2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs 2025 Honda NT1100MT
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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.
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
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
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
- 2025 Honda NT1100MT 82 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 3 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 102 hp (2025 Honda NT1100MT) up to 145 hp (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Torque spans 112 Nm (2025 Honda NT1100MT) up to 149 Nm (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Weight spans 237 kg (2024 BMW R 1300 GS) to 250 kg (2025 Honda NT1100MT).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW R 1300 GS | 2025 Honda NT1100MT |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | HONDA |
| Model | BMW R 1300 GS | 2025 Honda NT1100MT |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 145hp | 102hp |
| Torque | 149nm. | 112nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 237kg | 250kg |
| Front brake | Dual disc brakes, semi-floating type brake discs, 310 mm diameter, 4-piston radial brake calipers. | Radially mounted four-piston brake caliper, 310 mm floating dual discs |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, 285 mm diameter, 2-piston floating caliper | Single-piston caliper, 256 mm single disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 82cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 x R19 | 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) |
| Rear tyre | 170/60 x R17 | 180/55R17 M/C (73W) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO Telelever, handlebar tilt decoupling via flexible element, central suspension spring. | Showa 43 mm inverted fork, adjustable preload, 150 mm travel |
| Rear suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, swingarm pivot axle, central WAD spring connection, continuously adjustable spring preload. | Showa mono-shock, adjustable preload, 150 mm travel |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Touring |
| Top speed | 240km/h | 255km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 19 L – 5 L/100km | 20.2 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $18895 | $25000 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View HONDA 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 |
– LCD display with speedometer, odometer, gear indicator – LED lights, self-canceling indicators, emergency braking lights. Optional: fog lights |
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2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs 2025 Honda NT1100MT: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW R 1300 GS and 2025 Honda NT1100MT are closely matched in displacement, while the R 1300 GS has more peak power and torque, and a lower listed weight, and the NT1100MT has the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
R 1300 GS and NT1100MT have very similar engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1100 cc).
Peak power
R 1300 GS has a clear listed power advantage (145 hp vs 102 hp).
Torque
R 1300 GS has a clear listed torque advantage (149 Nm vs 112 Nm).
Listed top speed
NT1100MT has a modest listed top-speed advantage (255 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
R 1300 GS has a modest listed weight advantage (237 kg vs 250 kg). NT1100MT has a lower listed seat height (82 cm vs 85 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while displacement remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW R 1300 GS vs 2025 Honda NT1100MT?
2025 Honda NT1100MT is listed at 255 km/h (158 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for BMW R 1300 GS.
Which has more horsepower, BMW R 1300 GS or 2025 Honda NT1100MT?
BMW R 1300 GS has 145 hp compared with 102 hp on the 2025 Honda NT1100MT.
Which is lighter, BMW R 1300 GS or 2025 Honda NT1100MT?
BMW R 1300 GS is lighter at 237 kg vs 250 kg for 2025 Honda NT1100MT.
Which is better, BMW R 1300 GS or 2025 Honda NT1100MT?
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.
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