Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 vs Bmw K 1200 Gt
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 vs Bmw K 1200 Gt. Moto Guzzi Norge 1200: 105 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 259 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Bmw K 1200 Gt: 152 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 279 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 240 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Moto Guzzi Norge 1200
Bmw K 1200 Gt
Horsepower (hp)
105 hp
152 hp
Torque (Nm)
107 Nm
129 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
240 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
259 kg
279 kg
Type
Touring
Touring
Horsepower
105 hp @ 7,500 rpm
152 hp @ 9,500 rpm
Torque
107 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
129 Nm @ 7,750 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h
240 km/h
Weight
259 kg (wet/curb weight)
279 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Moto Guzzi Norge 1200
7.8/10
"Brilliant underdog tourer for riders valuing character over convenience."
Pros
+Massive torque, effortless cruising
+Shaft drive, zero chain fuss
+Surprisingly comfortable long-distance
Cons
−Bevel gear seal leaks
−Parts availability can suffer
−Dated electronics and infotainment
Bmw K 1200 Gt
7.8/10
"A phenomenal sport-tourer if you buy a well-serviced example."
Pros
+Intoxicating high-revving engine
+Outstanding highway stability
+Excellent all-weather fairing
Cons
−Electrical gremlins on neglected examples
−Heavy at low speed
−Specialist servicing costs add up
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