BMW R 1250 R 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 R 82 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 BMW R 1300 GS 85 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 136 hp (BMW R 1250 R) up to 145 hp (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Torque spans 143 Nm (BMW R 1250 R) up to 149 Nm (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Weight spans 221 kg (BMW R 1250 R) to 237 kg (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW R 1250 R | BMW R 1300 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | BMW |
| Model | BMW R 1250 R | 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 | 221kg | 237kg |
| Front brake | Twin disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper | Dual disc brakes, semi-floating type brake discs, 310 mm diameter, 4-piston radial brake calipers. |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, 2-piston floating caliper | Single disc brake, 285 mm diameter, 2-piston floating caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 82cm | 85cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70 x R19 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55 ZR17 | 170/60 x R17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork | BMW Motorrad EVO Telelever, handlebar tilt decoupling via flexible element, central suspension spring. |
| Rear suspension | Cast aluminum single-sided swingarm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD shock absorber, spring preload continuously adjustable hydraulically by handwheel | BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, swingarm pivot axle, central WAD spring connection, continuously adjustable spring preload. |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Adventure |
| Top speed | 245km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 18 L – 5.5 L/100km | 19 L – 5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $14995 | $18895 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View BMW price list |
| Extra features | -TFT colour display with BMW Motorrad Connectivity, Full LED headlight, Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) -Integral ABS Pro (lean-optimised ABS), 3 riding modes (Eco, Rain, and Road), Hill Start Control (HSC) -USB charging socket, Intelligent emergency call, Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) |
-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 R vs 2024 BMW R 1300 GS: listed specifications
The 2023 BMW R 1250 R and 2024 BMW R 1300 GS are closely matched in torque and displacement, while the R 1250 R has a lower listed weight, and the R 1300 GS has more peak power.
Engine displacement
R 1250 R 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 R and R 1300 GS have very similar listed torque (143 Nm vs 149 Nm).
Listed top speed
R 1250 R and R 1300 GS have very similar listed top speeds (245 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
R 1250 R has a modest listed weight advantage (221 kg vs 237 kg). R 1250 R has a lower listed seat height (82 cm vs 85 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, weight and seat height, while displacement, torque and listed top speed remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW R 1250 R vs BMW R 1300 GS?
BMW R 1250 R is listed at 245 km/h (152 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for BMW R 1300 GS.
Which has more horsepower, BMW R 1250 R or BMW R 1300 GS?
BMW R 1300 GS has 145 hp compared with 136 hp on the BMW R 1250 R.
Which is lighter, BMW R 1250 R or BMW R 1300 GS?
BMW R 1250 R is lighter at 221 kg vs 237 kg for BMW R 1300 GS.
Which is better, BMW R 1250 R 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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