BMW R 1200 GS (K50) versus Triumph Street Triple 765 RS

BMW R 1200 GS (K50)

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Triumph Street Triple 765 RS

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The rally version of the BMW 1200 GS - not just pretty to look at.

Wild Bavarian woman in a smart rally dirndl The BMW R 1200 GS was a particularly eagerly awaited test object for us. And not only because the GS gave hope for numerous interested parties for our test report due to its popularity. No, above all, we were all really keen on... weiter

BMW R 1200 GS Rallye

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Is 2,100 euros extra for the RS worth it?

The new Triumph Street Triple 756 RS costs 12,295 euros, exactly 2,100 euros more than its little sister Street Triple 765 R. What can the RS do better, is the surcharge justified and in general: Is the 765 RS a good... weiter

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS im Test

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Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2013 bis 2018

Built von 2023 bis 2024~

RRP 15.300 €

RRP 12.495 €

Ausführliches Test-Video von Motorradtest.de

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Competitors

Pros:

has neat Wums
extensive electronic helpers
significantly more off-road capability than the standard version of the GS

Pros:

Famous engine with strong performance and elasticity
high-quality brakes
super-precise chassis
tons of driving fun
fully equipped incl. lean angle sensors

Cons:

Price mainly with full equipment

Cons:

Radiator protection in need of improvement
Cockpit reflects and could be a bit brighter

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.507 mm
Length : 2.207 mm Height : 1.412 mm
Seat : 850 mm
Weight : 244 (max: 460 ) kg

Wheelbase: 1.399 mm
Length : 2.065 mm Height : 1.064 mm
Seat : 836 mm
Weight : 188 kg

Engine

Motor design: Boxer 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.170 ccm
Hub: 73 mm
Hole: 101 mm
Cooling: Luft
Drive: Kardan
Aisles: 6

Motor design: Number 3 Cylinder
Displacement: 765 ccm
Hub: 53 mm
Hole: 78 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: X-Ring Kette
Aisles: 6

Performance

Maximum speed: 219 km/h
Performance: 125 HP at 7.700 U/Min
Torque: 125 NM bei 6.500 U/Min

Tank contents: 20 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 403 km

Maximum speed: 241 km/h
Performance: 130 HP at 12.000 U/Min
Torque: 80 NM bei 9.500 U/Min

Tank contents: 15 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 278 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Bridges, motor supporting (steel)

Front suspension:
Telescopic fork 37 mm (travel 190 mm)
Front suspension:
Shock

Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 200 mm)
Rear suspension:
Single-arm swingarm

Tyres at the front: 120/70 R 19
Rear tyres: 170/60 R 17

Frame type:
Double bridge frame (aluminum)

Front suspension:
Showa 41 mm Upside-Down Big Piston Fork (BPF), adjustable compression and rebound damping and adjustable preload (travel 115 mm)

Rear suspension:
Öhlins STX40 piggyback reservoir monoshock, adjustable compression and rebound damping and preload adjustment (travel 131 mm)
Rear suspension:
Light metal two-arm swingarm

Tyres at the front: 120/70ZR17
Rear tyres: 180/55ZR17

Brakes

Front brake
Double disc (∅ 305 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 376 mm)

Front brake
Two 310 mm floating brake discs, Brembo Stylema 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, cornering ABS, Brembo MCS radial master cylinder (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Single 220 mm brake disc, Brembo single-piston caliper (∅ 220 mm)

Conclusion - what gets stuck

No, our high expectations were by no means disappointed – not even a bit! The R 1200 GS Rally not only made us very good, but it makes it really difficult for us to find criticisms. Well, it's quite expensive. But quality has a price. And if you look at the prices on the second-hand market, you have to say that gs keeps its value quite long. In addition, it is of course up to everyone to decide whether they really need all the equipment packages. Clearly all do their tasks reliably and well, however, drive up the price again neatly. And already in the basic equipment we have to deal with a mature, great bike!

Conclusion - what sticks

The Streety 765 RS is an insanely good bike with many strengths and few weaknesses. It delivers tons of driving pleasure and impresses with a handling that even a Speed Triple 1200 RS has to fit into. Whether it has to be the RS or whether the R is enough, you can't say objectively. If you have to pay attention to your wallet, you will certainly be happy with the R. However, if you can afford the RS, you should help yourself there. The RS is actually a little better in some things and, above all, more noble in appearance. An absolute dream motorcycle!

Once again, we received the test machine from Q-Bike, the Triumph flagship store in Hamburg, for this test. At Q-Bike, both the RS and the R are ready for a hearty ride. So if you are still undecided which one it should be - just go to Q-Bike and at least look at or ride both machines. But beware: If you test drive the RS, you are acutely endangered...