Moto Guzzi Sport 1200 vs Bmw R 1200 R
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Moto Guzzi Sport 1200 vs Bmw R 1200 R. Moto Guzzi Sport 1200: 95 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 229 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Bmw R 1200 R: 125 hp @ 7,750 rpm hp, 222 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.2/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Moto Guzzi Sport 1200
Bmw R 1200 R
Horsepower (hp)
95 hp
125 hp
Torque (Nm)
107 Nm
125 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
229 kg
222 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
95 hp @ 7,500 rpm
125 hp @ 7,750 rpm
Torque
107 Nm @ 5,800 rpm
125 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h
200 km/h
Weight
229 kg (wet/curb weight)
222 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L) — best estimate based on typical real-world riding
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18.2 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Moto Guzzi Sport 1200
7.5/10
"A deeply characterful machine for patient, mechanically sympathetic riders only."
Pros
+Intoxicating V-twin character
+Genuinely capable handling
+Distinctive Italian styling
Cons
−Bevel drive needs constant attention
−Patchy parts availability
−Early EFI mapping issues
Bmw R 1200 R
8.2/10
"The sensible naked BMW that quietly wins you over completely."
Pros
+Bulletproof boxer reliability
+Strong usable midrange torque
+Excellent long-distance comfort
Cons
−Final drive needs inspection
−Parts costs catch you out
−Lacks excitement below 4,000rpm
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