Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200 vs Bmw R 1200 Gs
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200 vs Bmw R 1200 Gs. Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200: 105 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 259 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Bmw R 1200 Gs: 125 hp @ 7,750 rpm hp, 238 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200
Bmw R 1200 Gs
Horsepower (hp)
105 hp
125 hp
Torque (Nm)
107 Nm
125 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
259 kg
238 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
105 hp @ 7,500 rpm
125 hp @ 7,750 rpm
Torque
107 Nm @ 6,400 rpm
125 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h
200 km/h
Weight
259 kg (wet/curb weight)
238 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18.2 km/L, real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200
7.5/10
"Flawed, characterful, and deeply rewarding for the right rider."
Pros
+Massive low-down torque
+Shaft drive zero maintenance
+Unique character and soul
Cons
−Alternator belt service critical
−Clunky gearbox needs patience
−Mediocre stock suspension
Bmw R 1200 Gs
8.5/10
"The benchmark adventure bike that still embarrasses newer rivals daily."
Pros
+Bulletproof long-distance capability
+Exceptional wind protection
+Strong resale value retention
Cons
−Expensive dealer servicing costs
−Heavy below 30mph
−ESA electronics fail expensively
Top 10 Accessories
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