BMW R 1200 GS (2013-2016)

R1200GS

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

Updated: 26 August 2024


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Specifications and Features

Engine

1170 cc Boxer-twin, air/liquid cooled

Power

125 hp @ 7750 rpm

Power to weight ratio

53 HP/100kg

Torque

125 Nm @ 6500 rpm

Torque to weight ratio

53 Nm/100kg

Transmission

– 6-speed, wet multi-plate slip/assist hydraulic clutch
– Shaft final drive

Fuel Capacity

20 litres

Length

2190 mm

Width

980 mm (handlebars)

Height

1440 mm

Weight

– 238 kg wet
– Max load: 212 kg

Seat Height

850/870 mm (adjustable, optional: 820, 830/850, 870/890, 890)

Suspension

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

Tyres

– Front: 120/70-19
– Rear: 170/60-17
– Optional: tubeless spoke wheels

Brakes

– Front: 305 mm floating discs, Brembo monobloc 4-piston calipers
– Rear: 276 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston floating caliper
– ABS available (switchable, adjustable), combined braking. Optional from 2016: cornering ABS

Instruments

– Analogue speedometer, tachometer, LCD display with odometer, gear indicator, fuel gauge, dual trip meters, reserve trip meter, average and current consumption, ambient and engine temperature, average speed, voltmeter, stop watch, date, clock, shift-up indicator

Other

– LED taillight. Optional: LED headlight and indicators. Optional from 2016: emergency braking lights
– Optional: riding modes, traction control (switchable, adjustable)
– 12v socket on dash, adjustable brake and clutch levers, centre stand. Optional: cruise control, 12v socket, heated grips, TPMS

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