BMW R 1200 GS (K50) versus Suzuki GSX-S 1000 GX

BMW R 1200 GS (K50)

Adventure

Suzuki GSX-S 1000 GX

Crossover

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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Crossover in a class of its own from Japan

The Suzuki GSX-S 1000 GX is not only the first Hamamatsu crossover, but also Suzuki's first machine with electronic suspension. So everything is new on this machine? Well, we already know the K5 engine... weiter

Suzuki GSX-S 1000 GX im Test

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Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2013 bis 2018

Built von 2024 bis 2024~

RRP 15.300 €

RRP 17.400 €

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:

Engine in a class of its own
Sound to kneel down
Sensitive, semi-active chassis
technically full hut
Touring-ready super sports car
Endless power and driving fun

Cons:

Price mainly with full equipment

Cons:

Windshield can only be adjusted with tools
Turn signals do not automatically reset

Dimensions & Weight

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

Wheelbase: 1.470 mm
Length : 2.150 mm Height : 1.290 mm
Seat : 845 mm
Weight : 232 (max: 430 ) 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: Series 4-stroke 4 Cylinder
Displacement: 999 ccm
Hub: 59 mm
Hole: 73 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: 240 km/h
Performance: 152 HP at 11.000 U/Min
Torque: 106 NM bei 9.250 U/Min

Tank contents: 19 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 305 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:
Bridge frame (aluminium)

Front suspension:
SHOWA USD telescopic fork with Suzuki Advanced Electronic Suspension (SAES) 43 mm (travel 150 mm)

Rear suspension:
SHOWA BFRC-Lite central shock absorber with Suzuki Advanced Electronic Suspension (SAES) and electrohydraulic preload adjustment (Ride Heig (travel 150 mm)
Rear suspension:
Superbike swing arm aluminum

Tyres at the front: 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W)
Rear tyres: 190/50ZR17 M/C (73W)

Brakes

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

Front brake
Double disc, Brembo four-piston radial caliper (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, single-piston floating caliper (∅ 250 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 on the Suzuki GSX-S 1000 GX

Rarely have we been so impressed with a bike during our test rides as we were with the Suzuki GSX-S 1000 GX. It has endless power, is technically fully equipped and rides more harmoniously than almost any other bike. Above all, it doesn't annoy the driver with all the built-in assistance systems, the driver simply benefits from them without having to adjust them greatly. Great cinema for a lot of money, but every euro is well invested. And by the way, the competitors are not cheaper either...

The test machine was provided to us by Bergmann & Söhne in Tornesch. There she stands as a demonstrator and is looking forward to test drivers. However, we have to warn you: Statistically speaking, a test drive with the GX leads to an immediate impulse purchase in 95% of cases! :-)