BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018 vs. Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021
Overview - BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018 vs Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021
Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018 compared to Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

As the most successful supplier of large-volume touring enduros, BMW has for years been highly successful in establishing the large R 1200 GS Adventure as the ultimate long-distance touring motorbike. Building on the driving dynamics and high off-road and touring competence of the conventional R 1200 GS, the Adventure represents the maximum solution for off-road touring riders. With its bulky fairing and 30-litre tank, the 125 hp engine has more to haul, but a high degree of agility is still maintained. Nothing is spared in terms of equipment, the big Adventure offers the full programme: ABS, ASC (Automatic Stability Control) and two riding modes "Rain" and "Road" are standard.
Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

To sum up, in everyday and touring use we can say what our first impression already told us: the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special is a touring enduro that can do what a big, strong touring enduro must be able to do in 2021. With enough space for two, with the possibility to leave the beaten track sometimes. Of course, you will hardly tackle the wildest off-road passages with it. But what the rider dares to do on a motorbike of this weight class is more pleasant for the passenger than on many competitors, thanks to the excellent electronic suspension on the Harley. And if pillion skipped the one or other creek crossing, it was only to take photos. And not to get her feet wet. Because even the most modern electronics can't prevent that, but that's what makes such adventure bikes so much fun. It is only when it is dirty that it is identified as such, even in front of the ice cream parlour.