BMW K 1300 R 2009 vs. Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2013

BMW K 1300 R 2009

Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2013

Technical Specifications BMW K 1300 R 2009 compared to Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2013

BMW K 1300 R 2009

Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2013

BMW K 1300 R 2009

Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2013

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	80 mm	Bore	74 mm
Stroke	Stroke	64.3 mm	Stroke	71 mm
Engine power	Engine power	173 HP	Engine power	118.3 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	5,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	140 Nm	Torque	167 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13	Compression Ratio	9.8
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Prop shaft
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,293 ccm	Displacement	1,832 ccm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Paralever	Suspension	Single swing arm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Three pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Three pistons

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	18 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,228 mm	Length	2,635 mm
Width	Width	856 mm	Width	945 mm
Height	Height	1,095 mm	Height	1,455 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,585 mm	Wheelbase	1,690 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	820 mm	Seat Height	740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	25 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW K 1300 R 2009

The throttle grip is pulled open, the K pushes forward and then, when you take a short break on other motorbikes, you simply stay fully on the throttle with the souped-up K and push in the next gear. A real gem for demanding races.

Sharp looks

plenty of power

comfort

relaxed ride

optimised system

ABS

RDC

EVO

ASC

ESA 2.

Curve settling-in period at the beginning.

Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2013

You like a Honda GoldWing - or you don't. For many people, the bulky, 421-kilo ship is simply too heavy. And that's perfectly legitimate, after all, not everyone can handle such a hunk. But once the Gold Wing is in motion, it is surprisingly easy to ride, thanks to the silky six-cylinder boxer engine. The braking system is also extremely reliable and precise. Of course, you can't demand too much sportiness given the limited lean angle, but you hardly have to make any concessions when it comes to the luxury features such as the sound system, navigation system, ventilation, heating and luggage compartment. And the 40th Anniversary Edition also looks very good with its noble paintwork.

incredible luxury

excellent wind protection

silky smooth engine

sound system

navigation system

comfortable chassis

excellent brakes

travel-friendly ergonomics

little lean angle clearance

windshield only manually adjustable

the engine has a lot of work with the high weight

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW K 1300 R vs Honda GL 1800 Goldwing

Price BMW K 1300 R

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