2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs 2024 QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX

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Technical score (estimate)

Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.

Top on paper
2024 BMW R 1300 GS
100 pts
2024 QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX
0 pts

Usage fit (estimate)

Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.

City / commute

2024 BMW R 1300 GS
48.6 pts
Best fit here
2024 QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX
57.6 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
2024 BMW R 1300 GS
80.6 pts
2024 QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX
40.2 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
2024 BMW R 1300 GS
89.1 pts
2024 QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX
15.1 pts

New rider friendly

2024 BMW R 1300 GS
28.9 pts
Best fit here
2024 QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX
72.1 pts

Seat height (cm)

Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.

  • 2024 BMW R 1300 GS 85 cm Tallest seat here
  • 2024 QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX 83.5 cm Lowest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 1.5 cm.

Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).

Auto summary from specs

Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.

  • Power spans 92 hp (2024 QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX) up to 145 hp (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
  • Torque spans 77 Nm (2024 QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX) up to 149 Nm (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
  • Weight spans 237 kg (2024 BMW R 1300 GS) to 263 kg (2024 QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX).
  • Displacement spans 800 cc (2024 QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX) to 1100 cc (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
Specification BMW R 1300 GS QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX
Brand BMW QJMOTOR
Model BMW R 1300 GS QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX
Engine size Above 1000cc 800cc
Power 145hp 92hp
Torque 149nm. 77nm.
Cylinders / valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves
Weight 237kg 263kg
Front brake Dual disc brakes, semi-floating type brake discs, 310 mm diameter, 4-piston radial brake calipers. Disc ø320mm(double)(ABS)
Rear brake Single disc brake, 285 mm diameter, 2-piston floating caliper Disc ø260mm(ABS)
Seat height (cm) 85cm 83.5cm
Front tyre 120/70 x R19 110/80-19
Rear tyre 170/60 x R17 150/70-17
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension BMW Motorrad EVO Telelever, handlebar tilt decoupling via flexible element, central suspension spring. Telescopic Upside-Down
Rear suspension BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, swingarm pivot axle, central WAD spring connection, continuously adjustable spring preload. Telescopic coil spring oil damped
Motorcycle type Adventure Adventure
Top speed 240km/h 230km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 19 L – 5 L/100km 27 L – 6 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $18895 Price not listed.
Brand price lists View BMW price list View QJMOTOR price list
Extra features

-BMW Motorrad Connectivity with TFT display Matrix LED headlights Daytime running lights Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)

-BMW Motorrad Fully Integrated ABS Pro 4 riding modes (Eco, Rain, Road, Enduro) Hill Start Control (HSC) Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) 

-Dynamic Cruise Control (DCC) Motor drag torque control (MSR) Tire Pressure Control (RDC) Keyless Ride Heated grips Smartphone charging compartment with USB charging socket Handguard protection with integrated turn signal indicators

-TFT display

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2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs 2024 QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX: listed specifications

The 2024 BMW R 1300 GS and 2024 QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX differ on the listed specifications: the R 1300 GS has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.

Engine displacement

R 1300 GS has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 800 cc).

Peak power

R 1300 GS has a clear listed power advantage (145 hp vs 92 hp).

Torque

R 1300 GS has a clear listed torque advantage (149 Nm vs 77 Nm).

Listed top speed

R 1300 GS has a modest listed top-speed advantage (240 km/h vs 230 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

R 1300 GS is notably lighter on the listed weight (237 kg vs 263 kg). SRT 800 SX has a lower listed seat height (83.5 cm vs 85 cm).

Conclusion

The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of BMW R 1300 GS vs QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX?

BMW R 1300 GS is listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) vs 230 km/h (143 mph) for QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX.

Which has more horsepower, BMW R 1300 GS or QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX?

BMW R 1300 GS has 145 hp compared with 92 hp on the QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX.

Which is lighter, BMW R 1300 GS or QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX?

BMW R 1300 GS is lighter at 237 kg vs 263 kg for QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX.

Which is better, BMW R 1300 GS or QJ MOTOR SRT 800 SX?

It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.