BMW R 1250 GS vs 2024 SUZUKI V-Strom 1050 DE
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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 SUZUKI V-Strom 1050 DE 88 cm Tallest 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 107 hp (2024 SUZUKI V-Strom 1050 DE) up to 136 hp (BMW R 1250 GS).
- Torque spans 100 Nm (2024 SUZUKI V-Strom 1050 DE) up to 143 Nm (BMW R 1250 GS).
- Weight spans 210 kg (2024 SUZUKI V-Strom 1050 DE) to 216 kg (BMW R 1250 GS).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW R 1250 GS | SUZUKI V-Strom 1050 DE |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | SUZUKI |
| Model | BMW R 1250 GS | SUZUKI V-Strom 1050 DE |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 136hp | 107hp |
| Torque | 143nm. | 100nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 216kg | 210kg |
| Front brake | Dual disc brakes, floating brake discs, 305 mm diameter, 4-piston radial calipers | Tokico, 4-piston caliper, dual disc |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, 276 mm diameter, dual-piston floating caliper. | Nissin, 2-piston, single disc. |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 88cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 R 19 | 90/90-21 M/C (54H) Handlebar-mounted |
| Rear tyre | 170/60 R 17 | 150/70R17 M/C (69H) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever, support diameter 37 mm, central spring linkage | Inverted telescopic, dual-spring, oil-damped |
| 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 | Link-type, single shock, dual spring, oil-damped |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 235km/h | 230km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 24 L – 5.2 L/100km | 20 L – 5.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $15000 | $15199 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View SUZUKI 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 |
-Quickshifter, Intelligent riding aids, 5-inch TFT Display, Ride-by-wire |
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2023 BMW R 1250 GS vs 2024 SUZUKI V-Strom 1050 DE: listed specifications
The 2023 BMW R 1250 GS and 2024 SUZUKI V-Strom 1050 DE are closely matched in weight and displacement, while the R 1250 GS has more peak power and torque.
Engine displacement
R 1250 GS and V-Strom 1050 DE have very similar engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1100 cc).
Peak power
R 1250 GS has a clear listed power advantage (136 hp vs 107 hp).
Torque
R 1250 GS has a clear listed torque advantage (143 Nm vs 100 Nm).
Listed top speed
R 1250 GS and V-Strom 1050 DE have very similar listed top speeds (235 km/h vs 230 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
R 1250 GS and V-Strom 1050 DE have very similar listed weights (216 kg vs 210 kg). R 1250 GS has a lower listed seat height (85 cm vs 88 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque and seat height, while displacement, listed top speed and weight remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW R 1250 GS vs SUZUKI V-Strom 1050 DE?
BMW R 1250 GS is listed at 235 km/h (146 mph) vs 230 km/h (143 mph) for SUZUKI V-Strom 1050 DE.
Which has more horsepower, BMW R 1250 GS or SUZUKI V-Strom 1050 DE?
BMW R 1250 GS has 136 hp compared with 107 hp on the SUZUKI V-Strom 1050 DE.
Which is lighter, BMW R 1250 GS or SUZUKI V-Strom 1050 DE?
SUZUKI V-Strom 1050 DE is lighter at 210 kg vs 216 kg for BMW R 1250 GS.
Which is better, BMW R 1250 GS or SUZUKI V-Strom 1050 DE?
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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