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

In terms of technical specifications, the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021 features a V-type engine with a bore of 105 mm and a stroke of 72 mm. It delivers a powerful 150 HP and 127 Nm of torque. The bike has an electric start and a chain transmission. It is equipped with a 1252cc displacement engine. The front suspension consists of a telescopic upside-down fork with a diameter of 47 mm and a travel of 191 mm. The suspension can be adjusted for compression, preload, and recovery. The rear suspension is a swingarm with a monoshock and a travel of 191 mm. The chassis is made of aluminum and has a double cradle frame. The rake angle is 65 degrees and the trail is 157 mm. The front brakes are dual disc type. The bike is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, curve ABS, ride-by-wire, cruise control, and traction control. The front tire has a diameter of 19 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 170 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The bike has a wheelbase of 1585 mm and a seat height of 850 mm. The curb weight, including ABS, is 258 kg. It has a fuel tank capacity of 21.2 liters, providing a range of 432 km. The combined fuel consumption is 4.9 l/100km. The bike is equipped with Bluetooth, connectivity, heated grips, cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, TFT screen, and adjustable windshield.

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS 2021 is equipped with a boxer type engine with a bore of 102.5 mm and a stroke of 76 mm. It delivers 136 HP and 143 Nm of torque. The bike also has an electric start and a shaft drive transmission. It has a 1254cc displacement engine. The front suspension is a Telelever type with a diameter of 37 mm and a travel of 190 mm. The suspension can be adjusted for preload. The rear suspension is a single swingarm with a monoshock and a travel of 200 mm. The suspension can be adjusted for preload and recovery. The chassis is made of steel and has a motor support frame. The rake angle is 62.9 degrees and the trail is 109 mm. The front brakes are dual disc type. The bike is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, traction control, hill start assist, riding modes, curve ABS, ride-by-wire, and traction control. The dimensions of the tires, wheelbase, seat height, curb weight, fuel tank capacity, range, and fuel consumption are similar to the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021. The BMW R 1250 GS 2021 is equipped with cornering lights, LED headlights, and an adjustable windshield.

In terms of strengths, the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021 offers a sporty engine, comfortable seating position, good passenger capability, extensive electronics, original HD saddlebag system, wind protection, ABS and TC for curves, optional seat lowering when stopped, and good off-road characteristics. On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS 2021 offers great riding comfort and excellent ergonomics, a powerful engine, excellent connectivity application, easy-to-read screen, confident feel in the saddle, practical riding aids, versatile chassis that adapts to all terrains, and easy handling.

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

However, the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021 has a weakness in terms of engine heating in city mode and the unavailability of a gear lever. The BMW R 1250 GS 2021 has a weakness in terms of an overall irregular appearance and somewhat clumsy low RPM gear shifts.