BMW R71 vs Honda Magna (Supermagna) (1988)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the BMW R71stacks up against the Honda Magna (Supermagna). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBMW R71Honda Magna (Supermagna)
Model year19411988
Price
Engine746 cc748 cc
Horsepower22 hp88 hp
Weight250 kg
Fuel capacity3.7 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). SingleSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.5-19 / 3.5-19 100/90-19 / 150/80-15

BMW R71 vs Honda Magna (Supermagna) — which should you buy?

Picking between the BMW R71 and the Honda Magna (Supermagna) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the BMW R71 brings 22 hp, while the Honda Magna (Supermagna) counters with 88 hp at 250 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: