BMW R 1200 RS
BMW R 1200 RS
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RM 104,500
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BMW R 1200 RS vs Kawasaki 1400 GTR ABS Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW R 1200 RS and Kawasaki 1400 GTR ABS, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The BMW R 1200 RS priced at RM 104,500 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 RS houses a 1170 engine.

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Overview: R 1200 RS 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

4/5
1 reviews
4.69/5
13 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • fantastic sports tourer

    I was in search of a bike that can be used for highways and track days as well. Then I came across BMW R 1200 RS and I did not think twice and bought...

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    Reginall Dec 02, 2019 for BMW R 1200 RS
  • 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 18.0 L 22.0 L
Drive Type Shaft Drive Shaft Drive
Emission Control Euro 3 --
Exhaust Pipes Single Exhuast Single Exhuast
Bore X Stroke 101 mm x 73 mm 84 mm x 61 mm
Compression Ratio 12.5:1 10.7:1
Maximum Torque 125 Nm 136 Nm
Top Speed 200 kmph --
No. Of Cylinder 2 4
Lubrication System Wet Sump Wet Sump
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
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Cooling System Air/Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Clutch Type Oil Lubricated, Hydraulically Operated Wet, Multi-Plate
Alternator 508 W --
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Injection Type Indirect Injection --
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 Super Sport Touring
Seating Capacity 2 2
Width 925 mm 790 mm
Kerb Weight 236 kg 305 kg
Wheel Base 1527 mm 1520 mm
Length 2202 mm 2230 mm
Height 1250 mm 1345 mm
Seat Height 820 mm 815 mm
Gross Weight 450 kg --
Ground Clearance -- 125 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

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

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension Swing Arm Uni Trak
Suspension Travel(Front) 140 mm 113 mm
Suspension Travel(Rear) 140 mm 136 mm
Front Suspension USD Telescopic Fork Inverted Fork

Electrical

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

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre 180/55 ZR17 190/50 ZR17
Front Tyre 120/70 ZR17 120/70 ZR17
Tyre Type Runflat Runflat
Rear Wheel Size R17 ZR17
Front Wheel Size R17 ZR17

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 Rain, Race, Sport Rain, Race, Sport Touring, Road Touring, Road
Leg Guards No No
Traction Control No --
Launch Control No No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Back Rest No No
Wheel Lock Front/back No No
Stability Control Yes --
Side Reflectors -- Yes
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
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Speedometer Analog Analog Yes
Side Stand Indicator No No
Navigator No --
Oil Change Indicator Yes Yes
Display Screen Yes Yes
Tachometer Yes Yes
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Electrical

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

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 -- 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

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control No --
Height Adjustable Seats No Yes

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