BMW R 1200 GS - Quick start guide

Brand: BMW

Model: R 1200 GS -

Category: Offroad Vehicle

Type: Quick start guide

UNSTOPPABLE

R 1200 GS

BMW Motorrad

R 1200 GS

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UNSTOPPABLE

THE NEW BMW R 1200 GS

is one of a kind. This UNSTOPPABLE machine offers unlimited freedom to the rider.

An exceptionally versatile performer both on- and off-road, with the power to take you

anywhere you want to go. And the unique looks to turn the head of even the most jaded

rider. The BMW R 1200 GS is now available with the groundbreaking Enduro ESA

(Electronic Suspension Adjustment) option, a  rst in the industry.

The BMW R 1200 GS – because even the most free of spirits need something to rely on.

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MORE CONTROL –

A DRIVE SYSTEM

THAT WON’T LET YOU DOWN

You can count on the R 1200 GS, the benchmark for Enduro riders everywhere. And now we

have made it even better and more powerful. Its new power plant delivers 105 horsepower

across a wider usable rev range than ever before. Add to that the new gear ratios and lower  nal

drive ratio, and the result is a unique combination of instant response and dynamic power delivery

for maximum excitement wherever you go.

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MORE PERFECT –

LITTLE THINGS THAT MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE

A small change can sometimes make all the difference – the difference

between merely good and UNSTOPPABLE. Which is why BMW Motorrad

has completely redesigned the handlebars of the R 1200 GS.

To ensure better ergonomics during off-road riding in a

standing position, they can be mounted further forward than

is usual. The seat design has also been improved, and an

extra-tough two-section hand guard is  tted as standard.

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ENGINE

Type Air/oil-cooled, twin-cylinder four-stroke

boxer, single camshaft, four valve s per

cylinder, central counterbalance shaft

Bore x stroke 101 mm x 73 mm (3.9 inc hes x 2.8 inches)

Capacit y 1170 cc

Max. output 105 hp (77 kW) at 7250 rpm

Max. torqu e 85lb/ft at 5500 rpm

Compres sion ratio 12.0:1

Fuel/engine manageme nt Electronic intake pipe injection/BMS-K

electronic engine manage ment with

overrun fue l cut-off, twin- spark ignition

Emission control Regulated 3-wa y catalytic converter,

compliant with EU-3 emission standard

Fuel type Premium Unlea ded

ELECTRICS

Alternato r 720 W three-phase generator

Batter y 12 V/14 Ah, mainte nance-free

TRANSMISSION

Clutch Hydraulic ally operate d single-di sc dry

clutch

Gears 6-speed helical synch romesh gear box

Drive Shaft drive

CHASSIS/BRAKES

Frame Two-section frame made up of front

and rear sections with load-be aring

engine/gearbox

Suspension, front BMW Motorrad Telelever, stanchion diam-

eter 41 mm (1.6 inche s), central strut, spring

preload mechanically adjustable bet ween

 ve settings

Rear wheel loc ation/suspension Die-ca st aluminium single-sided sw ing arm

with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD (travel-

related damping) strut, spring pre load

hydraulically and steples sly adjusta ble via

handwheel, adjustable rebound damp ing

Travel front/rear

190 mm/200 mm (7.5 inches/7.9 inches)

Wheelba se

1507 mm (59.3 inches)

Castor

101 mm (3.9 inches)

Steering hea d angle

64.3°

Wheels

Cast aluminium

Rim dimensio ns, front

2.50 x 19"

Rim dimensio ns, rear

4.00 x 17"

Tire, front

110/ 80 R 19

Tire, rear

150/70 R 17

Brakes, fro nt

Double-disc brake system with 305 mm

(12.0 inches) diameter  oating brake discs,

4-piston  xed caliper

Brake, rear

Single-disc brake (265 mm diameter (10.4

inches)), double -piston  oating caliper

ABS

BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (pa rtially

integral version) available as an option,

disengageable

DIMENSIONS/ WEIG HT

Seat height

850/870 mm (33.5/ 34.3 inches)

Wet Weight

229 kg (504 lbs.)

Dry weight

203 kg (446 lbs.)

GVWR

440 kg (968 lbs.)

Usable tank volume

20.0 l (5.3 U.S. gal.)

Of which reserve

Approx. 4.0 l (1.0 U.S. gal.)

Length

2210 mm (87.0 inches)

Width (inc. mirrors)

935 mm (36.6 inches)

Dime nsions ref er to unla den motorc ycles as p er

DIN st andard.

1. A s de ned in EU direc tive 93/93/EEC,  lled with all

operating  uid s, fuelled to at least 90% of usable

tank capacit y.

2. Unladen weight with out operating  uids.

THE NEW BMW R 1200 GS

An UNSTOPPABLE machine that offers unlimited freedom to the rider. The new R 1200 GS is equally competent on tarmac

and rough terrain, so the only restriction on your touring is how homesick you get. It now features a revised transmission to take

on even more abuse, the better looks to make it stand out from the crowd and add to that, for the  rst time, the Enduro ESA

suspension option. No wonder it’s the world’s standard for Enduros. The BMW R 1200 GS – because even the most free

of spirits need something to rely on.

For full details of the BMW Motor rad range of Motorcycle and Rider Equipme nt, speak to your

BMW Motorrad dea ler or visit our website.

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BMW Motorrad

R 1200 GS

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This catalog shows the European speci cation R 1200 GS model, which may vary from the U.S. speci cation model in some respects. Please note that some of the BMW apparel shown may not be available in the U.S., or at all BMW Motorrad USA dealers. BMW is not responsible for printing errors and reserves the right

to change options, pricing or standard features on this model as required. For up-to-date information on this model and all BMW motorcycles, please visit your BMW Motorrad USA dealer or ride the web at www.bmwmotorcycles.com. Subject to change and error. © BMW Motorrad, UX-VM-2, Munich, Germany. Not to be