BMW G 650 GS versus Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster

BMW G 650 GS

Adventure

Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster

Cruiser

Used test of the small single-cylinder GS from 2012

We test a used BMW G 650 GS from 2012 and show you in this video what strengths and weaknesses the "little GS" has. With test drive, acceleration, technology and pros & cons etc. Test categories: 02:40 - Dimensions of the BMW G 650GS 03:49 - Cockpit... weiter

BMW G 650 GS im Test

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The casual British cruiser from Triumph in the test

If you only think of Harley, Indian and recently BMW (R18) when you think of cruisers, you have clearly forgotten one manufacturer: With the Speedmaster, Triumph also has a classic cruiser in its program, which is true to style and with... weiter

Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster im Test

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Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2011 bis 2016

Built von 2007 bis 2024~

RRP

RRP 15.145 €

Ausführliches Test-Video von Motorradtest.de

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Competitors

Pros:

light and manoeuvrable
uncomplicated
favorable consumption
solid workmanship
enough space for passenger

Pros:

casual appearance
casual seating position
casual performance
casual gliding
high-quality workmanship and loving details

Cons:

radiates little emotion

Cons:

Handlebar hits the knees when hit hard
Rear braking power 1b
Pillion comfort 1b

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.477 mm
Length : 2.165 mm
Seat : 780 mm
Weight : 192 kg

Wheelbase: 1.500 mm
Length : 2.220 mm Height : 1.055 mm
Seat : 705 mm
Weight : 263 (max: 477 ) kg

Engine

Motor type unknown 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 652 ccm
Hub: 83 mm
Hole: 100 mm
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 5

Motor design: 8V two-cylinder SOHC in-line engine, 270° lifting pin offset 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.200 ccm
Hub: 80 mm
Hole: 98 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6

Performance

Maximum speed: 170 km/h
Performance: 48 HP at 6.500 U/Min
Torque: 60 NM bei 5.000 U/Min

Tank contents: 14 Litre

Maximum speed: 175 km/h
Performance: 78 HP at 6.100 U/Min
Torque: 106 NM bei 4.000 U/Min

Tank contents: 12 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 267 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Bridges (steel)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm

Frame type:
Tubular Steel Loop Frame (Steel)

Front suspension:
Showa cartridge fork 47 mm (travel 90 mm)

Rear suspension:
Central strut with deflection and adjustable preload (travel 73 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm steel

Tyres at the front: 130/90 B 16
Rear tyres: 150/80 R 16

Brakes

Rear brake
Disk

Front brake
Double brake disc, Brembo double piston floating caliper (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, Nissin single piston floating caliper (∅ 255 mm)

Conclusion - what sticks

The Triumph Speedmaster is visually a feast for the eyes and delights its owner with many loving details. It is super processed, you would like to put it in the living room. But she doesn't belong there, because she also drives great. For a cruiser almost feather-light, it is also suitable for people under 100 kg. Sound, engine and handling make every ride a little experience - that's how it should be!

Our test bike was provided by Q-Bike Triumph Hamburg . There it is for sale as a demonstrator with about 4,000 km for 13,280 euros . This includes engine protection bar, bag, heated grips and a residual warranty until 1/2026.