Comparing the BMW R 1300 GS Adventure and the Hero Karizma XMR side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW R 1300 GS Adventure is available at a price on request, while the Hero Karizma XMR is priced at ₹181,400. On the engine front, the BMW R 1300 GS Adventure comes with a 1,300 cc unit compared to the Hero Karizma XMR's 210 cc, producing 143.4 bhp @ 7750 rpm and 25.05 bhp @ 9250 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 21 kmpl for the BMW R 1300 GS Adventure versus 41.55 Kmpl for the Hero Karizma XMR. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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| Cooling System | Air + liquid cooled | Liquid Cooled |
| Displacement | 1,300 cc | 210 cc |
| Engine Type | Air Liquid Cooled Two Cylinder Four Stroke Boxer Engine | 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC |
| Power | 143.4 bhp @ 7750 rpm | 25.05 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
| Torque | 149 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 20.4 Nm @ 7250 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 11 litres |
| Mileage | 21 kmpl | 41.55 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 269 | 163.5 |
| Seat Height | 850 | 810 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc 310 mm Caliper - Front 4 Piston | Disc 300 mm |
| Front Suspension | Central Shock Absorber | Dia 37 mm, Telescopic Front Forks with Anti Friction Bush |
| Rear Brake | Disc 285 mm Caliper - Rear 2 Piston | Disc 230 mm |
| Rear Suspension | Single-sided Swingarm | Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Pre-load Adjustable |
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| Front Tyre | 120/70 - R19 | 100/80 - 17 |
| Rear Tyre | 170/60 - R17 | 140/70 - 17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED | LED |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | 12 V / 10 Ah | MF Battery 12V- 6 Ah, ETZ-7 |
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| Cluster | Digital | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Color Options | Racing red solid paintTriple BlackRacing Blue MetallicAurelius Green Metallic Matte | Turbo RedIconic YellowPhantom BlackCombat Grey |
| Fuel System | Electronic fuel injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | (Racing Red) | 2575000 | Disc Brakes, Alloy Wheels Triple Black | 2690000 | Disc Brakes, Alloy Wheels GS Trophy | 2715000 | Disc Brakes, Alloy Wheels Option 719 | 2930000 | Disc Brakes, Alloy Wheels | Top | 186644 Combat | 188257 |
| Starter | Electric | Self Start |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual |











