BMW R 1200 GS (K50) versus Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS

BMW R 1200 GS (K50)

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Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS

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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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Test of the 180 hp Power Naked bike on the race track

The new Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS is a power naked bike in a class of its own. We were able to find out what happens when 180 hp meets a ready-to-drive weight of less than 200 kg at the Triumph Media Day on the Oschersleben racetrack. ... weiter

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS im Test

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Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2013 bis 2018

Built von 2021 bis 2024~

RRP 15.300 €

RRP 18.245 €

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:

elastic and powerful motor
hissing triple sound
precise chassis and powerful brakes
easy to drive despite performance
relaxed, upright sitting position
complete technical equipment

Cons:

Price mainly with full equipment

Cons:

very low steering angle
Pillion rides hardly reasonable

Dimensions & Weight

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

Wheelbase: 1.445 mm
Length : 2.090 mm Height : 1.089 mm
Seat : 830 mm
Weight : 198 (max: 393 ) 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: Three-cylinder 12V DOHC in-line engine 3 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.160 ccm
Hub: 61 mm
Hole: 90 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: 245 km/h
Performance: 180 HP at 10.750 U/Min
Torque: 125 NM bei 9.000 U/Min

Tank contents: 16 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 277 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:
Double tube frame with screwed rear frame (aluminum)

Front suspension:
Öhlins 43 mm NIX30 upside-down fork with adjustable preload, compression and rebound (travel 120 mm)

Rear suspension:
Öhlins TTX36 double tube strut with adjustable preload, rebound and compression stage (travel 120 mm)
Rear suspension:
Alu single-arm swingarm

Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR17
Rear tyres: 190/55 ZR17

Brakes

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

Front brake
Double disc, Brembo Stylema monobloc radial calipers, cornering ABS, radial handbrake cylinder (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, Brembo double piston floating caliper (∅ 220 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 - what sticks

Motorcycling is fun! If you don't know that yet, you should take a quick lap with the new Speed Triple RS 1200. Whether country road, motorway or even race track: This bike always lets you tile through the area with a big grin under the helmet.

Despite the many technical delicacies, it is an accessible bike - although of course you should approach every ride with respect because of the brute performance. Nevertheless, the precise chassis and the correspondingly scalpel-like handling exude a lot of confidence. With the 1200 RS, Triumph has really succeeded in creating an extremely good naked bike, which is also very well priced in the competitive environment due to the offer. Definitely test drive, but first check the account balance for safety's sake. Otherwise prefer to stay at home ...