BMW R 1200 RT 2018 vs. Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024

BMW R 1200 RT 2018

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024
Overview - BMW R 1200 RT 2018 vs Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024

BMW R 1200 RT 2018

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024
Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 RT 2018 compared to Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
BMW R 1200 RT 2018

It was predictable that the new R 1200 RT would perform even better with the new partially water-cooled boxer engine. Although 125 hp and 125 Newton metres of torque have quite a bit to haul with the 274 kilos ready to ride, the RT retains its unbelievable effervescence from below. This makes it extremely agile, especially on corner exit after a hairpin bend. In combination with the gearshift assistant Pro (which is, of course, available at extra cost), the gears just flow and you involuntarily move more sportily than you might have intended. The big bonus points of the R 1200 RT are its good workmanship, the simple and easy-to-follow operating principle and, last but not least, its small turning circle.
Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024

The Honda CB650R E-Clutch impressed in our 2024 long term test bike with its combination of a classic four-cylinder engine and state-of-the-art E-Clutch technology. It offers a balanced riding experience that is enjoyable both in everyday life and on sporty rides. Despite minor weaknesses, such as its higher weight and standard tyres, it remains a reliable and powerful naked bike that stands out above all for its comfort, user-friendliness and innovative technology.