2021 BMW R 1250GS Adventure vs 2024 BMW F 900GS

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2021 BMW R 1250GS Adventure 2021 BMW R 1250GS Adventure

Enduro / Off-Road

Engine
Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Power
136 hp / 100 kW @ 7750 rpm
Top Speed
200.0 km/h
Weight
590.8 pounds
2024 BMW F 900GS 2024 BMW F 900GS

Enduro / Off-Road

Engine
Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Power
77 kW / 103 hp @ 8500 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
219 kg / 482.8 lbs
Full Specifications
General
CommentsDynamic Traction Control-
Year20212024
ColoursWhite/Red/Blue, White/Red/Black, Black/Grey, Grey/Yellow-
Make ModelBMW R 1250GS AdventureBMW F 900GS
Dimensions
Height (mm)1460 mm-
Length (in.)89.4 inches-
Length (mm)2270 mm-
Seat Height (in.)35.0 inches-
Seat Heigth -Alternate (in.)35.8 inches-
Seat Height (mm)890 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)59.2 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1504 mm-
Width (in.)38.6 inches-
Width (mm)980 mm-
Height (in.)57.5 inches-
Seat Heigth -Alternate (mm)910 mm-
Seat Height890 mm to 910 mm / 35 in to 35.8 in 820 mm to 910 mm / 32 in to 35.8 in - possible870 mm / 34.3 in
Wheelbase1504 mm / 59.2 in1590 mm / 62.6 in
Height1460 mm / 57.5 in-
Length2270 mm / 89.4 in2270 mm / 89.4in
Width980 mm / 38.6 in943 mm / 37.1 in (incl. hand protectors)
Weights & Capacities
Oil Capacity (l)4.00 litres-
Oil Capacity (Quarts)4.23 US quarts-
Wet Weight (kg)268.0 kg219
Fuel Capacity (l)30.00 litres-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)7.93 US gallons-
Wet Weight (lbs.)590.8 pounds-
Fuel Capacity30 Litres / 7.9 US gal14.5 Litres / 3.8 US gal
Coolant Capacity2.00 litres (0.53 US gallons)-
Wet Weight268 kg / 591 lbs219 kg / 482.8 lbs
Performance
Top Speed (mph.)124.3 mph-
Top Speed (km/h)200.0 km/h-
Max Power136 hp / 100 kW @ 7750 rpm77 kW / 103 hp @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque143 Nm / 105.4 lb-ft @ 6250 rpm93 Nm / 68.6 lb-ft @ 6750 rpm
Engine
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Bore x Stroke (mm)102.5 x 76.0 mm-
Bore x Stroke (in,)4.0 x 3.0 inches-
CO2110.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)-
Displacement (cc)1254.0 cc-
Fuel Reserve (gal.)1.06 US gallons-
Engine TypeTwo cylinder boxer, four-stroke-
Fuel Reserve (l)4.00 litres-
Displacement (ci)76.52 cubic inches-
Displacement1254 cc / 76.5 cu-in895 cc / 54.6 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, with two overhead spur gear driven camshafts , a counterbalance shaft and variable intake camshaft control system BMW ShiftCam, 4 valves per cylinder, intake 40mm, outlet 34 mmFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic intake pipe injection-
Bore x Stroke102.5 x 76 mm86 x 77 mm
Compression Ratio12.5:113.1:1
Cooling SystemLiquid / Air cooledLiquid cooled
EmissionsRegulated three-way catalytic converter, compliant with EU5 emission standardClosed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-5
Engine LubricationDry sump-
Engine ManagementBMS-O-
Fuel Consumption4.75 litres/100 km (21.1 km/l or 49.52 mpg)-
Fuel InductionElectronic intake pipe injection, 52mm Ø throttle valve Electronic injection
Fuel TypePremium unleaded, 95 (RON)-
Idle Speed1050 +/- 100 RPM-
Ignition-Electronic
Oil FiltrationK & N KN-160-
StarterElectric 900WElectric
Valve System4-
EV Specifics
Battery Capacity12 V / 11.8 Ah, maintenance-free12 V / 9 Ah, maintenance-free
Drivetrain
ClutchWet clutch with anti-hopping function, hydraulically activatedMultiple-disc wet clutch (anti hopping), mechanically operated
Final DriveShaftEndless O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub
Gear Ratios1st 2.438 2nd 1.714 3rd 1.296 4th 1.059 5th 0.943 6th 0.8481st 2.833, 2nd 2.067, 3rd 1,600, 4th 1.308, 5th 1,103, 6th 0,968
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary DriveConstant mesh-
Primary Drive Ratios1.6501.821
Secondary Drive Ratio2.9102.765
Transmission / DriveConstant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gearing systemClaw-shift 6-speed gearbox integrated in crankcase
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)8.3 inches-
Trail (in.)3.9 inches-
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)210 mm-
Trail (mm)100 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)220 mm-
Fork Tube Size (mm)37 mm-
Fork Tube Size (in.)1.5 inches-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)8.7 inches-
Frame TypeTwo-section frame concept consisting of main frame with bolt-on rear frame, load-bearing engineBridge-type frame, steel shell construction, load bearing engine
Suspension - FrontBMW Motorrad 37mm Telelever, central spring strut43mm Upside-down telescopic fork, rebound and compression damping adjustable
Suspension - RearCast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD spring strut, continuously adjustable spring preload by means of hand wheel, rebound-stage damping adjustable by hand wheel (Option: Dynamic ESA)Aluminium double-sided swinging arm, directly linked WAD central spring strut, spring base and rebound damping adjustable (Optional equipment: sport suspension) (Option: Dynamic ESA)
Rake25.5°-
Steering Angle65.1°-
Steering Head Angle-62,0°
Trail95.4 mm / 3.8 in119.78 mm / 4.7 in
Wheel Travel - Front210 mm / 8.3 in230 mm / 9.1 in
Wheel Travel - Rear220 mm / 8.7 in215 mm / 8.5 in
Electrical Systems
Alternator-permanent magnetic alternator 416 W (nominal power)
InstrumentationTFT colour display-
Lighting systemLED headlight-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2x 305mm floating discs, 4-piston radial brake calipers2 x 305mm floating discs, 2-piston floatingcalipers
Brakes - RearSingle 276mm disc, 2-piston floating caliperSingle 265mm discs, single-piston floating caliper
ABSBMW Motorrad Integral ABS as standard (part integral), disengageable (option: ABS Pro)BMW Motorrad ABS
Brake Fluid TypeDOT 4-
Tyre Pressure - Front36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa)-
Tyre Pressure - Rear42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa)-
Tyres - Front120/70 R1990/90 x 21
Tyres - Rear170/60 R17150/70 x R17
WheelsCross spokeCross-spoke wheels
Wheels - Front3.00 x 19 in2.15″ x 21″
Wheels - Rear4.50 x 17 in4.25″ x 17"