BMW R1200R vs Moto Morini 9 1-2 (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the BMW R1200Rstacks up against the Moto Morini 9 1-2. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | BMW R1200R | Moto Morini 9 1-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2007 | 2012 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 1170 cc | 1187 cc |
| Horsepower | 109 hp | 117 hp |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Weight | 198 kg | 198 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 L | 5.6 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Double disc. Bremo, 4-piston calipers |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Bremo, 2-piston calipers |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 | 120/70-R17 / 180/55-R17 |
BMW R1200R vs Moto Morini 9 1-2 — which should you buy?
Picking between the BMW R1200R and the Moto Morini 9 1-2 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the BMW R1200R brings 109 hp in a 198 kg package, while the Moto Morini 9 1-2 counters with 117 hp at 198 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: