BMW R 1250 GS

Standard

₱1.575 Million

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KTM 690 SMC-R

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₱610,000

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BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 690 SMC-R Comparison

Q: Which Motorcycle has more safety features between BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 690 SMC-R?

R 1250 GS safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Side Reflectors, Engine Check Warning and Stability Control 690 SMC-R safety features: ABS, Pass Switch and Engine Immobilizer The BMW R 1250 GS has higher number of sefety features than 690 SMC-R, hence BMW R 1250 GS is more safer than KTM 690 SMC-R.

Find below the detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW R 1250 GS and KTM 690 SMC-R, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the BMW R 1250 GS priced at ₱1.575 Million, while KTM 690 SMC-R is priced at ₱610,000 . If we compare the technical specifications, BMW R 1250 GS houses 1254 engine whereas KTM 690 SMC-R engine displacement stands at 690.

Brand	BMW Philippines	KTM Philippines
SRP*	₱1.575 Million BMW R 1250 GS Price	₱610,000 KTM 690 SMC-R Price
Variant	BMW R 1250 GS Standard	690 SMC-R Standard
User Rating	4.65 R 1250 GS reviews	4.26 690 SMC-R reviews
Fuel Type	Gasoline Gasoline Motorcycles in Philippines	Gasoline Gasoline Motorcycles in Philippines
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type	Adventure Touring Adventure Touring Motorcycles in Philippines	Off Road Off Road Motorcycles in Philippines

Key Features

Start Option	Electric	Electric
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Front Brake	Dual Disc	Disc
Displacement	1254 cc	690 cc
Maximum Power	134 hp	-
Ground Clearance	-	325 mm

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DP ₱315,000 MA : ₱27,019 x 60 Months Get Exclusive Promos

DP ₱122,000 MA : ₱10,464 x 60 Months Get Exclusive Promos

Photo Comparision

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

	4.65/5 17 reviews	4.26/5 19 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... Read More A Aiman Sep 04, 2025 for BMW R 1250 GS	Reasonably high performing option from the stable of KTM I am the kind of bike lover who is not ready to compromise on any aspect when it comes to selecting my model. This time I opted for ktm 690-smc-r for... Read More C Cristian Aug 21, 2025 for KTM 690 SMC-R

From The Experts

Things we like	Efficient handling Powerful performance Unique styling Comfortable & convenient Read More	Superior handling enabled by the latest fully-adjustable WP APEX suspension Brembo brakes All-inclusive electronics package Updated engine Read More
Things we don't like	Comparatively tall Read More	Misses an LED headlight unit Read More

Engine & Performance

Displacement	1254 cc	690 cc
Maximum Power	134 hp	--
Fuel Tank Capacity	20 L	13.5 L
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4-Stroke
Engine Type	Flat Twin Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Air & Liquid Cooled DOHC Engine	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled
Cooling System	Air & Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooling
Drive Type	Shaft Drive	Chain Drive
Injection Type	EFI	Indirect Injection
Emission Control	Euro 4	Catalytic Converter
Exhaust Pipes	2 in 1 Exhaust	Single Exhaust
Alternator	510 W	--
Top Speed	200 kmph	--
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
No. Of Cylinder	2	1
Clutch Type	Oil Lubricated	Hydraulic Multi-Plate
Compression Ratio	12.5:1	--
Bore X Stroke	102.5 mm x 76 mm	105 mm x 80 mm
Maximum Torque	143 Nm	--
Fuel Consumption	21 kmpl	--
RPM at Maximum Torque	6250 rpm	--
RPM at Maximum Power	7750 rpm	--
Spark Plugs Per Cylinder	--	1
Lubrication System	--	Wet Sump
Valves Per Cylinder	--	4

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Dimension

Category	Adventure Touring	--
Gross Weight	465 kg	--
Seating Capacity	2	2
Width	952.5 mm	--
Length	2207 mm	--
Seat Height	850 mm	890 mm
Height	1430 mm	--
Wheel Base	1514 mm	1418 mm
Kerb Weight	249 kg	--
Dry Weight	--	147 kg
Ground Clearance	--	325 mm

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Fuel & Ignition

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

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre	170/60 R17	110/90 R19
Front Tyre	120/70 R19	80/100 R21
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Front Wheel Size	R19	R21
Rear Wheel Size	R17	R19

Chassis & Suspension

Suspension Travel(Rear)	200 mm	280 mm
Rear Suspension	Swing Arm	WP Suspension PDS
Front Suspension	Telelever	WP Suspension
Suspension Travel(Front)	190mm	250 mm

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	No
Engine Check Warning	Yes	No
Central Locking	No	No
Leg Guards	No	No
Launch Control	No	No
Riding Modes	Touring Touring	Sport Sport
Stability Control	Yes	No
Back Rest	No	No
Shutter Lock	--	No
Traction Control	--	No
Anti-Theft Alarm	--	Optional Optional
Engine Immobilizer	--	Yes

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Console

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

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Electrical

Indicator Light	Yes	No
Tail Lamp	LED LED	Bulb Bulb
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Head Lamp	LED LED	Reflector Reflector
Accessory Outlet	--	No

Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Type	Two Section Frame Two Section Frame	Perimeter Perimeter
Seat Type	Dual Stepped Dual Stepped	Slender Slender
Side Wings	Yes	Yes
Chrome Garnish	Yes	Yes
Electronic Suspension Adjustment	--	No
Body Frame Material	--	Steel, Aluminium Steel, Aluminium

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Brake

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

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats	No	Yes
Cruise Control	--	No

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BMW R 1250 GS ₱1.575 - 1.725 Million

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BMW R 1250 GS ₱1.575 - 1.725 Million

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 ₱1.38 Million

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BMW R 1250 GS ₱1.575 - 1.725 Million

BMW R 1300 GS ₱1.675 Million

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KTM 690 SMC-R ₱610,000

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KTM 690 SMC-R ₱610,000

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BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 690 SMC-R FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 690 SMC-R?

R 1250 GS is priced at ₱1.575 Million and 690 SMC-R is priced at ₱610,000. Hence 690 SMC-R is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has more safety features between BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 690 SMC-R?

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

690 SMC-R safety features: ABS, Pass Switch and Engine Immobilizer

The BMW R 1250 GS has higher number of sefety features than 690 SMC-R, hence BMW R 1250 GS is more safer than KTM 690 SMC-R.

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BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 690 SMC-R Comparison

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