BMW R 1200 R 2015 vs. Yamaha R125 2016

BMW R 1200 R 2015

BMW R 1200 R 2015

Yamaha R125 2016

Yamaha R125 2016

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 R 2015 compared to Yamaha R125 2016

BMW R 1200 R 2015
Yamaha R125 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore101 mmBore52 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke58.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power15 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque12.2 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio11.2
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement124.7 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeDeltabox

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width130 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,015 mm
WidthWidth880 mmWidth660 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,515 mmWheelbase1,355 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height818 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity13.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA1

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 R 2015

BMW R 1200 R 2015

The predecessor was already able to be ridden in a sporty manner as well as convincing on tours, the new R 1200 R can do even more - thanks to the pannier system (of course at extra cost), travelling is still no problem, but it masters sport even better. Thanks to the now partially water-cooled boxer twin-cylinder engine, it is wonderfully agile - 125 hp may not seem like much on paper, but the engine pushes incredibly and behaves in a cultivated manner to boot. The chassis and brakes also score highly and the seating position is sporty and upright, covering a wide spectrum from wonderful fun to long-distance touring. Unfortunately, BMW also understands the trick with the surcharge list perfectly. The basic model is well equipped with ABS that can be deactivated, traction control that can also be deactivated and two driving modes, but many interesting gimmicks are almost obligatory - and of course drive the price way up.

Sporty look

powerful engine

good sound, comfortable seating position

ABS and traction control standard

two riding modes

Many cool features only available at extra cost

poorly readable rev counter

Yamaha R125 2016

Yamaha R125 2016

Friends of real supersports bikes listen up, because the Yamaha YZF-R125 could be just the right bike for you in the A1 class. The Yamaha focuses entirely on a sporty appearance, which is not only evident in the R6-like look, but can also be felt in the seating position. The load on the wrists is super-sporty and the knee angle is sharp - perhaps too sharp for tall riders. In return, the YZF-R125 rewards not only with a cool appearance, but also with a very potent engine and a confidence-inspiring chassis that invites high cornering speeds.

powerful engine

sporty seating position

confidence-inspiring ride

high-quality workmanship

Unsuitable for tall riders

More uncomfortable than the competition

Brake could be more toxic

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 R vs Yamaha R125

Price BMW R 1200 R

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Price Yamaha R125

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