BMW R 1250 R vs Honda Africa Twin
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BMW R 1250 R or Honda Africa Twin? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R 1250 R and Africa Twin. BMW R 1250 R Price starts at Rs.16.25 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Standard and Honda Africa Twin Price starts at Rs.16.02 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Manual. BMW R 1250 R is 2 cylinder, 1254 cc Engine can generate 136 PS @ 7750 rpm power whereas Honda Africa Twin is a 2 cylinder, 1082 cc Engine can generate 97.89 bhp @ 7500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, R 1250 R provides a mileage of 15 kmpl (base model), and Africa Twin has a mileage of 20.8 kmpl (base model). BMW R 1250 R is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas Honda Africa Twin is available in 2 colours & 2 variants.
R 1250 R vs Africa Twin
Key Highlights | BMW R 1250 R | Honda Africa Twin |
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Price | Rs.16.25 Lakh | Rs.16.02 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1254 cc | 1082.96 cc |
Power | 136 PS @ 7750 rpm | 97.89 bhp @ 7500 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 15 kmpl | 20.8 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
R 1250 R specifications | Africa Twin specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 18.59 Lakh Price Breakup | 18.32 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.9 | 4.2 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 Litres | 24.5 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 1254 cc | 1082.96 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
R 1250 R Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Africa Twin Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Rear Wheel Size | - | 18 |
Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | Spoke |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | 1 |
Front Wheel Size | - | 21 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | 1 |
Calliper Type | - | Front-4-Piston & Rear-2 Piston Calliper |
Braking System | - | Switchable ABS |
Front Suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever& Central spring strut& Ø 37 mm | Telescopic |
Rear Suspension | Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever | Pro-Link |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 ZR17 | 90/90 - 21 |
Rear Tyre Size | 180/55 ZR17 | 150/70 - R18 |
Front Type | Disc | Disc |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 276 mm | 256 mm |
Rear Type | - | Disc |
Tubeless Tyres | - | Yes |
Instrumentation
R 1250 R Instrumentation | Africa Twin Instrumentation | |
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Touch Screen Display | - | 1 |
Riding Modes Switch | - | 1 |
Fuel level guage | NO | Digital |
Tachometer | - | Digital |
Speedometer | - | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Body & Suspension
R 1250 R Body & Suspension | Africa Twin Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Two-section frame concept consisting of main frame with bolt-on rear frame& load-bearing engine | Semi Double Cradle |
Engine & Transmission
R 1250 R Engine & Transmission | Africa Twin Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 1254 cc | 1082.96 cc |
Engine Type | Twin Cylinder& Liquid Cooled& DOHC& Boxer Engine | Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-Valve & Parallel Twin |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | - | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.144 kwh | 0.072 kwh |
Battery Type | - | Lithium-ion |
Range | - | 588 km/charge |
Top Speed | 200 kmph | 200 kmph |
Max Torque | 143 Nm @ 6250 rpm | 103 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
Max Power | 136 PS @ 7750 rpm | 97.89 bhp @ 7500 rpm |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Cooling type | Air and Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Configuration | DOHC | - |
Charging Socket | No | Yes |
Comfort & Convenience
R 1250 R Comfort & Convenience | Africa Twin Comfort & Convenience | |
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Riding Modes | - | Tour& Urban& Gravel& Off-Road& User 1 and User 2 |
Low Battery Indicator | - | 1 |
Average Speed Indicator | - | 1 |
Pillion Footrest | - | 1 |
Under Seat Storage | - | No |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Luggage Space | NO | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | No |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Side Stand Indicator | No | - |
Start Type | Self Start Only | Electric Start |
Safety
R 1250 R Safety | Africa Twin Safety | |
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Hazard Warning Switch | - | 1 |
Hazard Warning Indicator | - | 1 |
Brake Assist | No | No |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel | Switchable ABS |
Power Modes | No | Yes |
Slipper Clutch | Digital | Multiplate Wet Clutch |
Traction Control System | Manual | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
R 1250 R Dimensions & Capacity | Africa Twin Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2165 mm | 2307 mm |
Width | 880 mm | 963 mm |
Height | 1300 mm | 1523 mm |
Wheelbase | 1369 mm | 1558 mm |
Ground Clearance | - | 210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 Litres | 24.5 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 4 Litres | 4.06 Litres |
Body Type | Sports Bike | Adventure |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 239 kg | 239 kg |
Seat Height | - | 810 mm |
Entertainment & Communication
R 1250 R Entertainment & Communication | Africa Twin Entertainment & Communication | |
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MID (Multi Info Display) | No | Yes |
Pros & Cons
R 1250 R Pros & Cons | Africa Twin Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of BMW R 1250 R and Honda Africa Twin
Comfort & Convenience
BMW R 1250 R has features like Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Honda Africa Twin, on the other hand, has Distance to Empty Indicator.
Transmission
BMW R 1250 R comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Africa Twin comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
BMW R 1250 R has a 18 Litres fuel tank with 1300 mm seat height. Honda Africa Twin has 1523 mm seat height and 24.5 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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BMW R 1250 R and Honda Africa Twin FAQs
What is the on-road price of BMW R 1250 R?
The on-road price of BMW R 1250 R is Rs. 18.59 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Honda Africa Twin?
The on-road price of Honda Africa Twin is Rs. 18.32 Lakh in New Delhi.