BMW R 1250 RS 2023 vs. Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022

BMW R 1250 RS 2023

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 RS 2023 compared to Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022

BMW R 1250 RS 2023

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022

BMW R 1250 RS 2023

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	102.5 mm	Bore	105 mm
Stroke	Stroke	76 mm	Stroke	72 mm
Engine power	Engine power	136 HP	Engine power	151.98 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	143 Nm	Torque	128 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	13
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid-air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,254 ccm	Displacement	1,252 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Travel	Travel	140 mm	Travel	191 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	140 mm	Travel	191 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Double cradle
Rake	Rake	62.3 degree	Rake	65 degree
Trail	Trail	110.8 mm	Trail	157 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	276 mm	Diameter	280 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control

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	2,202 mm	Length	2,270 mm
Width	Width	925 mm	Width	965 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,530 mm	Wheelbase	1,585 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	820 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	243 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	258 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	21.2 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	378 km	Range	432 km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	4.75 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	4.9 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	Bluetooth, Connectivity, Heated grips, Cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 RS 2023

For me, the BMW R 1250 RS epitomises the classic sports tourer to perfection. The seating position, the engine tuning, the suspension and the electronics - everything has been done just right. For me, the best sport touring motorcycle on the market comes from BMW.

High stability in long turns

agile, revvy boxer engine

good looks

comfortable riding position

extensive accessories list

great ESA suspension

great balance between sport and touring

good feel for the front

wide handlebars for precise control

compact but practical windscreen adjustment

good mirror position

Low position of the sat nav requires looking away from the road

Combined Braking System with ABS requires familiarisation

Cardan drive requires somewhat rougher gear changes

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022

The Pan America 1250 is Harley-Davidson's first attempt in the segment of large touring enduros - and it is quite a success! Apart from a few, actually negligible flaws, the Pan America 1250 Special is an all-round good adventure bike. On paved roads, it shows its thoroughly sporty character and ranks pretty well in the league of the usual suspects in this class. With innovative features like the Adaptive Ride Height System, the Americans could even manage to acquire a larger number of new customers for whom the usual suspects are all too high.

Sporty engine

comfortable seating position

extensive electronics

independent look

cornering ABS standard, cornering TC standard

optional seat lowering when stationary.

Workmanship and haptics partly below average

quickshifter at extra cost and not perfect

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BMW R 1250 RS 2023 vs. Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 RS 2023 compared to Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Equipment

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 RS 2023

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 RS vs Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special

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