BMW K 1200 R 2009 vs. BMW F 850 GS 2023

BMW K 1200 R 2009

BMW K 1200 R 2009

BMW F 850 GS 2023

BMW F 850 GS 2023

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Technical Specifications BMW K 1200 R 2009 compared to BMW F 850 GS 2023

BMW K 1200 R 2009
BMW F 850 GS 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore79 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke59 mmStroke77 mm
Engine powerEngine power163 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpm
TorqueTorque127 NmTorque92 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio12.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
DisplacementDisplacement1.157 ccmDisplacement853 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsSuspension electronically adjustableAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height805 mm
Dry WeightDry Weight211 kgDry Weight211.99 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW K 1200 R 2009

BMW K 1200 R 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW F 850 GS 2023

BMW F 850 GS 2023

The BMW F 850 GS also scores points in 2022 with its pleasant ergonomics and accessible character. Operation is easy and you quickly feel comfortable on the motorbike. The longer the tour, the more you miss the finesse in the details. The damping of the fork is too lax and not adjustable. The engine gets a bit boring in the long run, and the gearstick and quickshifter are always stiff. In direct comparison with other touring enduros, it is always somewhat overshadowed by more exciting models.

Good wind and weather protection

well thought-out operating concept

practical equipment

very accessible operation and driveability in everyday use

good seat comfort

great connectivity solution

Vibrations in the upper rev range

boring engine

stiff quickshifter gearstick

front damping too lax

fork not adjustable

ponderous feel

front brake could do with more bite.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW K 1200 R vs BMW F 850 GS

Price BMW K 1200 R

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Price BMW F 850 GS

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