BMW R 1200 GS (K50) versus Kawasaki W 800

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW R 1200 GS (K50)

Adventure
Kawasaki

Kawasaki W 800

Retro
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
Gallery
Japanese beauty with lots of chrome and royal wave.
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Kawasaki W800 im Test
Gallery

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2013 bis 2018
Built von 2011 bis 2025~
RRP 15.300 €
RRP 10.645 €
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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:
  • casual look
  • cool sound
  • easy handling
  • Simplest operation
  • a lot of Chrome
Cons:
  • Price mainly with full equipment
Cons:
  • Brakes could grip harder
  • partial vibrations
  • Manageable performance

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.507 mm
Length : 2.207 mm Height : 1.412 mm
Seat : 850 mm
Weight : 244 (max: 460 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.465 mm
Length : 2.180 mm Height : 1.075 mm
Seat : 790 mm
Weight : 221 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 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 773 ccm
Hub: 83 mm
Hole: 77 mm
Cooling: Luft
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 5

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: 170 km/h
Performance: 48 HP at 6.500 U/Min
Torque: 60 NM bei 2.500 U/Min
Tank contents: 14 Litre

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 loop (steel)
Front suspension:
 Telescopic fork 41mm, not adjustable (travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
 Stereo shock absorbers, adjustable spring base (travel 107 mm)
Rear suspension:
 Two-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 100/90-19 inches
Rear tyres: 130/80-18 inches

Brakes

Front brake
 Double disc (∅ 305 mm) Rear brake
 Disc (∅ 376 mm)
Front brake
 Single disc (∅ 300 mm) Rear brake
 Single disc

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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