Yamaha XJ6 2016 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Yamaha XJ6 2016

Yamaha XJ6 2016

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

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Technical Specifications Yamaha XJ6 2016 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Yamaha XJ6 2016
BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power78 HPEngine power98 HP
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement600 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,519 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height840 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha XJ6 2016

Yamaha XJ6 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha XJ6 vs BMW R 1200 GS

Price Yamaha XJ6

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Price BMW R 1200 GS

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