2011 BMW R 1200R vs 2012 Honda VFR 1200F

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2011 BMW R 1200R 2011 BMW R 1200R

Naked bike

Engine
Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Power
81 kW / 110 hp @ 7750 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h / 137 mph
Weight
491.6 pounds
2012 Honda VFR 1200F 2012 Honda VFR 1200F

Naked bike

Engine
V4, four-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
262.0 pounds
Full Specifications
General
CommentsPower SteeringModel ID: TRX90X
Year2011-
MakeBMW-
ModelR 1200R-
ColoursBlue, black, white, greyCandy Blue
Make ModelBMW R 1200R-
Warranty-One year. Unlimited milage. Transferable.
Dimensions
Ground Clearance (mm)1,278 mm99 mm
Ground Clearance (in.)50.3 inches3.9 inches
Seat Height800mm / 31.5" (Standard, OE, OA, sport seat) 830mm / 32.7" (OE, OA, comfort seat, high) / 760mm / 29.9" (OE, OA, seat, low) / 750mm / 29.5" (OE, low slung)810 mm / 31.9 in.
Wheelbase1495 mm / 59.1 in1,544 mm / 60.8 in.
Height1273 mm / 50.1 in (excl. mirrors)927 mm / 36.5 in.
Length2145 mm / 84.4 in1,488 mm / 58.6 in.
Width906 mm / 35.6 in (incl. mirrors)894 mm / 35.2 in.
Weights & Capacities
Oil Capacity (Quarts)4.2 quarts-
Oil Capacity (l)4.0 l-
Dry Weight198 kg / 436.5 lbs-
Fuel Capacity18 Litres / 4.7 gal18.93 litres / 5.00 gallons
Wet Weight223 kg / 492 lbs118.8 kg / 262.0 lbs
Performance
Top Speed220 km/h / 137 mph-
Acceleration (0-100 km/h)3.4 sec-
Acceleration (60-100 / 100-140 / 140-180 km/h)3.9 sec / 4.0 sec / 5.0 sec-
Acceleration (60-140 km/h)7,9 sec-
Max Power81 kW / 110 hp @ 7750 rpm-
Max Torque120 Nm / 12.2 kgf-m / 88 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm-
Power-to-Weight Ratio0.5418 HP/kg-
Standing Start 0-140 km/h6.4 sec-
Standing Start 0-200 km/h15,0 sec-
Engine
Bore x Stroke (mm)-81.0 x 60.0 mm
Bore x Stroke (in,)-3.2 x 2.4 inches
Displacement (cc)-1237.00 cc
Displacement (ci)-75.48 cubic inches
Stroke73.0 mm-
CO295.1 CO-
Engine TypeTwo cylinder boxer, four-strokeV4, four-stroke
Fuel ControlSOHCSOHC
Displacement1170 cc / 71.4 cu in-
Engine DetailFour stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder76 degrees V-4
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic intake pipe injection/BMS-K digital engine management with overrun fuel cut-off, twin-spark ignitionInjection. Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) with automatic enrichment circuit, 44mm throttle bodies and 12-hole injectors
Bore x Stroke101 x 73 mm-
Compression Ratio12.0:112.0:1
Cooling SystemAir/Oil-cooled-
EmissionsClosed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3Meets current California Air Resources Board (CARB) and EPA standards.
Engine LubricationDry sumpDry sump
ExhaustClosed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3-
Fuel Consumption5.2 L/100 km / 19.2 km/l / 45.2 mpg-
Fuel InductionElectronic intake manifold injection BMS-K-
Fuel Reserve3.00 litres / 0.79 gallons-
IgnitionDigital engine managementDigital transistorized with electronic advance
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System44
EV Specifics
Battery Capacity12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free-
Drivetrain
ClutchSingle disc dry clutch, hydraulically actuatedAutomatic
Final DriveShaftShaft drive (cardan)
Gear Ratios1st 2.375 / 2nd 1.696 / 3rd 1.296 / 4th 0.065 / 5th 0.939 / 6th 0.848-
Gearbox6-speed6-speed
Primary DriveHelical gear pairs primary transmissionO-ring-sealed chain
Transmission / Drive6 Speed -
Chassis
Fork Tube Size (mm)41 mm-
Fork Tube Size (in.)1.61 in-
Frame TypeTubular steel spaceframe, load-bearing engine-
Suspension - FrontBMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 41 mm, central spring strut43mm cartridge fork with spring-preload adjustability
Suspension - RearCast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustablePro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single gas-charged shock with remote spring-preload adjustability and rebound-damping adjustability
Rake27.1°25.5°
SeatOne-piece seat bench-
Steering Head Angle62.9°-
Trail119.1 mm / 4.7 in101 mm / 4.0 in.
Wheel Travel - Front120 mm / 4.7 in66 mm / 4.7 in.
Wheel Travel - Rear140 mm / 5.5 in66 mm / 2.6 in.
Electronics
TachometerStandard-
Electrical Systems
AlternatorThree-phase alternator 720 W-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)12.6 inches12.6 inches
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)265 mm276 mm
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)10.4 inches10.9 inches
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)320 mm320 mm
Brakes - Front2 x 320mm Discs, ABSDouble disc. CBS six-piston calipers with ABS
Brakes - RearSingle 265mm disc, ABSSingle disc. CBS two-piston calipers with ABS
RimsCast aluminium-
Rims - Front3.50 x 17-
Rims - Rear5.50 x 17-
Tyres - Front120/70-ZR 17120/70-ZR17
Tyres - Rear180/55-ZR 17190/55-ZR17
WheelsCast aluminium wheels-
Wheels - Front3.50 x 17''-
Wheels - Rear5.50 x 17''-

Verdict

Winner on specs

2011 BMW R 1200R

The 2011 BMW R 1200R edges out the 2012 Honda VFR 1200F thanks to its higher rear wheel travel and higher front wheel travel. Specifications are one part of the picture - dealer support, parts availability, and intended use all matter too.

Key Differences

2011 BMW R 1200R - Advantages

  • More rear wheel travel: 140 mm vs 66 mm - absorbs bigger hits and rough terrain better.
  • More front wheel travel: 120 mm vs 66 mm - greater compliance over rough surfaces.

2012 Honda VFR 1200F - Advantages

  • More ground clearance: 99 mm vs 1,278 mm - better clearance over rocks and obstacles.

2011 BMW R 1200R vs 2012 Honda VFR 1200F - FAQs

What are the engine differences between the 2011 BMW R 1200R and 2012 Honda VFR 1200F?
The 2011 BMW R 1200R uses Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke, while the 2012 Honda VFR 1200F is powered by V4, four-stroke.
Which should I buy, the 2011 BMW R 1200R or the 2012 Honda VFR 1200F?
Both are strong choices. The 2011 BMW R 1200R has the edge in higher rear wheel travel and higher front wheel travel, while the 2012 Honda VFR 1200F stands out for greater ground clearance. Visit dealers, arrange test rides, and factor in local parts and service costs - these often matter as much as the spec sheet.