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BMW R 1250 R vs Ducati Monster 797 Comparison

Compare BMW R 1250 R vs Ducati Monster 797 to know which is better. Detailed bikes comparison on BMW R 1250 R vs Ducati Monster 797; compare on-road price, performance and other features on bike comparison site.

R 1250 R vs Monster 797 Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsR 1250 RMonster 797
Price18.33 L8.51 L
Power1254.0 CC803.0 CC
ClassSportsCruiser
Mileage15.00 KM/L18 KM/L
R 1250 R
BMW R 1250 R
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹18.33 L
Monster 797
Ducati Monster 797
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹8.51 L
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OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
7.7
N/A
Design7.50-
Performance8.00-
Fuel Consumption6.50-
Significance7.50-
Safety8.00-
Comfort8.00-
Value For Money7.00-

Specifications

Engine CC1254.0 CC803.0 CC
Max Torque105.0067.00
Top Speed200 kmphN/A
No. of Gears6 Gears6 Gears
Starting MechanismElectric StartSelf Start

Features

Ducati Multimedia System No Yes
Brembo Braking System No Yes
Bosch 9.1 MP ABS system No Yes
LCD instrument panel No Yes

Pros Cons of BMW R 1250 R

Pros

  • Super smooth engine
  • touring capabilities
  • Loaded with electronics

Cons

  • Expensive 
  • Limited service network
  • Not suitable for short riders

Verdict

The BMW R 1250 R is a naked roadster, which sits right atop BMW's naked motorcycle range and it replaced the R 1200 R in India when it was launched in 2019. It get the new 1,254 cc boxer-twin engine which also does duty on the BMW R 1250 GS. The engine pumps out 134 bhp at 7,750 rpm and has peak torque output of 143 Nm at 6,250 rpm. Plus, the motorcycle is equipped with a lot of advanced electronics. But all these come with a hefty price tag.

Pros Cons Ducati Monster 797

Pros

  • Design
  • Performance
  • Dynamics

Cons

  • Price
  • Engine heat in everyday use

Verdict

The new Monster offers enough performance to keep things entertaining for experienced riders, and for new riders, it offers an easy and accessible platform, which is unintimidating and easy to ride. Overall, it offers dollops of fun, it's quite a fun and likeable package, and the new Monster has evolved in the right direction, with a near-perfect blend of performance, safety net, dynamics and accessibility.

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