BMW R 1200 RT 2011 vs. BMW F 850 GS 2023

BMW R 1200 RT 2011

BMW R 1200 RT 2011

BMW F 850 GS 2023

BMW F 850 GS 2023

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Overview - BMW R 1200 RT 2011 vs BMW F 850 GS 2023

BMW R 1200 RT 2011

BMW R 1200 RT 2011

BMW F 850 GS 2023

BMW F 850 GS 2023

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 RT 2011 compared to BMW F 850 GS 2023

BMW R 1200 RT 2011
BMW F 850 GS 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke74 mmStroke77 mm
Engine powerEngine power110 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpm
TorqueTorque120 NmTorque92 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12.7
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement853 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

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

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,145 mmLength2,305 mm
WidthWidth906 mmWidth922 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height800 mmSeat Height805 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight223 kgKerb Weight233 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
Top SpeedTop Speed200 km/hTop Speed200 km/h
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 RT 2011

BMW R 1200 RT 2011

The S-class among motorbikes. You want to tour and travel in a relaxed manner, ideally with company, sufficient luggage stowed in the sophisticated, easy-to-use pannier systems. There are not many motorbikes on which women like to ride in the back, but the RT is one of them.

Luxurious

integrated electronics

efficient windshield

comfortable ride

spacious pannier system

quite heavy at 300kg

proud price

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 R 1200 RT vs BMW F 850 GS

Price BMW R 1200 RT

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