BMW R 1250 RS 2019 vs. BMW S 1000 RR 2019

The BMW R 1250 RS 2019 is a sport touring motorcycle with a boxer engine. It has a bore of 102.5 mm and a stroke of 76 mm, resulting in a displacement of 1254 cc. The engine produces 136 horsepower and 143 Nm of torque, with a compression ratio of 12.5. It features a 52 mm throttle body and a shaft drive transmission. The R 1250 RS has a 2-cylinder, 4-stroke engine with 4 valves per cylinder and a DOHC valve configuration.

In terms of suspension, the R 1250 RS has a telescopic fork front suspension with 140 mm of travel. The rear suspension is a single swingarm with a monoshock and also has 140 mm of travel. The suspension can be adjusted for preload and recovery, and the material used is aluminum. The frame of the R 1250 RS is made of steel and has a rake of 62.3 degrees and a trail of 110.8 mm.

The front brakes of the R 1250 RS are dual disc with a diameter of 320 mm. They are hydraulically operated and use radial technology. The R 1250 RS also comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, traction control, riding modes, and ride-by-wire throttle.

BMW R 1250 RS 2019

The dimensions and weights of the R 1250 RS include a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, a rear tire width of 180 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, a wheelbase of 1530 mm, a seat height of 820 mm, and a curb weight (with ABS) of 243 kg. The fuel tank has a capacity of 18 liters and the bike is equipped with LED headlights.

On the other hand, the BMW S 1000 RR 2019 is a supersport motorcycle with an inline engine. It has a bore of 80 mm and a stroke of 49.7 mm, resulting in a displacement of 999 cc. The engine produces 207 horsepower and 113 Nm of torque, with a compression ratio of 13.3. It features a 48 mm throttle body and a chain drive transmission. The S 1000 RR has a 4-cylinder, 4-stroke engine with 4 valves per cylinder and a DOHC valve configuration.

In terms of suspension, the S 1000 RR has a telescopic fork front suspension with 120 mm of travel. The rear suspension is a swingarm with a monoshock and also has 117 mm of travel. The suspension can be adjusted for compression, preload, and recovery, and the material used is aluminum. The frame of the S 1000 RR is made of aluminum and has a rake of 66.9 degrees and a trail of 93.9 mm.

The front brakes of the S 1000 RR are dual disc with a diameter of 320 mm. They are hydraulically operated and use radial technology. The S 1000 RR also comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, launch control, quick shifter, and traction control.

BMW S 1000 RR 2019

The dimensions and weights of the S 1000 RR include a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, a rear tire width of 190 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, a wheelbase of 1441 mm, a seat height of 824 mm, and a curb weight (with ABS) of 197 kg. The fuel tank has a capacity of 16.5 liters and the bike is equipped with LED headlights.

In terms of strengths, the R 1250 RS offers precise and stable handling, an agile and high-revving boxer engine, a modern appearance, a comfortable seating position for touring, standard ABS and traction control, selectable riding modes, a color TFT screen, LED headlights, and an extensive list of accessories. On the other hand, the S 1000 RR offers a very linear power delivery, making it more controllable and faster for most riders, a wide range of revs and pleasant dosing, precise DDC performance, a super electronic package, an excellent quick shifter, a more active seating position, and high-quality details like the frame, swingarm, and screen.

In terms of weaknesses, the R 1250 RS could have a higher windshield and many features come at an additional cost. On the other hand, the S 1000 RR has lost some "emotion" due to its linear power delivery, it may feel "too perfect," and navigating through menus may take some time to get used to.