BMW R 12 nine TvsBMW R 1300 GS
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BMW R 1300 GS
68% Match
BMW R 12 nine T
Standard
₹22.75 Lakh
Ex-showroom price
Lower Seat Height
A 795 mm seat height is significantly more accessible than the GS's 850 mm, easier for shorter riders to flat-foot.
Lighter Kerb Weight
At 220 kg the nineT is 17 kg lighter than the GS's 237 kg, aiding low-speed maneuverability and confidence.
Classic Roadster Stance
The nineT's tubular space frame and naked roadster proportions (2129 x 871 x 1070 mm) give it a compact, classic silhouette versus the GS's larger adventure-touring build.
AI Match
BMW R 1300 GS
- 88%
Performance
- 80%
Comfort
- 72%
Efficiency
- 90%
Features & Tech
- 85%
Safety
- 78%
Ownership
- 80%
Practicality
- 75%
Value
BMW R 1300 GS
Pro
₹23.25 - ₹26.51 Lakh
Ex-showroom price
More Muscle
145 bhp and 149 Nm comfortably outgun the nineT's 107.5 bhp and 115 Nm for stronger acceleration and overtaking.
Longer Legs
A 19-litre tank and 399 km riding range beat the nineT's 16-litre tank and 313.6 km range, meaning fewer fuel stops on long rides.
Smarter Cockpit
A 6.5-inch TFT display with map navigation and Bluetooth trumps the nineT's semi-digital console with no navigation.
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BMW R 12 nine T
The R 12 nineT's lower seat height, lighter weight, and roadster ergonomics make it slightly friendlier for stop-go traffic and short city hops, though neither bike is a true commuter.
See Full ComparisonWhy R 12 nine T for you?
Lower seat height
At 795 mm vs 850 mm, the nineT is easier to flat-foot at signals and in slow traffic, a big plus for daily city use.
Lighter kerb weight
220 kg vs 237 kg makes the nineT a touch easier to filter through traffic and manage at low speeds.
Every vehicle has a different personality.
Find out how the BMW R 12 nine T and BMW R 1300 GS stack up across key factors and see what makes each of them unique.
BMW R 1300 GS pulls ahead overall
The GS pulls ahead on raw performance, tech, and range while the nineT counters with a lighter, lower-slung package that favors accessibility and classic feel over outright capability.
More Muscle
145 bhp and 149 Nm comfortably outgun the nineT's 107.5 bhp and 115 Nm for stronger acceleration and overtaking.
Longer Legs
A 19-litre tank and 399 km riding range beat the nineT's 16-litre tank and 313.6 km range, meaning fewer fuel stops on long rides.
Smarter Cockpit
A 6.5-inch TFT display with map navigation and Bluetooth trumps the nineT's semi-digital console with no navigation.
A Trade-off
A 795 mm seat height is significantly more accessible than the GS's 850 mm, easier for shorter riders to flat-foot.
Strengths that matter every day.
A side-by-side look at what each one does best, so you can choose what fits your needs.
BMW R 12 nine T
Strengths for those who prioritise comfort, performance and range.
Lower Seat Height
A 795 mm seat height is significantly more accessible than the GS's 850 mm, easier for shorter riders to flat-foot.
Lighter Kerb Weight
At 220 kg the nineT is 17 kg lighter than the GS's 237 kg, aiding low-speed maneuverability and confidence.
Classic Roadster Stance
The nineT's tubular space frame and naked roadster proportions (2129 x 871 x 1070 mm) give it a compact, classic silhouette versus the GS's larger adventure-touring build.
Adjustable Levers
Clutch and brake levers are adjustable on the nineT, a dedicated ergonomic feature not listed for the GS.
Slightly Cheaper
At ₹23,00,000 ex-showroom, the nineT undercuts the GS's ₹23,50,000 price tag, saving riders ₹50,000 upfront.
BMW R 1300 GS
Strengths for those who prioritise power, range and value.
More Muscle
145 bhp and 149 Nm comfortably outgun the nineT's 107.5 bhp and 115 Nm for stronger acceleration and overtaking.
Longer Legs
A 19-litre tank and 399 km riding range beat the nineT's 16-litre tank and 313.6 km range, meaning fewer fuel stops on long rides.
Smarter Cockpit
A 6.5-inch TFT display with map navigation and Bluetooth trumps the nineT's semi-digital console with no navigation.
Quickshifter Advantage
Standard quickshifter on the GS allows clutchless gear changes, a feature the nineT does not offer.
Better Stopping Power at the Rear
A larger 285 mm rear disc with 2-piston caliper offers more braking bite than the nineT's 265 mm rear disc.
Features that matter every day.
Instead of counting features, we compare which ones each vehicle actually includes.
Power & Performance
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Safety & Convenience
Mobile App Monitoring
Lights
Seat & Storage
Additional Features
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