BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs. Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014

Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014

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Overview - BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014

Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS 2021 compared to Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014

BMW R 1250 GS 2021
Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore102.5 mmBore74 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power116 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,500 rpm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque167 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque4,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio9.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder2
CoolingCoolingliquid-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement1,832 ccm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSingle swing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonThree pistons

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width130 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height60 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,207 mmLength2,473 mm
WidthWidth952.5 mmWidth942 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,525 mmWheelbase1,707 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height734 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)249 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)341 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity23.2 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

The GS also impressed us with its versatility during the test in November 2021. We rode the bike on a wide variety of terrain and were once again very satisfied. The motorbike convinces in every situation with its easy handling and practicality. On the other hand, it can also be ridden delightfully irrationally.

Great ride comfort and great ergonomics

Powerful engine

Great connectivity app

Easy-to-read display

Confident feel in the saddle

Practical riding aids

Versatile chassis accommodates every route

Easy to ride

Rough overall appearance

gearshifts at low revs somewhat clumsy

Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014

Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014

Honda expanded the Goldwing range very late, last year with the F6B bagger and this year with the naked, but no less massive F6C - so you realise how far the term naked bike can be stretched. As purist as the naked Goldwing is, the powerful appearance with almost 350 kilos is unmistakable. However, a huge six-cylinder boxer engine with over 1800 cubic metres also needs a stable chassis. For despite all the gentleness with which the engine can purr along, the 167 Newton metres of torque are as brute as if you were sitting on a steam catapult. The taut chassis and upright seating position suggest sporty abilities, but the F6C is not an agile cornering machine because of its mass and dimensions. The fact that the Honda Goldwing F6C is also very expensive also fits perfectly into the picture - this exceptional motorbike is not for everyone.

Both smooth and brute six-cylinder boxer engine

enormously smooth running

taut chassis

good brakes

pleasantly upright seating position

bulky appearance with wide radiators

very high weight

tricky handling in the wet

rather expensive

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 GS vs Honda Gold Wing F6C

Price BMW R 1250 GS

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Price Honda Gold Wing F6C

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