| General information | 
  
    | Motorcycle name | BMW R 850 GS | 
    | Year model | 1999 | 
    | Type | Enduro / offroad | 
    | Rating | 3.4   Check out the detailed rating of off-road capabilities, engine performance, maintenance cost, etc. Compare with any other bike. | 
    
        | Engine and transmission | 
  
    | Engine size | 848.0 ccm (51.74 cubic inches) | 
    | Type of engine | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke | 
    | Effect | 70.0 HP (51.1  kW)) @ 7500 RPM | 
    | Top speed | 185.0 km/h (115.0 mph) | 
    | Cooling system | Oil & air | 
    | Gearbox | 5-speed | 
    | Transmission type | Shaft drive (cardan)  (final drive) | 
    
        | Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | 
      
        | Physical measures and capacities | 
  
    | Dry weight | 225.0 kg (496.0 pounds) | 
    | Power/weight ratio | 0.3111 HP/kg | 
    | Wheelbase | 1509 mm (59.4 inches) | 
    | Fuel capacity | 25.00 litres (6.61 US gallons) | 
    
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