IndianMotorcycleFTR1200vsBMWR1300GS

Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 vs BMW R 1300 GS: Specifications Comparison

• Safety

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, Traction Control System, Slipper Clutch

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

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• Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

  Braking System, Wheel Type, Front Suspension, Rear Suspension

  Braking System	Dual Channel ABS All Variants	Dual Channel ABS All Variants
  Wheel Type	Alloy 4 Variants Spoke 1 Variant	Alloy 1 Variant
  Front Suspension	Inverted Telescopic cartridge fork Inverted telescopic cartridge fork	Central Shock Absorber
  Rear Suspension	ZF Sachs Fully Adjustable Piggyback IFP / 120mm ZF Sachs Fully Adjustable Piggyback IFP Ohlins Fully Adjustable Piggyback IFP / 120mm	Single-sided Swingarm
  Front Brake	Disc 3 Variants	Disc 1 Variant
  Rear Brake	Disc 3 Variants	Disc 1 Variant
  Front Wheel Size	R19 1 Variant	Data Not Available
  Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	Data Not Available	1 Variant

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• Instrumentation

  Riding Modes Switch, Tachometer, Speedometer, Odometer

  Riding Modes Switch	All Variants	All Variants
  Tachometer	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants
  Speedometer	Analogue 2 Variants Digital 3 Variants	Digital All Variants
  Odometer	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants
  Gear Indicator	Data Not Available

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• Engine & Transmission

  Engine Capacity, Engine Type, Top Speed, Bore x Stroke

  Engine Capacity	1203 cc All Variants	1300 cc 1 Variant
  Engine Type	Liquid Cooled V-Twin All Variants	Air-/liquid-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels 1 Variant
  Top Speed	147 kmph All Variants	255 kmph 1 Variant
  Bore x Stroke	102 mm x 73.6 mm All Variants	106.5 mm x 73 mm 1 Variant
  Cooling type	Liquid Cooled All Variants	Air-oil cooled 1 Variant
  Max Power	126.42 PS All Variants	147 PS @ 7750 rpm 1 Variant
  Max Torque	118 Nm @ 6000 rpm 3 Variants 120 Nm @ 6000 rpm 2 Variants	149 Nm @ 6500 rpm 1 Variant
  Number of Gears	6 Speed All Variants	6 Speed 1 Variant
  Gear Shifting Pattern	Data Not Available	1 Down 5 Up 1 Variant
  No. of Cylinders	Data Not Available	2 1 Variant

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• Dimensions & Capacity

  Length, Width, Height, Wheelbase

  Length	2223 mm 2286 mm	2212 mm
  Width	830 mm 867 mm	1000 mm
  Height	1295 mm 1369 mm	1406 mm
  Wheelbase	1525 mm 1524 mm	1518 mm
  Ground Clearance	165 mm 183 mm	Data Not Available
  Fuel Tank Capacity	13 Litres 4 Variants 12.9 Litres 1 Variant	19 Litres 1 Variant
  Engine Oil Capacity	2.8 Litres All Variants	Data Not Available
  Unladden/Kerb Weight	233 kg 2 Variants	237 kg 1 Variant
  Seat Height	Data Not Available	850 mm 1 Variant

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• Comfort & Convenience

  Instrument Console, Start Type, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator

  Instrument Console	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants
  Start Type	Self Start All Variants	Self Start 1 Variant
  Call/SMS Alerts	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Low Battery Indicator	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Low Oil Indicator	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Pillion Footrest	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Riding Modes	Data Not Available	3 1 Variant
  GPS & Navigation	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  Engine Kill Switch	Data Not Available	1 Variant
  USB Charger Port	Data Not Available	1 Variant

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• Pros & Cons

  Pros, Cons

  Pros		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		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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• Exterior

  Daytime Running Lights

  Daytime Running Lights

  Data Not Available

  1 Variant

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• Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  Data Not Available

  3 Year

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Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200BMW R 1300 GS

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