BMW R12 G/S vs Yamaha Wr250r — which has more power?

BMW R12 G/S produces 108 bhp; Yamaha Wr250r produces 30 hp @ 10,000 rpm. BMW R12 G/S wins by 78 hp.

BMW R12 G/S vs Yamaha Wr250r — which is faster?

Top speed: BMW R12 G/S 130 mph, Yamaha Wr250r 145 km/h. Yamaha Wr250r is the faster of the two.

BMW R12 G/S vs Yamaha Wr250r — which is lighter?

Weight: BMW R12 G/S 229 kg (505 lbs), Yamaha Wr250r 134 kg (wet/curb weight).

BMW R12 G/S vs Yamaha Wr250r — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: BMW R12 G/S unknown, Yamaha Wr250r 3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L (typical real-world average). Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

BMW R12 G/S vs Yamaha Wr250r — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates BMW R12 G/S unrated/10 and Yamaha Wr250r 8.5/10. Yamaha Wr250r caveat: You primarily commute highways at high speeds.

BMW R12 G/S vs Yamaha Wr250r — which is better for beginners?

Yamaha Wr250r is the friendlier choice for a first bike — 30 hp is manageable. The BMW R12 G/S is better held for a second bike.

BMW R12 G/S vs Yamaha Wr250r — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. BMW R12 G/S: 229 kg, 108 hp. Yamaha Wr250r: 134 kg, 30 hp.

BMW R12 G/S vs Yamaha Wr250r

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

BMW R12 G/S vs Yamaha Wr250r. BMW R12 G/S: 108 bhp hp, 229 kg (505 lbs) weight, top speed 130 mph. Yamaha Wr250r: 30 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 134 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 145 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10.