BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014 vs. Triumph Bonneville Bobber 2022

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

Triumph Bonneville Bobber 2022

Overview - BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014 vs Triumph Bonneville Bobber 2022

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

Triumph Bonneville Bobber 2022

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014 compared to Triumph Bonneville Bobber 2022

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

Triumph Bonneville Bobber 2022

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

Triumph Bonneville Bobber 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	In line crankpin offset
Bore	Bore	101 mm	Bore	97.6 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	80 mm
Engine power	Engine power	125 HP	Engine power	78 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	6,100 rpm
Torque	Torque	125 Nm	Torque	106 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	10
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,170 ccm	Displacement	1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Strut	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Double cradle

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Riding modes	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	130 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	16 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	90 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,255 mm	Length	2,220 mm
Width	Width	980 mm	Width	800 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,510 mm	Wheelbase	1,500 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	910 mm	Seat Height	690 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	260 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	251 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	12 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

In the last 30 years of its development, the GS has learned everything you need to know to remain the best-selling motorbike over 500 cubic metres for years - worldwide!

easy to ride

33-litre tank

ergonomics

brakes

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Triumph Bonneville Bobber 2022

The Triumph Bobber 2026 is the quiet queen of coolness. It doesn't need top values to shine, but shines with composure, torque and mechanical honesty. The Speedmaster counters this with the same genes in a different body: more comfortable, more majestic, with clear limits to the sporty radius. Together, they make a pair that you won't think of leaving the garage once you've ridden one. For soloists who want to breathe style, it's the Bobber. For connoisseurs seeking wide horizons without haste, it's the Speedmaster. And for all those who have both, the common denominator has finally been found.

superior torque curve

very low seat height with a lot of confidence

unobtrusive, effective electronics

high-quality feel of controls

stable, relaxed suspension on the country road

cruise control integrated in a practical manner

Limited maximum lean angle

bobber only suitable for two riders to a limited extent

bobber comfort limited on long days