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BMW R 1200 GS 2012 — Specs & Overview
Specifications and model details
The BMW R 1200 GS is a other motorcycle produced between 2012. Developed by BMW from DE, it represents the other class and carries the characteristics typical of its production period.
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Torque
120.0 Nm (12.2 kgf-m or 88.5 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Engine size
1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Wet weight
229.0 kg (504.9 pounds)
Seat height
850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel capacity
20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Key features
Double disc. Optional integral ABS. Can be switched off.
Technical specifications
Engine
Engine size
1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke
Engine details
Rradially aligned valves
Torque
120.0 Nm (12.2 kgf-m or 88.5 ft.lbs) @ 6000 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
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Lubrication system
Dry sump
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-R19
Rear tire
150/70-R17
Front brakes
Double disc. Optional integral ABS. Can be switched off.
Front brakes diameter
305 mm (12.0 inches)
Rear brakes
Single disc. Optional integral ABS. Can be switched off.
Rear brakes diameter
265 mm (10.4 inches)
Wheels
Cast aluminium
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
0.2365 HP/kg
Seat height
850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alternate seat height
765 mm (30.1 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
Overall height
1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Overall length
2210 mm (87.0 inches)
Overall width
915 mm (36.0 inches)
Fuel capacity
20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity
4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Electronics
Starter
Electric
Electrical
12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free battery.
Other
Model name
BMW R 1200 GS
Year of manufacture
2012
Type
Enduro / offroad
Price as new
US$ 16150. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating
4.0 Check out the detailed rating of off-road capabilities, engine performance, maintenance cost, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Output
48.0 HP (35.0 kW)) @ 7750 RPM
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)
Color options
Titan silver, blue
Performance
Fuel consumption
4.30 litres/100 km (23.3 km/l or 54.70 mpg)
Emission details
Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3