BMW R1200ST vs Yamaha FJ 1200 ABS (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the BMW R1200STstacks up against the Yamaha FJ 1200 ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBMW R1200STYamaha FJ 1200 ABS
Model year20071997
Price
Engine1170 cc1188 cc
Horsepower110 hp125 hp
Torque115 Nm110 Nm
Weight205 kg221 kg
Seat height33 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity5.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

BMW R1200ST vs Yamaha FJ 1200 ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the BMW R1200ST and the Yamaha FJ 1200 ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the BMW R1200ST brings 110 hp in a 205 kg package, while the Yamaha FJ 1200 ABS counters with 125 hp at 221 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: