BMW R 1250 GS vs YAMAHA SUPER TENERE ES
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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 Tallest seat here
- YAMAHA SUPER TENERE ES 84.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 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 110 hp (YAMAHA SUPER TENERE ES) up to 136 hp (BMW R 1250 GS).
- Torque spans 116 Nm (YAMAHA SUPER TENERE ES) up to 143 Nm (BMW R 1250 GS).
- Weight spans 216 kg (BMW R 1250 GS) to 265 kg (YAMAHA SUPER TENERE ES).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW R 1250 GS | YAMAHA SUPER TENERE ES |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | YAMAHA |
| Model | BMW R 1250 GS | YAMAHA SUPER TENERE ES |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 136hp | 110hp |
| Torque | 143nm. | 116nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 216kg | 265kg |
| Front brake | Dual disc brakes, floating brake discs, 305 mm diameter, 4-piston radial calipers | Dual 310mm hydraulic disc, Unified Brake System and ABS |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, 276 mm diameter, dual-piston floating caliper. | 282mm single disc, Unified Brake System and ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 84.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 R 19 | 110/80R19 |
| Rear tyre | 170/60 R 17 | 150/70R17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever, support diameter 37 mm, central spring linkage | 43mm inverted fork; electronically adjustable compression and rebound damping; 7.5-in travel |
| 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 | Monoshock; electronically adjustable preload and rebound damping; 7.5-in of travel |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 235km/h | 220km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 24 L – 5.2 L/100km | 23 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $15000 | $16299 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View YAMAHA 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 |
-Electronic Suspension, Traction Control, All-Purpose Drivetrain, Cruise Control, D-Mode Throttle |
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2023 BMW R 1250 GS vs 2023 YAMAHA SUPER TENERE ES: listed specifications
The 2023 BMW R 1250 GS and 2023 YAMAHA SUPER TENERE ES are closely matched in displacement, while the R 1250 GS has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
R 1250 GS and SUPER TENERE ES have very similar engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1100 cc).
Peak power
R 1250 GS has a clear listed power advantage (136 hp vs 110 hp).
Torque
R 1250 GS has a clear listed torque advantage (143 Nm vs 116 Nm).
Listed top speed
R 1250 GS has a modest listed top-speed advantage (235 km/h vs 220 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 265 kg). R 1250 GS and SUPER TENERE ES have very similar seat heights (85 cm vs 84.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while displacement and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW R 1250 GS vs YAMAHA SUPER TENERE ES?
BMW R 1250 GS is listed at 235 km/h (146 mph) vs 220 km/h (137 mph) for YAMAHA SUPER TENERE ES.
Which has more horsepower, BMW R 1250 GS or YAMAHA SUPER TENERE ES?
BMW R 1250 GS has 136 hp compared with 110 hp on the YAMAHA SUPER TENERE ES.
Which is lighter, BMW R 1250 GS or YAMAHA SUPER TENERE ES?
BMW R 1250 GS is lighter at 216 kg vs 265 kg for YAMAHA SUPER TENERE ES.
Which is better, BMW R 1250 GS or YAMAHA SUPER TENERE ES?
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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