Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT vs BMW R1200RT (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTstacks up against the BMW R1200RT. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTBMW R1200RT
Model year20122007
Price$15,690
Engine1151 cc1170 cc
Horsepower95 hp110 hp
Torque100 Nm115 Nm
Weight246 kg229 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity6.1 L7.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. 4 piston calipers. ABS.Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. 2 piston calipers. ABS.Single disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT vs BMW R1200RT — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT and the BMW R1200RT usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT brings 95 hp in a 246 kg package, while the BMW R1200RT counters with 110 hp at 229 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: