BMW R 1200 GS
BMW R 1200 GS
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RM 91,900
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BMW R 1200 GS vs Kawasaki 1400 GTR ABS Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW R 1200 GS and Kawasaki 1400 GTR ABS, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The BMW R 1200 GS priced at RM 91,900 while the Kawasaki 1400 GTR ABS Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 100,770. Comparing the technical specifications, Kawasaki 1400 GTR ABS engine displacement is 1352 while the BMW R 1200 GS houses a 1170 engine.

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Overview: R 1200 GS vs 1400 GTR ABS

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 1170 cc 1352 cc
Maximum Power 125 hp 152.8 hp

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.33/5
3 reviews
4.69/5
13 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Perfect for light off-roading

    I've owned every GS model produced by BMW and have ridden them on different occasions. When BMW launched the R 1250 GS, I got stunned to see the...

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    Douglas Jul 19, 2023 for BMW R 1200 GS
  • Decent quality liter bike from Kawasaki

    I have chosen this unpretentious litre bike which has been whole heartedly greeted by host of bike lovers so far and they are highly satisfied with...

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    timon Feb 15, 2024 for Kawasaki 1400 GTR ABS

From The Experts

Things we like
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Intimidating road presence

Performance

Ride quality

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Things we don't like
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Slightly dated

Pricey

Low-speed manoeuvrability

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1170 cc 1352 cc
Maximum Power 125 hp 152.8 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 20.0 L 22.0 L
Drive Type Shaft Drive Shaft Drive
Bore X Stroke 101 mm x 73 mm 84 mm x 61 mm
Emission Control Euro 3 --
Maximum Torque 125 Nm 136 Nm
Top Speed 200 kmph --
Alternator 580 W --
Compression Ratio 12.5:1 10.7:1
Clutch Type oil lubricated Wet, Multi-Plate
No. Of Cylinder 2 4
Exhaust Pipes 2 In 1 Exhaust Single Exhuast
Engine Type Air/Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, Flat Twin Engine, DOHC In-Line Four Cylinders, 4-Stroke 16-Valves with Variable Valve Timing DOHC, Liquid Cooled
Cooling System Air/Liquid-Cooled Liquid Cooled
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Lubrication System Oil Lubricated Wet Sump
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
RPM at Maximum Torque 6500 rpm 6200 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power 7750 rpm 8800 rpm
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Dimension

Category Adventure Touring Touring
Seating Capacity 2 2
Height 1450 mm 1345 mm
Length 2210 mm 2230 mm
Width 953 mm 790 mm
Kerb Weight 238 kg 305 kg
Gross Weight 450 kg --
Seat Height 850 mm 815 mm
Wheel Base 1507 mm 1520 mm
Ground Clearance -- 125 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Reserve 4.0 L --
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Ignition System -- Digital
Fuel Supply System -- Fuel Injection

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension Swing Arm Uni Trak
Suspension Travel(Rear) 200 mm 136 mm
Suspension Travel(Front) 190 mm 113 mm
Front Suspension BMW Motorrad Telelever Inverted Fork

Wheels & Tyres

Front Wheel Size R19 ZR17
Rear Tyre 170/60 R17 190/50 ZR17
Front Tyre 120/70 R19 120/70 ZR17
Tyre Type Radial Runflat
Rear Wheel Size R17 ZR17

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V
Battery Capacity 11.8 Ah --

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Shutter Lock No No
Riding Modes Sport, Touring, Rain, Road Sport, Touring, Rain, Road Touring, Road Touring, Road
Leg Guards No No
Back Rest No No
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Launch Control No No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Stability Control Yes --
Traction Control Yes --
Wheel Lock Front/back No No
Central Locking No --
Advanced Safety Features -- K-Act ABS K-Act ABS
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Speedometer Analog Analog Yes
Side Stand Indicator No No
Tachometer Yes Yes
Oil Change Indicator Yes Yes
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Display Screen Yes Yes
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Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Type Two Section Two Section Monocoque Monocoque
Body Frame Material Steel Steel Alloy Alloy
Side Wings Yes Yes
Electronic Suspension Adjustment Yes No
Chrome Garnish -- No
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Brake

Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Electrical

Indicator Light Yes Yes
Head Lamp LED LED Bulb Bulb
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control No --
Height Adjustable Seats No Yes

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