Honda VT750S vs BMW R11 Series 1 (2016)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VT750Sstacks up against the BMW R11 Series 1. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda VT750S | BMW R11 Series 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2016 | 1930 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 745 cc | 745 cc |
| Horsepower | 45 hp | 18 hp |
| Torque | 65 Nm | — |
| Seat height | 30 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 2.8 L | 3.7 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 3-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Twin-piston hydraulic calliper | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | — |
| Tires | 100/90-19 / 150/80-16 | 3.25-26.00 / 3.25-26.00 |
Honda VT750S vs BMW R11 Series 1 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda VT750S and the BMW R11 Series 1 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VT750S brings 45 hp, while the BMW R11 Series 1 counters with 18 hp.
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: