BMW R 1200 GS (K50) versus Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW R 1200 GS (K50)

Adventure
Triumph

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE

Scrambler

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2013 bis 2018
Built von 2019 bis 2024~
RRP 15.300 €
RRP 15.295 €
waveform
waveform
Pros:
  • has neat Wums
  • extensive electronic helpers
  • significantly more off-road capability than the standard version of the GS
Pros:
  • Processing
  • Comfort
  • Brake
  • powerful engine
  • Material
Cons:
  • Price mainly with full equipment
Cons:
  • Off-road capability
  • Heat development on the thigh

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.507 mm
Length :
2.207 mm Height : 1.412 mm
Seat :
850 mm
Weight :
244 (max: 460 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.570 mm
Length :
2.325 mm Height : 1.250 mm
Seat :
870 mm
Weight :
230 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: 8V-SOHC in-line motor, 270° lifting pin offset 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.200 ccm
Hub: 80 mm
Hole: 98 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: 177 km/h
Performance: 90 HP at 7.000 U/Min
Torque: 110 NM bei 4.250 U/Min
Tank contents: 15 Litre
Consumption:
5 l
Reach:
330 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:
Centric tube frame with beams (steel)
Front suspension:
Fully adjustable 47 mm Marzocchi upside-down fork (250 mm travel )
Rear suspension:
Fully adjustable Marzocchi stereo shock absorbers with reservoir (travel 250 mm)
Rear suspension:
Aluminum two-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 90/90-21
Rear tyres: 150/70 R17

Brakes

Front brake
Double disc ( 305 mm) Rear brake
Disc ( 376 mm)
Front brake
Double disc, Brembo M4.30 4-piston monobloc calipers, radial calipers ( 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, Nissin single-piston floating caliper ( 255 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

Good, but ....

So what does the Triumph Scambler 1200XE get? Thumbs up or down? A thumbs up, even if it is probably one of the most superfluous motorcycles on the market. But among the other scramblers, it belongs to the top with its balanced style, good workmanship and harmonious design. If you take a Scrambler shortlist, please arrange a test drive.

On the other hand, most customers don't care about the rather moderate off-road capability. The seat height as well as the hot thigh are more likely to be purchasing hurdles.

There is also a more street-designed version called XC, which is even 1,000 euros cheaper. However, it lacks the curve ABS, hand protectors, heating handles and off-road pro driving mode. There's the thousands more money for the XE.

The test bike was provided to us by Q-Bike in Hamburg.

Price / Colours / Years of Construction

  • Price: 14.550
  • Years of construction: since 2019
  • Colours: blue, white