BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Vs BMW R 1200 RS comparison
Compare BMW R 1200 GS Adventure and BMW R 1200 RS
Trying to figure out which of these bikes or scooters to buy? Compare the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Vs BMW R 1200 RS on CarAndBike to make an informed buying decision as to which bike to buy in 2019. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these two-wheelers.
Compare Price
The ex-showroom, New Delhi price of the BMW R 1200 RS starts at ₹ 16.48 Lakh and goes up to ₹ 17.53 Lakh for top-end model. On the other hand, the price of the base version of the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure starts at ₹ 18.28 Lakh and goes up to ₹ 22.19 Lakh for top-end model.
Compare Mileage
As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the BMW R 1200 RS base engine returns 20 kmpl. The BMW R 1200 GS Adventure base engine returns 20 kmpl.
Compare Engine
In the powertrain department, the BMW R 1200 RS gets a 1170 cc that produces 123 bhp peak power. The BMW R 1200 GS Adventure comes in a 1170 cc that produces 123 bhp peak power.
Engine Cc |
1170.0 cc | 1170.0 cc |
No Of Cylinder |
2 | 2 |
Max Power |
123 bhp @ 7750 rpm | 123 bhp @ 7750 rpm |
Max Torque |
125 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 125 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
Valves Per Cylinder |
4 | 4 |
Fuel Delivery |
Electronic intake pipe injection | Electronic intake pipe injection |
Cooling System |
Air/liquid-cooled | Air/liquid-cooled |
Starting Mechanism |
Self Start | Self Start |
Fuel Tank Capacity |
30 L | 18 L |
Reserve Fuel Capacity |
4 L | 4 L |
Mileage |
20 Kmpl | 20 Kmpl |
Overall Riding Range |
600 km | 360 km |
Kerb Weight |
263 kg | 236 kg |
Length |
2255 mm | 2202 mm |
Width |
980 mm | 925 mm |
Height |
1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase |
1510 mm | 1527 mm |
Ground Clearance |
N/A | N/A |
Seat Height |
890 mm | 820 mm |
No. Of Gears |
6 | 6 |
Clutch |
Oil lubricated clutch, hydraulically operated | Oil lubricated clutch, hydraulically operated |
Chassis Type |
Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine | Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine |
Front Suspension |
BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 37 mm, central spring strut | Telescopic Upside-Down fork; stanchion diameter 45 mm |
Rear Suspension |
Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable at handwheel | Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable at handwheel |
Front Brake Type |
Dual Disc | Dual Disc |
Rear Brake Type |
Disc | Disc |
Front Disc/Drum Size |
305 mm | 320 mm |
Rear Disc/Drum Size |
276 mm | 276 mm |
Wheel Size |
19 inches | 17 inches |
Wheel Type |
Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Front Tyre |
120/70 R 19 | 120/70 ZR 17 |
Rear Tyre |
170/60 R 17 | 180/55 ZR 17 |
Battery |
12V / 11,8Ah, Maintenance Free | 12V / 12Ah, maintenance-free |
Headlight |
LED | Halogen |
Tail Light |
LED | LED |
Speedometer |
Analogue | Digital |
Tachometer |
Analogue | Analogue |
Gear Indicator |
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Fuel Warning Indicator |
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Fuel Gauge |
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Low Oil Indicator |
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Low Battery Indicator |
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Pillion Seat |
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Pillion Grabrail |
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Engine Kill Switch |
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Clock |
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Tripmeter Type |
Digital | Digital |
Tripmeter Count |
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Pass Light |
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