Detailed comparison of Yamaha YZF R1 and BMW R 1250 GS. The ex-showroom price of Yamaha YZF R1 is ₹ 19,83,531 and BMW R 1250 GS is ₹ 20,55,000. Yamaha YZF R1 is available in 2 colours and BMW R 1250 GS is available in 4 colours. Compare Yamaha YZF R1 vs BMW R 1250 GS based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between YZF R1 and R 1250 GS.
| Yamaha YZF R1 4.7 out of 5 | BMW R 1250 GS 4.8 out of 5 | - | - | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Yamaha YZF R1 vs BMW R 1250 GS Comparison Overview |
||||
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 998 cc | 1254 cc | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 16.5 kmpl | N/A | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | 200 kg | 249 kg | - | - |
Power & Performance |
||||
| Ignition | TCI(Digital) | Digital | - | - |
| Mileage - ARAI | N/A | 21 kmpl | - | - |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | N/A | 4 litres | - | - |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | N/A | 1 Down 5 Up | - | - |
| Spark Plugs | N/A | 1 Per Cylinder | - | - |
| Top Speed | 299 Kmph | 200 Kmph | - | - |
| Riding Range | 280.5 Km | 630 Km | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 litres | 30 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Clutch | Wet, multiple-disc | Wet clutch with an anti-hopping function | - | - |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Shaft Drive | - | - |
| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Air/Liquid Cooled | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 998 cc | 1254 cc | - | - |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0 : 1 | 12.5 : 1 | - | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 | - | - |
| Stroke | 50.9 mm | 76 mm | - | - |
| Bore | 79 mm | 102.5 mm | - | - |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS-VI | BS-VI | - | - |
| Max Torque | 112.4 Nm @ 11,500 rpm | 143 Nm @ 6,250 rpm | - | - |
| Max Power | 194.3 bhp @ 13,500 rpm | 134.1 bhp @ 7,750 rpm | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 16.5 kmpl | N/A | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
||||
| Kerb Weight | 200 kg | 249 kg | - | - |
| Overall Length | 2055 mm | 2,270 mm | - | - |
| Overall Width | 690 mm | 980 mm | - | - |
| Overall Height | 1150 mm | 1,460 mm | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1405 mm | 1,504 mm | - | - |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Seat Height | 855 mm | 890 mm | - | - |
| Chassis Type | Diamond | Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
||||
| Rear Tyre Size | 190/55 ZR17M/C (75W) | 170/60 - R17 | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | N/A | 42 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | N/A | 36 psi | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | N/A | 42 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | N/A | 36 psi | - | - |
| Calliper Type | N/A | Front - 4 Piston, Rear - 2 Piston Callipers | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | Swingarm, (link suspension) | Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever | - | - |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic forks, Ø 43 mm | BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 1.5" (37 mm), central spring strut | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | - | - |
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | - | - |
| Front Tyre Size | 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W) | 120/70 - R19 | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 inch | 19 inch | - | - |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoke | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | 220 mm | 276 mm | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | 320 mm | 305 mm | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
Features |
||||
| Clock | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Backrest | No | No | - | - |
| Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Digital Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start | - | - |
| Shift Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Killswitch | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Battery | Maintenance Free | 12 V / 11.8 Ah, maintenance-free | - | - |
| Headlight Type | LED Head Lamp | LED Head Lamp | - | - |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED Tail Lamp | LED Tail Lamp | - | - |
| Turn Signal | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Additional features | N/A | 3 riding modes (ECO, Rain and Road) | - | - |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tripmeter Type | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| No. of Tripmeters | 2 | No | - | - |
| Stepped Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tachometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Under seat storage | No | No | - | - |
| Front storage box | No | No | - | - |
| USB charging port | No | Yes | - | - |
| GPS & Navigation | No | Yes | - | - |
| Mobile App Connectivity | No | Yes | - | - |
| DRLs (Daytime running lights) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
Manufacturer Warranty |
||||
| Standard Warranty (Year) | N/A | 3 Year | - | - |
| Standard Warranty (Kilometers) | N/A | Unlimited Kilometers | - | - |
Colours |
||||
| Available Colours |
Yamaha Blue
Tech Black
|
Light White Non-Metallic
Style Triple Black
Style Rallye
Striking Black And Yellow
|
- | |
Q: Which bike is better, Yamaha YZF R1 or BMW R 1250 GS?
A: According to our expert rating, Yamaha YZF R1 has a score of 4.7/5 whereas BMW R 1250 GS scored 4.8/5.
Q: Among Yamaha YZF R1 and BMW R 1250 GS, which bike is cheaper?
A: Yamaha YZF R1 is cheaper than BMW R 1250 GS . Yamaha YZF R1 has an ex-showroom price of ₹ 19,83,531 while the ex-showroom price of BMW R 1250 GS is ₹ 20,55,000.
Q: Apart from Yamaha YZF R1 and BMW R 1250 GS, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from Yamaha YZF R1 and BMW R 1250 GS the other similar alternatives are Ducati 959 Panigale, Ducati Multistrada 950, Ducati 959 Panigale and Ducati Multistrada 950.
