2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs CF MOTO 800MT SPORT

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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
85 pts
CF MOTO 800MT SPORT
15 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
32.4 pts
Best fit here
CF MOTO 800MT SPORT
73.9 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
2024 BMW R 1300 GS
97.4 pts
CF MOTO 800MT SPORT
23.4 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
2024 BMW R 1300 GS
89.1 pts
CF MOTO 800MT SPORT
15.1 pts

New rider friendly

2024 BMW R 1300 GS
13.5 pts
Best fit here
CF MOTO 800MT SPORT
87.5 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
  • CF MOTO 800MT SPORT 82.5 cm Lowest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 2.5 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 95 hp (CF MOTO 800MT SPORT) up to 145 hp (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
  • Torque spans 77 Nm (CF MOTO 800MT SPORT) up to 149 Nm (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
  • Weight spans 231 kg (CF MOTO 800MT SPORT) to 237 kg (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
  • Displacement spans 800 cc (CF MOTO 800MT SPORT) to 1100 cc (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).

Reader votes so far — total 1: 2024 BMW R 1300 GS (0); CF MOTO 800MT SPORT (1).

Specification BMW R 1300 GS CF MOTO 800MT SPORT
Brand BMW CF MOTO
Model BMW R 1300 GS CF MOTO 800MT SPORT
Engine size Above 1000cc 800cc
Power 145hp 95hp
Torque 149nm. 77nm.
Cylinders / valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves Single cylinder, 8 valves
Weight 237kg 231kg
Front brake Dual disc brakes, semi-floating type brake discs, 310 mm diameter, 4-piston radial brake calipers. Dual-disc, J.Juan, radial fixed caliper. 320mm (ABS)
Rear brake Single disc brake, 285 mm diameter, 2-piston floating caliper Single disc, J.Juan. 260mm (ABS)
Seat height (cm) 85cm 82.5cm
Front tyre 120/70 x R19 110/80 R19
Rear tyre 170/60 x R17 150/70 R17
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension BMW Motorrad EVO Telelever, handlebar tilt decoupling via flexible element, central suspension spring. KYB upside down. Damping adjustable.
Rear suspension BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, swingarm pivot axle, central WAD spring connection, continuously adjustable spring preload. Damping adjustable
Motorcycle type Adventure Adventure
Top speed 240km/h 230km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 19 L – 5 L/100km 19 L – 6 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $18895 $10799
Brand price lists View BMW price list View CF MOTO 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

-CF-SC slipper clutch

-7-inch TFT Screen, Power modes.

-Cruise control, Cornering ABS. USB+12V DC

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2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs 2023 CF MOTO 800MT SPORT: listed specifications

The 2024 BMW R 1300 GS and 2023 CF MOTO 800MT SPORT are closely matched in weight, while the R 1300 GS has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.

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 95 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 and 800MT SPORT have very similar listed weights (237 kg vs 231 kg). 800MT SPORT has a lower listed seat height (82.5 cm vs 85 cm).

Conclusion

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of BMW R 1300 GS vs CF MOTO 800MT SPORT?

BMW R 1300 GS is listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) vs 230 km/h (143 mph) for CF MOTO 800MT SPORT.

Which has more horsepower, BMW R 1300 GS or CF MOTO 800MT SPORT?

BMW R 1300 GS has 145 hp compared with 95 hp on the CF MOTO 800MT SPORT.

Which is lighter, BMW R 1300 GS or CF MOTO 800MT SPORT?

CF MOTO 800MT SPORT is lighter at 231 kg vs 237 kg for BMW R 1300 GS.

Which is better, BMW R 1300 GS or CF MOTO 800MT SPORT?

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.