BMW R 1250 GS
BMW R 1250 GS
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₱1.575 Million
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Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero
Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero
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₱1.05 Million
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BMW R 1250 GS vs Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero Comparison

Find below the detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW R 1250 GS and Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the BMW R 1250 GS priced at ₱1.575 Million, while Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero is priced at ₱1.05 Million . If we compare the technical specifications, BMW R 1250 GS houses 1254 engine whereas Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero engine displacement stands at 1700.

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Overview: R 1250 GS vs Vulcan 1700 Vaquero

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc
Displacement 1254 cc 1700 cc
Maximum Power 134 hp 73.41 hp
Ground Clearance - 144 mm
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.65/5
17 reviews
4.7/5
20 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • One of the best adventure bikes

    If you’re someone who wants to be seen on the road by everyone while on a two-wheeler, you can definitely go with the BMW R 1250 GS. Piloting this...

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    Aiman Sep 04, 2025 for BMW R 1250 GS
  • Highly comfortable and value-oriented Kawasaki bike

    I tend to emphasize more on comfort factor while selecting my bikes. This this value-oriented option seemed so very tempting to me. The impeccable...

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    Alexa Dec 03, 2025 for Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero

From The Experts

Things we like

Efficient handling

Powerful performance

Unique styling

Comfortable & convenient  

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Excellent design

Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology ABS

Huge torque on offer

Power and torque comes at very low engine revs

Much more affordable than its competitors

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Things we don't like

Comparatively tall

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Very heavy

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1254 cc 1700 cc
Maximum Power 134 hp 73.41 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 20 L 20 L
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Engine Type Flat Twin Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Air & Liquid Cooled DOHC Engine V-Twin, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled SHOC Engine
Cooling System Air & Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Drive Type Shaft Drive Belt Drive
Injection Type EFI --
Emission Control Euro 4 --
Exhaust Pipes 2 in 1 Exhaust Dual Exhaust
Alternator 510 W --
Top Speed 200 kmph --
Valve Configuration DOHC SOHC
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
Clutch Type Oil Lubricated --
Compression Ratio 12.5:1 9.5:1
Bore X Stroke 102.5 mm x 76 mm 102 mm x 104 mm
Maximum Torque 143 Nm 136 Nm
Fuel Consumption 21 kmpl 14.4 kmpl
RPM at Maximum Torque 6250 rpm 2750 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power 7750 rpm --
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
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Dimension

Category Adventure Touring Touring
Gross Weight 465 kg --
Seating Capacity 2 2
Width 952.5 mm 970 mm
Length 2207 mm 2509 mm
Seat Height 850 mm 728 mm
Height 1430 mm 1290 mm
Wheel Base 1514 mm 1666
Kerb Weight 249 kg 383 kg
Ground Clearance -- 144 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System Electronic --
Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Supply System EFI --
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Fuel Reserve 4 L --

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre 170/60 R17 170/70 R16
Front Tyre 120/70 R19 130/90 R16
Tyre Type Radial --
Front Wheel Size R19 R16
Rear Wheel Size R17 R16

Chassis & Suspension

Suspension Travel(Rear) 200 mm --
Rear Suspension Swing Arm Swing Arm
Front Suspension Telelever Hydraulic Fork
Suspension Travel(Front) 190mm --

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V
Battery Capacity 11.8 Ah --

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Central Locking No --
Leg Guards No Yes
Launch Control No No
Riding Modes Touring Touring Touring, Road Touring, Road
Stability Control Yes --
Back Rest No No
Shutter Lock -- No
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Navigator No --
Tachometer Yes Yes
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Display Screen Yes Yes
Speedometer Digital Digital Analog Analog
Side Stand Indicator -- Yes
Oil Change Indicator -- Yes
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Electrical

Indicator Light Yes Yes
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Head Lamp LED LED LED LED

Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Type Two Section Frame Two Section Frame Backbone Backbone
Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Side Wings Yes No
Chrome Garnish Yes Yes
Body Frame Material -- Steel Steel

Brake

Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats No No
Cruise Control -- Yes

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BMW R 1250 GS vs Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between BMW R 1250 GS vs Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero?

R 1250 GS is priced at ₱1.575 Million and Vulcan 1700 Vaquero is priced at ₱1.05 Million. Hence Vulcan 1700 Vaquero is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has more power between BMW R 1250 GS vs Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero?

The BMW R 1250 GS has power of 134 hp with 143 Nm torque and Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero has power of 73.41 hp with 136 Nm torque. Thus making R 1250 GS the more powerful as compared to Vulcan 1700 Vaquero.

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Which Motorcycle has more safety features between BMW R 1250 GS vs Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero?

R 1250 GS safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Side Reflectors, Engine Check Warning and Stability Control

Vulcan 1700 Vaquero safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Engine Check Warning, Leg Guards and Side Reflectors

The BMW R 1250 GS and Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero both have same Safety Features.

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