BMW R 1150 GS Adventure (2001-2005)
R1150GSA
The 2001 BMW R 1150 GS Adventure was the motorcycle used on British television series and book “Long Way Round”, with Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman.
“GS” comes from the german Geländestrasse (off-road).
Updated: 19 August 2024
Specifications and Features
| Engine | 1130 cc Boxer-twin, air/oil cooled |
|---|---|
| Power | 85 hp @ 6750 rpm |
| Power to weight ratio | 34 HP/100kg |
| Torque | 98 Nm @ 5250 rpm |
| Torque to weight ratio | 39 Nm/100kg |
| Transmission | – 6-speed, dry single-plate hydraulic clutch |
| Fuel Capacity | 30 litres |
| Length | 2189 mm |
| Width | 920 mm |
| Height | 1499 mm (estimated) |
| Weight | – 253 kg wet |
| Seat Height | 900 mm |
| Suspension | – Front: telelever central spring strut, adjustable preload, 210 mm travel |
| Tyres | – Front: 110/80-19 |
| Brakes | – Front: 305 mm discs, Brembo 4-piston calipers |
| Instruments | – Analogue speedometer, tachometer, odometer and trip meter, LCD display with gear indicator (0 for neutral), fuel gauge, oil temperature, clock |
| Other | – 12v socket, adjustable brake and clutch levers, centre stand, heated grips |
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