BMW R 1200 GS (2008-2009)

R1200GS

“GS” comes from the german Geländestrasse (off-road).

Updated: 22 August 2024


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Specifications and Features

Engine

1170 cc Boxer-twin, air/oil cooled

Power

105 hp @ 7500 rpm

Power to weight ratio

46 HP/100kg

Torque

115 Nm @ 5750 rpm

Torque to weight ratio

50 Nm/100kg

Transmission

– 6-speed, dry single-plate hydraulic clutch
– Shaft final drive

Fuel Capacity

20 litres

Length

2210 mm

Width

930 mm (handlebars)

Height

1450 mm

Weight

– 229 kg wet
– Max load: 211 kg

Seat Height

850/870 mm (adjustable, optional: 820, 880/900)

Suspension

– Front: telelever central spring strut, adjustable preload, 190 mm travel
– Rear: paralever, adjustable preload (remote) and rebound, 200 mm travel
– Optional: electronic suspension

Tyres

– Front: 110/80-19
– Rear: 150/70-17
– Optional: tubeless spoke wheels

Brakes

– Front: 305 mm floating discs, 4-piston calipers
– Rear: 265 mm disc, 2-piston floating caliper
– ABS available (switchable), combined braking

Instruments

– Analogue speedometer, tachometer, LCD display with odometer, gear indicator, fuel gauge, dual trip meters, reserve trip meter, average consumption, engine temperature, average speed, clock

Other

– LED taillight. Optional: LED indicators
– Optional: traction control (switchable)
– 12v socket, adjustable brake and clutch levers, centre stand. Optional: 12v socket on fairing, heated grips, TPMS

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