BMW R 1200 GS (K50) versus Yamaha R7

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW R 1200 GS (K50)

Adventure
Yamaha

Yamaha R7

Supersport
The rally version of the BMW 1200 GS - not just pretty to look at.
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BMW R 1200 GS Rallye
Gallery
The new super sports car of the middle class in everyday testing.
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Yamaha R7 im Test
Gallery

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2013 bis 2018
Built von 2021 bis 2024~
RRP 15.300 €
RRP 10.249 €
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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:
  • Transmission and clutch precise and smooth running
  • lively engine with wide usable speed range
  • light, agile, sporty
  • accessible sportsman for everyone
Cons:
  • Price mainly with full equipment
Cons:
  • Sitting position tiring in the long run
  • technically very spartan equipped
  • optional QuickShifter without blipper

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.507 mm
Length : 2.207 mm Height : 1.412 mm
Seat : 850 mm
Weight : 244 (max: 460 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.395 mm
Length : 2.070 mm Height : 1.160 mm
Seat : 835 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: Reihentwin 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 689 ccm
Hub: 69 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: 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: 216 km/h
Performance: 73 HP at 8.750 U/Min
Torque: 67 NM bei 6.500 U/Min
Tank contents: 13 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 289 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:
 Tubular bridge frame (steel)
Front suspension:
 Upside-down (travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
 Central strut hinged via lever system, rebound and preload adjustable (spring travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
 Two-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) (tubeless)
Rear tyres: 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) (tubeless)

Brakes

Front brake
 Double disc (∅ 305 mm) Rear brake
 Disc (∅ 376 mm)
Front brake
 Hydraulic double disc brake (∅ 298 mm) Rear brake
 Hydraulic disc brake (∅ 245 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!

Price/Availability/Colours/Years of Construction

  • Price: 15,000-20,000€ depending on the equipment
  • used so far only marginally cheaper
  • Years built: 2017-2018
  • Availability: from 12/2017
  • Colors: Rally design in blue, silver, red, black
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