2018 BMW R 1200 GS

BMW R 1200 GS 2018


2018 BMW R 1200 GS specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

BMW's profilation of this bike
The R 1200 GS has always been inspiring. The new model goes one better: both in terms of its touring suitability and off-road performance. Which means for you: increased comfort, dynamics and more fun. In short: yet more adventure.

General information
Model name BMW R 1200 GS
Year of manufacture 2018
Type Enduro / offroad
Rating 3.7  Check out the detailed rating of off-road capabilities, engine performance, maintenance cost, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size 1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Type of engine Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Engine details Balancer shaft
Output 125.0 HP (91.2 kW)) @ 7750 RPM
Torque 125.0 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Top speed 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
Compression 12.5:1
Bore x stroke 101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection
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 4.96 litres/100 km (20.2 km/l or 47.42 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 115.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission details Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine
Rake (fork angle) 25.5°
Trail 100 mm (3.9 inches)
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 120/70-R19
Rear tire 170/60-R17
Front brakes Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
Diameter 305 mm (12.0 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
Diameter 276 mm (10.9 inches)
Wheels Aluminium-Gussräder
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 244.0 kg (537.9 pounds)
Seat height 850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Overall length 2207 mm (86.9 inches)
Overall width 953 mm (37.5 inches)
Wheelbase 1507 mm (59.3 inches)
Fuel capacity 20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Light White/Black Storm Metallic
Starter Electric
Comments Windscreen.
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