BMW R 1200 GS Adventure (2006-2007)
R1200GSA
The 2006 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure was the motorcycle used on British television series and book “Long Way Down”, with Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman.
“GS” comes from the german Geländestrasse (off-road).
Updated: 21 August 2024
Specifications and Features
| Engine | 1170 cc Boxer-twin, air/oil cooled |
|---|---|
| Power | 100 hp @ 7000 rpm (Germany: 98) |
| Power to weight ratio | 39 HP/100kg (Germany: 38) |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 5500 rpm |
| Torque to weight ratio | 45 Nm/100kg |
| Transmission | – 6-speed, dry single-plate hydraulic clutch |
| Fuel Capacity | 33 litres |
| Length | 2190 mm |
| Width | 955 mm (mirrors) |
| Height | 1470 mm |
| Weight | – 256 kg wet |
| Seat Height | 890/910 mm (adjustable) |
| Suspension | – Front: telelever central spring strut, adjustable preload, 210 mm travel |
| Tyres | – Front: 110/80-19 |
| Brakes | – Front: 305 mm floating discs, 4-piston calipers |
| Instruments | – Analogue speedometer, tachometer, LCD display with odometer, gear indicator (0 for neutral), fuel gauge, dual trip meters, reserve trip meter, engine temperature, clock |
| Other | – 2x 12v sockets, adjustable brake, clutch and shift levers (hand and feet), centre stand, heated grips |
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