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BMW R 1200 GS Specs

(2016)
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Key Specs

Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke
71.4 cu-in
1170 cm3
123 HP
125.00 PS / 92 kW
6-speed
525 lbs
/ 238.0 kg

BMW R 1200 GS General Information

Brand BMW 
Model BMW R 1200 GS 
Start year 2016 
Year 2016 
Category Enduro / offroad 
Factory Warranty (Years / miles)

BMW R 1200 GS Dimensions, Aerodynamics and weight

Frame type Twin-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame,load-bearing engine 
Seat details
Wheelbase 1,507 mm (59.3 inches) 
Length 2,210 mm (87.0 inches) 
Width 953 mm (37.5 inches) 
Height 1,450 mm (57.1 inches) 
Seat Height 850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. 
Alternate Seat Height
Ground Clearance
Trail size 100 mm (3.9 inches) 
Wheels details Cast aluminium 
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions 120/70-R19 
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions 170/60-R17 
Front brakes Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. 
Rear brakes Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers. 
Front Brakes Dimensions - Disc Dimensions 305 mm (12.0 inches) 
Rear Brakes Dimensions - Disc Dimensions 276 mm (10.9 inches) 
Curb Weight (including fluids) 238.0 kg (524.7 pounds) 
Dry Weight
Front Percentage of Weight
Rear Percentage of Weight
Weight-Power Output Ratio :
Fuel Tank Capacity 20.00 litres (5.28 gallons) 
Reserve Fuel Capacity 4.00 litres (1.06 gallons) 
Carrying Details and Capacity
Front Suspension BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 37 mm, central spring strut 
Front Suspension Travel 190 mm (7.5 inches) 
Rear Suspension Cast aluminium single swingarm with BMW Motorrad Paralever 
Rear Suspension Travel 200 mm (7.9 inches) 

BMW R 1200 GS Engine and Transmission Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke 
Engine details
Fuel system Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection/BMS-K digital engine management with electromotive throttle actuator 
Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity 1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches) 
Bore x Stroke 101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches) 
Compression Ratio 12.5:1 
Number of valves per cylinder
Camshaft Valvetrain Configuration Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) 
Maximum power - Output - Horsepower 125.00 HP (91.2 kW)) @ 7750 RPM 
Maximum torque 125.00 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM 
Engine Maximum RPM
Cooling system Liquid 
Lubrication system Dry sump 
Engine oil capacity
Exhaust system
Gearbox 6-speed 
Transmission type, final drive ratio Shaft drive (cardan) 
Clutch type Oil lubricated clutch, hydraulically operated 
Driveline Constant mesh 

BMW R 1200 GS Performance

Top Speed
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph)
Acceleration 0 to 400m (1/4 mile)
Recuperation 60 to 140 km/h in highest gear
Fuel Consumption - MPG - Economy - Efficiency 4.10 litres/100 km (24.4 km/l or 57.37 mpg) 
CO2 emissions 95.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) 
Emissions Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3 

BMW R 1200 GS Electrical Systems, Ignition and Equipment

Ignition Type
Electrical Details 12 V / 11,8 Ah, maintenance-free battery. Three-phase 510 W generator. 
Starter Type Electric 
Instruments
Lights
How much horsepower does a BMW R 1200 GS has?
The BMW R 1200 GS has 125.00 HP (91.2 kW)) @ 7750 RPM.

How tall (seat height) is a BMW R 1200 GS?
The BMW R 1200 GS seat height is 850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

How many gears does a BMW R 1200 GS has?
The BMW R 1200 GS has 6 gears.