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BMW R 1200 GS 2008 — Specs & Overview
Specifications and model details
The BMW R 1200 GS is a other motorcycle produced between 2008. Developed by BMW from DE, it represents the other class and carries the characteristics typical of its production period.
Other trims in the lineup
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Power
103.3 HP (75.4 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque
115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) @ 5750 RPM
Engine size
1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Wet weight
229.0 kg (504.9 pounds)
Fuel capacity
20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Key features
Double disc. Optional ABS, can be switched off
Technical specifications
Engine
Engine size
1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke
Power
103.3 HP (75.4 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque
115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) @ 5750 RPM
Compression
12.0:1
Bore x stroke
101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel system
Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection/BMS-K digital engine management with overrun fuel cut-off, twin spark ignition
Fuel control
Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Cooling system
Oil & air
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch
Single dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated
Chassis
Frame type
Two-section frame consisting of front and rear sections, load- bearing engine-gearbox unit
Front suspension
BMW Motorrad Telelever
Front wheel travel
190 mm (7.5 inches)
Rear suspension
Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Rear wheel travel
200 mm (7.9 inches)
Front tire
110/80-19
Rear tire
150/70-17
Front brakes
Double disc. Optional ABS, can be switched off
Front brakes diameter
305 mm (12.0 inches)
Rear brakes
Single disc. Optional ABS, can be switched off
Rear brakes diameter
265 mm (10.4 inches)
Wheelbase
1507 mm (59.3 inches)
Dimensions & weight
Dry weight
203.0 kg (447.5 pounds)
Wet weight
229.0 kg (504.9 pounds)
Power/weight ratio
0.5086 HP/kg
Overall length
2210 mm (87.0 inches)
Overall width
935 mm (36.8 inches)
Fuel capacity
20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Electronics
Starter
Electric
Other
Motorcycle name
BMW R 1200 GS
Year model
2008
Type
Enduro / offroad
Rating
3.9 Check out the detailed rating of off-road capabilities, engine performance, maintenance cost, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Valves per cylinder
4
Greenhouse gases
99.8 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Rake (fork angle)
25.7°
Trail
101 mm (4.0 inches)
Performance
Fuel consumption
4.30 litres/100 km (23.3 km/l or 54.70 mpg)