Harley-DavidsonPanAmerica1250vsBMWR1300GS

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 vs BMW R 1300 GS: Specifications Comparison

• Safety

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Pillion Grabrail, Side Stand Warning Indicator

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On)		All Variants
  Hazard Warning Indicator		1 Variant
  Pillion Grabrail		1 Variant
  Side Stand Warning Indicator		All Variants
  Turn Indicators	LED	LED 1 Variant
  Brake Assist		Data Not Available
  Clutch Type		1 Variant
  Traction Control System		1 Variant
  Radial Tyres	Data Not Available	1 Variant

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• Comfort & Convenience

  Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator

  Average Speed Indicator		Data Not Available
  Call/SMS Alerts		1 Variant
  Low Battery Indicator		1 Variant
  Low Oil Indicator		1 Variant
  Pillion Footrest		1 Variant
  Riding Modes	4	3 1 Variant
  GPS & Navigation		1 Variant
  Distance to Empty Indicator		Data Not Available
  Engine Kill Switch		1 Variant
  Instrument Cluster	Digital	Digital All Variants
  Seat Style	Split	Data Not Available
  Start Type	Self Start	Self Start 1 Variant
  USB Charging Port		1 Variant

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• Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

  Braking System, Front Wheel Travel, Wheel Size, Rear Suspension Travel

  Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS All Variants
  Front Wheel Travel		Data Not Available
  Wheel Size	R19	Data Not Available
  Rear Suspension Travel		1 Variant
  Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy 1 Variant
  Front Suspension Type	inverted fork with electronically adjustable semi-active damping control	Central Shock Absorber
  Rear Suspension	Linkage-mounted monoshock with automatic electronic preload control	Single-sided Swingarm
  Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc 1 Variant
  Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc 1 Variant

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• Engine & Transmission

  Gear Shifting Pattern, Number of Spark Plugs, Engine Capacity, Engine Type

  Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	1 Down 5 Up 1 Variant
  Number of Spark Plugs		Data Not Available
  Engine Capacity	1252 cc	1300 cc 1 Variant
  Engine Type	Revolution Max 1250	Air-/liquid-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels 1 Variant
  No. of Cylinders	2	2 1 Variant
  Max Speed	200 kmph	255 kmph 1 Variant
  Bore x Stroke	105 mm x 72 mm	106.5 mm x 73 mm 1 Variant
  Cooling type	Liquid Cooled	Air-oil cooled 1 Variant
  Max Power	152.27 PS @ 8750 rpm	147 PS @ 7750 rpm 1 Variant
  Max Torque	128 Nm @ 6750 rpm	149 Nm @ 6500 rpm 1 Variant
  Number of Gears	6 Speed	6 Speed 1 Variant

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• Instrumentation

  Touch Screen Display, Gear Status Indicator, Tachometer, Speedometer

  Touch Screen Display		Data Not Available
  Gear Status Indicator
  Tachometer	Digital	Digital All Variants
  Speedometer	Digital	Digital All Variants
  Odometer	Digital	Digital All Variants
  Riding Modes Switch	Data Not Available	All Variants

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• Dimensions & Capacity

  Length, Width, Height, Wheelbase

  Length	2270 mm mm	2212 mm
  Width	975 mm	1000 mm
  Height	1510 mm mm	1406 mm
  Wheelbase	1585 mm	1518 mm
  Ground Clearance	175 mm mm	Data Not Available
  Fuel Tank Capacity	21.2 Liters Litres	19 Litres 1 Variant
  Engine Oil Capacity	4.9 Liters Litres	Data Not Available
  Seat Height	850 mm	850 mm 1 Variant
  Kerb Weight	258 kg	237 kg 1 Variant

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• Exterior

  Daytime Running Lights (DRL), Headlamps

  Daytime Running Lights (DRL)		1 Variant
  Headlamps		Data Not Available

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• Warranty

  Standard Warranty

  Standard Warranty

  2 Years/Unlimited kms

  3 Year

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• Pros & Cons

  Pros, Cons

  Pros	Powerful 1252cc V-twin engine Excellent long-distance comfort and ergonomics Advanced electronics including riding modes, traction control, and cruise control Capable on-road and off-road performance Premium suspension setup with semi-active tech	Strong 1300cc boxer engine (145 hp, 149 Nm) with great torque delivery Outstanding ride comfort and suspension (EVO ESA) for long-distance touring Highly capable on-road and off-road, true ADV versatility Packed with advanced electronics and rider aids (ride modes, traction control, TFT) More compact and manageable than before, easier to handle than older GS
  Cons	Heavy (258 kg) and can feel bulky at low speeds Expensive compared to rivals Limited dealership/service network Not the most beginner-friendly ADV Heat and size can be challenging in city use	Weight still noticeable, especially at slow speeds Expensive ownership and maintenance Fuel tank slightly smaller than before, reducing range a bit Complex electronics can feel overwhelming Overkill for casual riders or city-only use

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Visual Gallery

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250BMW R 1300 GS

Which Bike Do You Like More?

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250

BMW R 1300 GS