BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014 vs. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2021

The BMW R 1200 GS Adventure model year 2014 and the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure model year 2021 are both enduro motorcycles with similar technical specifications. They both have a Boxer engine type, with the R 1200 GS Adventure having a bore of 101 mm and a stroke of 73 mm, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has a slightly larger bore of 102.5 mm and a stroke of 76 mm. The engine power of the R 1200 GS Adventure is 125 HP, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has a higher engine power of 136 HP. The torque of the R 1200 GS Adventure is 125 Nm, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has a higher torque of 143 Nm. Both motorcycles have a prop shaft transmission and 2 cylinders, with a displacement of 1170 cc for the R 1200 GS Adventure and 1254 cc for the R 1250 GS Adventure.

In terms of suspension, the R 1200 GS Adventure has a front suspension strut and a single swing arm rear suspension. The R 1250 GS Adventure, on the other hand, has a front suspension telelever and a single swing arm rear suspension. Both motorcycles have a steel frame, with the R 1200 GS Adventure having a twin tube load-bearing engine frame type, and the R 1250 GS Adventure having a load-bearing engine frame type.

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

The braking system for both motorcycles is double disk at the front. In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the R 1200 GS Adventure has riding modes, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has ABS, anti-slipping control, hill start assist, electronically adjustable suspension, cornering ABS, and ride by wire.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 170 mm with a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase of the R 1200 GS Adventure is 1510 mm, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1504 mm. The seat height of the R 1200 GS Adventure is 910 mm, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has a lower seat height of 890 mm. The kerb weight of the R 1200 GS Adventure with ABS is 260 kg, while the R 1250 GS Adventure has a slightly higher kerb weight of 268 kg. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of 30 liters.

In terms of strengths, the R 1200 GS Adventure 2014 is praised for being easy to ride, having a 33-liter tank for longer rides, good ergonomics, and reliable brakes. On the other hand, the R 1250 GS Adventure 2021 has several strengths including practical details for frequent riders, a gigantic range, amazingly low fuel consumption, good wind and weather protection, great ride comfort, a powerful engine, a great connectivity app, an easy-to-read display, a confident feeling in the saddle, a pleasant seating position for the pillion passenger, practical riding aids, great headlights, great ergonomics for tall people, and being easy to ride.

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2021

As for weaknesses, the R 1200 GS Adventure 2014 does not have any listed weaknesses. The R 1250 GS Adventure 2021, however, is noted to have a high weight that can strain when maneuvering, somewhat stiff gearshifts at low revs, and a jagged appearance with little elegance.

Overall, the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2021 offers several improvements over the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014, including a more powerful engine, additional advanced rider assistance systems, and various practical features for riders. However, it is also slightly heavier and has some minor drawbacks in terms of maneuverability and aesthetics.