Suzuki GSX-R1000 vs BMW R 12

BikeWale brings you comparison of Suzuki GSX-R1000 and BMW R 12. The ex-showroom price of Suzuki GSX-R1000 is ₹ 19,84,732 and BMW R 12 is ₹ 19,90,000. Suzuki GSX-R1000 is available in 2 colours and BMW R 12 is available in 1 colour and 1 variant. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between Suzuki GSX-R1000 and BMW R 12.

Suzuki GSX-R1000 vs BMW R 12 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	GSX-R1000	R 12
Price	₹ 19,84,732	₹ 19,90,000
Capacity	999.8 cc	1170 cc
Power	196 bhp @ 13200 rpm	93.7 bhp @ 6500 rpm
Economy	--	--

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GSX-R1000

₹ 19,84,732

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R 12

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₹ 19,90,000

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GSX-R1000

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R 12

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Specifications

Power & Performance

Max Power	196 bhp @ 13,200 rpm	93.7 bhp @ 6,500 rpm
Max Torque	117.54 Nm @ 10,800 rpm	109.8 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Riding Range (km)	--	274
Top Speed (kmph)	--	215
Riding Modes	--	Roll and Rock
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Displacement (cc)	999.8	1,170
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	--	19.6
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)	--	--
Gear Shifting Pattern	--	1 Down 5 Up
Cylinders	4	2
Bore (mm)	76	101
Stroke (mm)	55	73
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	--	12.0 : 1
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	--	1
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Air and Oil-Cooled
Clutch	--	Single Plate Clutch
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	16	14
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	--	3.4
Emission Standard	BS4	BS6 Phase 2

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Suspension	SHOWA BPF, Inverted Telescopic	Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm
Rear Suspension	SHOWA Rear Shock, Link Type	Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with Paralever brace
Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	320	310
Caliper - Front (Piston)	--	4
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	220	265
Caliper - Rear (Piston)	--	2
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	19
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	16
Front Tyre Size	120/70ZR17M/C	100/90 - R19
Rear Tyre Size	190/55ZR17M/C	150/80 - R16
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	33
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	36
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	36
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	42

Dimensions & Chassis

Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Maintenance Schedule

Features

Instrument Cluster

Touch Screen Display	--
Instrument Console	--	Semi-Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Speedometer	Digital	Analogue
Hazard Warning Indicator	--
Average Speed	--
OTA Updates	--	Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts	--
Geo Fencing	--
Distance to Empty	--
Stand Alarm
No. of Tripmeters	2	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Clock
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Gear Indicator	--
Low Fuel Indicator
Low Oil Indicator
Service Reminder Indicator	--
Battery	Maintenance Free	12 V / 14 Ah

Storage
Mobile App Connectivity
Light System
GPS & Charging
Switchgear
Pillion Comfort
Additional Features

Colours

	Metallic Triton Blue	Blackstorm Metallic
	Pearl Glacier White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.7/5

20 Ratings

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Riding experience

Yeah its price is high but it worth much more than that....Its amazing using the beas

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BMW R 12 Comparison with Similar Bikes

Kerb Weight (kg)	200	227
Seat Height (mm)	825	754
Ground Clearance (mm)	130	--
Overall Length (mm)	2,075	2,200
Overall Width (mm)	705	830
Overall Height (mm)	1,145	1,110
Wheelbase (mm)	1,409	1,520
Chassis Type	Aluminium twin spar	Tubular Space Frame

Standard Warranty (year)	--	3
Standard Warranty (km)	--	Unlimited

DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)	--
Shift Light
Headlight Type	--	LED
Brake/Tail Light	--	LED
Turn Signal	--	LED
Pass Light
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	--

Cruise Control	--
Hazard Warning Lights	--
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Kill Switch
Traction Control	--

Pillion Backrest
Pillion Grab Rail
Pillion Seat	Stepped Seat
Pillion Footrest

Front Suspension Preload Adjuster	--
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	--
Additional Features	--	Keyless Ride, Dynamic Engine Brake Control

Front Storage Box	--
Under Seat Storage (Litres)	--

GPS & Navigation	--
USB Charging Port	--

Suzuki GSX-R1000 vs BMW R 12