BMW R 1250 GS vs 2024 BMW R 1300 GS
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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.
- BMW R 1250 GS 85 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 BMW R 1300 GS 85 cm Lowest seat here
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 136 hp (BMW R 1250 GS) up to 145 hp (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Torque spans 143 Nm (BMW R 1250 GS) up to 149 Nm (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Weight spans 216 kg (BMW R 1250 GS) to 237 kg (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW R 1250 GS | BMW R 1300 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | BMW |
| Model | BMW R 1250 GS | BMW R 1300 GS |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 136hp | 145hp |
| Torque | 143nm. | 149nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 216kg | 237kg |
| Front brake | Dual disc brakes, floating brake discs, 305 mm diameter, 4-piston radial calipers | Dual disc brakes, semi-floating type brake discs, 310 mm diameter, 4-piston radial brake calipers. |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, 276 mm diameter, dual-piston floating caliper. | Single disc brake, 285 mm diameter, 2-piston floating caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 85cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 R 19 | 120/70 x R19 |
| Rear tyre | 170/60 R 17 | 170/60 x R17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever, support diameter 37 mm, central spring linkage | BMW Motorrad EVO Telelever, handlebar tilt decoupling via flexible element, central suspension spring. |
| Rear suspension | Cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, BMW Motorrad Paralever; WAD support shock absorber (riding shock absorber), hydraulic preload adjustment with handwheel (continuously variable), adjustable rebound | BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, swingarm pivot axle, central WAD spring connection, continuously adjustable spring preload. |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 235km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 24 L – 5.2 L/100km | 19 L – 5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $15000 | $18895 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View BMW price list |
| Extra features | -TFT color display with Connectivity features DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) -Integrated ABS Pro (ABS optimized for lean-angle) 3 riding modes (ECO, Rain, and Road) HSC (Hill Start Control) USB charging socket |
-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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2023 BMW R 1250 GS vs 2024 BMW R 1300 GS: listed specifications
The 2023 BMW R 1250 GS and 2024 BMW R 1300 GS are closely matched in torque and displacement, while the R 1250 GS has a lower listed weight, and the R 1300 GS has more peak power.
Engine displacement
R 1250 GS and R 1300 GS have very similar engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1100 cc).
Peak power
R 1300 GS has a modest listed power advantage (145 hp vs 136 hp).
Torque
R 1250 GS and R 1300 GS have very similar listed torque (143 Nm vs 149 Nm).
Listed top speed
R 1250 GS and R 1300 GS have very similar listed top speeds (235 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
R 1250 GS is notably lighter on the listed weight (216 kg vs 237 kg). R 1250 GS and R 1300 GS have very similar seat heights (85 cm vs 85 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power and weight, while displacement, torque, listed top speed and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW R 1250 GS vs BMW R 1300 GS?
BMW R 1300 GS is listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) vs 235 km/h (146 mph) for BMW R 1250 GS.
Which has more horsepower, BMW R 1250 GS or BMW R 1300 GS?
BMW R 1300 GS has 145 hp compared with 136 hp on the BMW R 1250 GS.
Which is lighter, BMW R 1250 GS or BMW R 1300 GS?
BMW R 1250 GS is lighter at 216 kg vs 237 kg for BMW R 1300 GS.
Which is better, BMW R 1250 GS or BMW R 1300 GS?
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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