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 STD and Honda Africa Twin Price starts at Rs.16.02 Lakh (ex-showroom) for MT. 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 1 colours & 1 variants whereas Honda Africa Twin is available in 1 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 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 | 4.2 | 3.2 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 Litres | 24.5 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 1254 cc | 1082 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
R 1250 R Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Africa Twin Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | - | Switchable ABS |
Calliper Type | - | Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston |
Front Disc Size | - | 310 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 32 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 29 |
Front Wheel Size | - | 21 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 41 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 36 |
Rear Wheel Size | - | 18 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoke |
Front Suspension | BMMotorraTeleleverCentrasprinstrut?3mm | Telescopic |
Rear Suspension | Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever | Pro-Link |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 ZR17 | 90/90 - 21 |
Instrumentation
R 1250 R Instrumentation | Africa Twin Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | - | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | - | Yes |
Fuel level guage | No | Yes |
Gear Indicator | - | Yes |
Tachometer | - | Digital |
Speedometer | - | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
R 1250 R Exterior | Africa Twin Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | - | Yes |
LED headlight | - | Yes |
Warranty
R 1250 R Warranty | Africa Twin Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | - | 2 Years or 32000 km |
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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Gear Shifting Pattern | - | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | - | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 1254 cc | 1082 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 | Is_delete | 8 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.144 kwh | 0.072 kwh |
Battery Type | - | Lithium-ion |
Top Speed | 200 kmph | 200 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 102.5 x 76 mm | 92 mm x 81.45 mm |
Charging Socket | No | Yes |
Configuration | DOHC | 10.0:1 |
Cooling type | Air and Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Comfort & Convenience
R 1250 R Comfort & Convenience | Africa Twin 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 | - | 4 |
Service Reminder Indicator | - | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | - | No |
GPS & Navigation | - | Yes |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
R 1250 R Safety | Africa Twin Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | - | Yes |
Radial Tyres | - | No |
Pass Light | - | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | - | Yes |
Turn Signal | - | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel | Switchable ABS |
Brake Assist | No | Switchable ABS |
Power Modes | No | 4 |
Slipper Clutch | Digital | Wet Multiplate |
Traction Control System | Manual | Yes |
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 |
Seat Height | - | 810 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 239 kg | 239 kg |
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 Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Distance to Empty Indicator, USB Charger Port.
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.