2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs HONDA NC750X
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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
- HONDA NC750X 80 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 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 58.5 hp (HONDA NC750X) up to 145 hp (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Torque spans 69 Nm (HONDA NC750X) up to 149 Nm (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Weight spans 224 kg (HONDA NC750X) to 237 kg (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Displacement spans 700 cc (HONDA NC750X) to 1100 cc (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
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| Specification | BMW R 1300 GS | HONDA NC750X |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | HONDA |
| Model | BMW R 1300 GS | HONDA NC750X |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | 700cc |
| Power | 145hp | 58.5hp |
| Torque | 149nm. | 69nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 237kg | 224kg |
| Front brake | Dual disc brakes, semi-floating type brake discs, 310 mm diameter, 4-piston radial brake calipers. | 320mm single wavy hydraulic disc with 2-piston caliper and sintered metal pads. 2-channel ABS. |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, 285 mm diameter, 2-piston floating caliper | 240mm single wavy hydraulic disc with 2-piston caliper and resin mold pads. 2-channel ABS. |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 80cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 x R19 | 120/70ZR-17M/C |
| Rear tyre | 170/60 x R17 | 160/60ZR-17M/C |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO Telelever, handlebar tilt decoupling via flexible element, central suspension spring. | 41mm telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, swingarm pivot axle, central WAD spring connection, continuously adjustable spring preload. | Monoshock damper, Pro-Link swingarm, 150mm travel |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 240km/h | 185km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 19 L – 5 L/100km | 14.1 L – 4 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $18895 | $9899 |
| 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 |
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2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs 2023 HONDA NC750X: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW R 1300 GS and 2023 HONDA NC750X differ on the listed specifications: the R 1300 GS has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the NC750X has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
R 1300 GS has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 700 cc).
Peak power
R 1300 GS has a clear listed power advantage (145 hp vs 58.5 hp).
Torque
R 1300 GS has a clear listed torque advantage (149 Nm vs 69 Nm).
Listed top speed
R 1300 GS has a clear listed top-speed advantage (240 km/h vs 185 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
NC750X has a modest listed weight advantage (224 kg vs 237 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: R 1300 GS is listed higher (85 cm) than NC750X (80 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW R 1300 GS vs HONDA NC750X?
BMW R 1300 GS is listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) vs 185 km/h (115 mph) for HONDA NC750X.
Which has more horsepower, BMW R 1300 GS or HONDA NC750X?
BMW R 1300 GS has 145 hp compared with 59 hp on the HONDA NC750X.
Which is lighter, BMW R 1300 GS or HONDA NC750X?
HONDA NC750X is lighter at 224 kg vs 237 kg for BMW R 1300 GS.
Which is better, BMW R 1300 GS or HONDA NC750X?
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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