2013 BMW R 1200 GS

BMW R 1200 GS 2013


2013 BMW R 1200 GS specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

BMW's profilation of this bike
The BMW R 1200 GS – the icon of all travel enduros. For 32 years “the GS” has been defining its segment and has proven to be the trusty companion on any motorcycle adventure. BMW Motorrad is now embarking on a new chapter of its success story and is yet again perfecting the iconic R 1200 GS.

General information
Motorcycle name BMW R 1200 GS
Model year 2013
Category Enduro / offroad
Rating 3.9  Check out the detailed rating of off-road capabilities, engine performance, maintenance cost, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Engine type Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke
Power output 123.4 HP (90.1 kW)) @ 7750 RPM
Torque 124.8 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.0 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Compression 12.5:1
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 electromotive throttle actuator
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Lubrication system Dry sump
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Oil lubricated clutch, hydraulically operated
Driveline Constant mesh
Fuel consumption 4.13 litres/100 km (24.2 km/l or 56.95 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 95.8 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission details Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Two-section frame, bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine
Rake (fork angle) 25.5°
Trail 99 mm (3.9 inches)
Front suspension BMW Motorrad Telelever
Front wheel travel 191 mm (7.5 inches)
Rear suspension Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Rear wheel travel 201 mm (7.9 inches)
Front tire 120/70-19
Rear tire 170/60-17
Front brakes Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. ABS.
Diameter 305 mm (12.0 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers. ABS:
Diameter 276 mm (10.9 inches)
Wheels Cast aluminium wheels
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 238.1 kg (525.0 pounds)
Seat height 851 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Overall length 2210 mm (87.0 inches)
Overall width 953 mm (37.5 inches)
Wheelbase 1506 mm (59.3 inches)
Fuel capacity 20.06 litres (5.30 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Red, blue, white, grey
Starter Electric
Electrical 12 V / 11,8 Ah, maintenance-free battery.
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