Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200cc ABS vs BMW R1200GS Adventure (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200cc ABSstacks up against the BMW R1200GS Adventure. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi Stelvio 1200cc ABSBMW R1200GS Adventure
Model year20102007
Price
Engine1151 cc1170 cc
Horsepower108 hp100 hp
Torque108 Nm115 Nm
Weight214 kg223 kg
Seat height33 mm35 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L8.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Stainless steel wave discs, radial calipers with 4 opposed pistons.Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single fixed stainless steel disc, floating caliper with 2 parallel pistons.Single disc
Tires110/90-R19 / 180/55-R17 110/80-R19 / 150/70-R17

Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200cc ABS vs BMW R1200GS Adventure — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200cc ABS and the BMW R1200GS Adventure usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200cc ABS brings 108 hp in a 214 kg package, while the BMW R1200GS Adventure counters with 100 hp at 223 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: