terms of power, the Triumph has a slight advantage with 150 HP compared to the BMW's 136 HP. However, the BMW offers higher torque at 143 Nm compared to the Triumph's 130 Nm.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles offer a comfortable ride. The BMW R 1250 GS 2022 features a Telelever front suspension with a diameter of 37 mm and a travel of 190 mm. The Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023, on the other hand, has an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 49 mm and a travel of 200 mm. Both motorcycles have a monoshock rear suspension with a travel of 200 mm.

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles have a steel frame. However, the BMW R 1250 GS 2022 has a load-bearing engine frame, while the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023 has a tubular frame. The BMW has a slightly steeper rake of 62.9 degrees compared to the Triumph's 65.9 degrees. The trail is also different, with the BMW having 109 mm and the Triumph having 120 mm.

Both motorcycles have double disk front brakes and offer advanced rider assistance systems. The BMW R 1250 GS 2022 comes with ABS, anti-slipping control, hill start assist, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. The Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023 offers hill start assist, electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, collision warning, cornering ABS, ride by wire, shift assistant with blipper, cruise control, blind spot assist, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 19 inches. However, the BMW has a rear tire width of 170 mm and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the Triumph has a rear tire width of 150 mm and a rear tire diameter of 18 inches. The wheelbase is slightly longer on the Triumph with 1560 mm compared to the BMW's 1525 mm. Both motorcycles have a seat height of 850 mm, which can be adjusted up to 870 mm. The BMW weighs 249 kg with ABS, while the Triumph weighs 255 kg.

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles offer a range of features. The BMW R 1250 GS 2022 comes with cornering lights, LED headlights, and an adjustable windscreen. The Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023 offers Bluetooth connectivity, heated grips, a keyless system, cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, a heated seat, a TFT display, and an adjustable windscreen.

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

In terms of strengths, the BMW R 1250 GS 2022 is known for its torquey boxer engine, comfortable seating position, great app integration, sophisticated operating concept, and easy driveability. The Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023, on the other hand, is praised for its silky yet powerful engine, semi-active chassis with wide adjustment range, excellent brakes, comfortable ergonomics, and extensive equipment with many comfort features as standard.

However, both motorcycles have some weaknesses. The BMW R 1250 GS 2022 has been criticized for its awkward shifting at low revs, lax seat, and brakes and suspension that are not on par with the competition. The Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023 has been noted for its limited lean angle clearance, high-frequency vibrations at cruising speed, and slightly sluggish turn-in behavior with standard tires.

In conclusion, both the BMW R 1250 GS 2022 and the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023 are capable and feature-rich enduro motorcycles. They offer different strengths and weaknesses, so it ultimately comes down to personal preference and riding style when choosing between them.

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS 2022 compared to Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2022
Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore102.5 mmBore90 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke60.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power150 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque130 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio13.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquid-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement1,160 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter37 mmDiameter49 mm
TravelTravel190 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel200 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeTubular
RakeRake62.9 degreeRake65.9 degree
TrailTrail109 mmTrail120 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter305 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter276 mmDiameter282 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsHill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Collision warning, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Blind Spot Assist, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 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 height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,207 mmLength2,256 mm
WidthWidth952.5 mmWidth982 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,525 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height850 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to870 mmSeat Height up to870 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)249 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)255 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity30 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentCornering lights, LED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, Heated grips, Keyless System, Cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, Heated seat, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

The BMW R 1250 GS presents itself as a very complete motorbike even in 2022. Confident and well-balanced, it convinces on intensive rides. The motorbike scores points with its wonderful engine, great ergonomics and practical riding aids including great app integration. However, in direct comparison with other touring enduros in the top league, it is now showing its first weaknesses in terms of equipment and the components installed. However, the 136 hp from the boxer engine is convincing in every situation.

Extremely torquey boxer engine

Comfortable seating position, suitable for long distances

Great app integration

Sophisticated operating concept

Great ergonomics

Many customisation options

Great handling with strong confidence in the front

Easy driveability.

Shifting is awkward at low revs

seat too lax

brakes and suspension no longer on a par with the strong competition.

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Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

The Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer is a typical premium touring enduro, with very comprehensive equipment and real long-distance qualities. With regard to the competition, it may lack a bit of a unique selling point and also has some minor shortcomings, but no other big enduro offers such a good price-performance ratio. Buy it, put it on and ride off is the motto. The GT Explorer doesn't need dozens of ticks in the accessories catalogue, everything you need is already there.

Silky, yet powerful engine

Semi-active chassis with wide adjustment range

Excellent brakes

Comfortable ergonomics

Extensive equipment with many comfort features from standard.

Quite limited lean angle clearance

High-frequency vibrations at cruising speed

Slightly sluggish turn-in behaviour with standard tyres

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 GS vs Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer

There are a few key differences between a BMW R 1250 GS 2022 and a Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023 is about 4% higher. Compared to Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023 there are more BMW R 1250 GS 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 36 compared to 19. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1250 GS with 50 days compared to 115 days for a Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 50 reviews for the BMW R 1250 GS and 8 reviews for the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer since model year 2022. The first review for the BMW R 1250 GS was published on 9/19/2018 and now has more than 305,600 views. This compares to more than 62,100 views for the first review on Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer published on 12/7/2021.

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