BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs. Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2025

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2025

Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2025

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2025

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2025

Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2025

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2009 compared to Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2025

BMW R 1200 GS 2009
Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke59 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power152 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque106 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque9,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12.2
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,210 mmLength2,150 mm
WidthWidth915 mmWidth925 mm
HeightHeight1,450 mmHeight1,350 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,507 mmWheelbase1,470 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height845 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight229 kgKerb Weight232 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2025

Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2025

The Suzuki GSX-S1000GX does a damn good job as a crossover bike. The range of possible uses is huge. You feel equally comfortable in the saddle when riding in a sporty style and when travelling comfortably. A very practical bike with which you can have a lot of fun and enjoy touring long distances.

insanely good engine

great reponsiveness, great torque curve

Very good integration of the quickshifter including perfect shifting

Very high-quality overall impression - the bike is very reliable

Very stable riding performance in all situations

Good electronic suspension enables a very wide range of use

The bike looks authentic both as a comfortable touring machine and as an aggressive sports bike

Pleasant seating comfort

Accessible and logical operation of the electronics

Very harmonious riding performance

Hardly any vibrations and no disturbing noises - the bike presents itself very confidently

automatic mode of the suspension adapts optimally to different road conditions

The maximum payload is 198kg. For a touring motorbike, this is a little too tight

The extensive standard equipment in this price range lacks a centre stand and heated grips Integration of sat nav is cumbersome - no suitable mounting point available, standard software not a fully-fledged solution

Standard tyres seem unwieldy and spoil the great impression

Windscreen can only be adjusted with tools

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs Suzuki GSX-S1000GX

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