04-01-2022, 09:51 AM
(04-01-2022, 09:30 AM)Grumpy Goat Wrote: Just making the point that it doesn't begin and end with big torque numbers. The effect in performance seen by the rider can be made similar with smaller torque and proper gearing.
I would think engine design is more important.
The 1200 and 1250 has the same gearing but with the shiftcam the low and midrange torque feels a lot stronger than the 1200 engine.
Lee
Iowa, USA
2022 R1250RS White Sport
Past BMWs: 2016 R1200RS x 2, 2011 K1300S x 2, 2003 K1200RS x 2, 1991 K75S x 2, 1987 K75T x 2, 1984 R100RT
Iowa, USA
2022 R1250RS White Sport
Past BMWs: 2016 R1200RS x 2, 2011 K1300S x 2, 2003 K1200RS x 2, 1991 K75S x 2, 1987 K75T x 2, 1984 R100RT