2008 BMW K 1200 GT

BMW K 1200 GT 2008


2008 BMW K 1200 GT specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

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General information
Motorcycle name BMW K 1200 GT
Model year 2008
Category Touring
Rating 3.7  See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 1157.0 ccm (70.60 cubic inches)
Engine type In-line four, four-stroke
Power output 150.2 HP (109.6 kW)) @ 9500 RPM
Torque 130.0 Nm (13.3 kgf-m or 95.9 ft.lbs) @ 7750 RPM
Compression 13.0:1
Bore x stroke 79.0 x 59.0 mm (3.1 x 2.3 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection/digital engine management including knock sensor (BMS-K)
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, hydraulically operated
Fuel consumption 4.80 litres/100 km (20.8 km/l or 49.00 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 111.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Bridge-type frame, cast aluminium, load-bearing engine
Rake (fork angle) 29.2°
Trail 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Front suspension BMW Motorrad Duolever
Front wheel travel 115 mm (4.5 inches)
Rear suspension Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Rear wheel travel 135 mm (5.3 inches)
Front tire 120/70-17
Rear tire 180/55-17
Front brakes Double disc. ABS
Diameter 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. ABS
Diameter 294 mm (11.6 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 249.0 kg (549.0 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 282.0 kg (621.7 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.6032 HP/kg
Seat height 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length 2318 mm (91.3 inches)
Overall width 965 mm (38.0 inches)
Wheelbase 1572 mm (61.9 inches)
Fuel capacity 24.00 litres (6.34 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity 2.00 litres (0.53 US gallons)
Other specifications
Starter Electric
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