BMW R 1200 GS 2018 vs. Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2020

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2020

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2018 compared to Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2020

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2020

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	101 mm	Bore	100 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	111 mm
Torque	Torque	125 Nm	Torque	146 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	2,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	10
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Belt
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	1,170 ccm	Displacement	1,746 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Strut	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Double cradle

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	130 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	18 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,207 mm	Length	2,330 mm
Width	Width	953 mm	Width	972 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,507 mm	Wheelbase	1,625 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	673 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.9 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2018

For over 35 years, BMW has continued to expand the boxer range and is consistently working on the evolution of the GS. In addition to the EURO4 update of the engine with new catalytic converter and mapping, there are now even more features such as the Dynamic ESA Next Generation with automatic riding position compensation, which further improves stability and comfort for the rider. With its subtle colour scheme, the Exclusive version is intended for friends of a neat and subdued appearance and, unlike the flashier Rallye variant, is designed more for the road. Many features are at extra cost, but GS customers usually don't care - 90 percent are ordered with full equipment.

Mature concept

strong engine

easy handling

powerful brakes

adjustable modes and traction control

extensive equipment range

good image and value retention.

many features at extra cost

boxer exposed in really tough terrain