BMW R 1250 GS Adventure vs Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber Dark Horse
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BMW R 1250 GS Adventure or Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber Dark Horse? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R 1250 GS Adventure and Chief Bobber Dark Horse. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure Price starts at Rs.22.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Pro and Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber Dark Horse Price starts at Rs.22.82 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Black Smoke. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is 2 cylinder, 1254 cc Engine can generate 134.1 bhp @ 7750 rpm power whereas Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber Dark Horse is a N/A cylinder, 1890 cc Engine can generate N/A power. In terms of mileage, R 1250 GS Adventure provides a mileage of 14 kmpl (base model), and Chief Bobber Dark Horse has a mileage of 20 kmpl (base model). BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is available in 4 colours & 3 variants whereas Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber Dark Horse is available in 1 colours & 3 variants.
R 1250 GS Adventure vs Chief Bobber Dark Horse
Key Highlights | BMW R 1250 GS Adventure | Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber Dark Horse |
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Price | Rs.22.50 Lakh | Rs.22.82 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1254 cc | 1890 cc |
Power | 134.1 bhp @ 7750 rpm | N/A |
Mileage/Range | 14 kmpl | 20 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
R 1250 GS Adventure specifications | Chief Bobber Dark Horse specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 25.56 Lakh Price Breakup | 25.92 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 5.0 | 3.2 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 Litres | 15.1 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 1254 cc | 1890 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
R 1250 GS Adventure Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Chief Bobber Dark Horse Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | - |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston | - |
Front Disc Size | 305 | - |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 | - |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | - |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Spoke |
Front Suspension | BMMotorraTeleleverstanchiodiamete1.(3mm)centrasprinstrut" | TelescopiFor13mm |
Rear Suspension | Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever | Dual Shocks w/ adjustable preload / 75 mm |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - R19 | 130/90-16 |
Rear Tyre Size | 170/60 - R17 | 180/65-16 |
Front Type | Disc | - |
Instrumentation
R 1250 GS Adventure Instrumentation | Chief Bobber Dark Horse Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | - |
Touch Screen Display | No | - |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Is_delete |
Gear Indicator | Yes | - |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
R 1250 GS Adventure Exterior | Chief Bobber Dark Horse Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | Yes | - |
LED headlight | Yes | - |
Warranty
R 1250 GS Adventure Warranty | Chief Bobber Dark Horse Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years or Unlimited km | 2 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
R 1250 GS Adventure Body & Suspension | Chief Bobber Dark Horse Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Two-section frame& front- and bolted on rear frame& load-bearing engine | Simple Steel Frame |
Engine & Transmission
R 1250 GS Adventure Engine & Transmission | Chief Bobber Dark Horse Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | - |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | - |
Engine Capacity | 1254 cc | 1890 cc |
Engine Type | Air-Liquid Cooled& Twin Cylinder& DOHC& Boxer Engine | Thunderstroke 116 |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.144 kwh | 0.216 kwh |
Battery Type | - | Maintenance Free |
Top Speed | 200 kmph | 201 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 102.5 mm x 76 mm | 103.2mm x 113mm |
Charging Socket | No | Yes |
Configuration | 12.5 : 1 | - |
Cooling type | Air/Liquid Cooled | Air-Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Closed loop fuel Injection |
Comfort & Convenience
R 1250 GS Adventure Comfort & Convenience | Chief Bobber Dark Horse Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | Yes | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | - |
Front Storage Box | No | - |
Geo Fencing | NO | - |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | - |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | - |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | - |
Riding Modes | 3 | - |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | - |
Under Seat Storage | No | - |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | - |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | - |
Safety
R 1250 GS Adventure Safety | Chief Bobber Dark Horse Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | - |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | - |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | - |
Radial Tyres | Yes | - |
Pass Light | Yes | - |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | - |
Turn Signal | LED | - |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | Yes |
Brake Assist | Dual Channel ABS | No |
Power Modes | 3 | - |
Slipper Clutch | Wet Multiplate | - |
Traction Control System | Yes | - |
Dimensions & Capacity
R 1250 GS Adventure Dimensions & Capacity | Chief Bobber Dark Horse Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2270 mm | 2286 mm |
Width | 980 mm | 915 mm |
Height | 1460 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase | 1504 mm | 1626 mm |
Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 125 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 Litres | 15.1 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3.78 Litres | 5 Litres |
Body Type | Adventure | Cruiser |
Seat Height | 890 mm | 662 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 268 kg | 315 kg |
Entertainment & Communication
R 1250 GS Adventure Entertainment & Communication | Chief Bobber Dark Horse Entertainment & Communication | |
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MID (Multi Info Display) | Yes | Yes |
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Detailed Comparison of BMW R 1250 GS Adventure and Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber Dark Horse
Safety
R 1250 GS Adventure comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Switch, Traction Control System. Chief Bobber Dark Horse has ABS - Anti-lock braking system .
Transmission
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Chief Bobber Dark Horse comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure has a 30 Litres fuel tank with 1460 mm seat height. Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber Dark Horse has 1349 mm seat height and 15.1 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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BMW R 1250 GS Adventure and Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber Dark Horse FAQs
What is the on-road price of BMW R 1250 GS Adventure?
The on-road price of BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is Rs. 25.56 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber Dark Horse?
The on-road price of Indian Motorcycle Chief Bobber Dark Horse is Rs. 25.92 Lakh in New Delhi.