2006 BMW R 1200 GS

2006 BMW R 1200 GS pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Year
2006
Parent Company
BMW
Dealers
Generic Type (Primary)
On-Off Road
Make
BMW
Display Name
R 1200 GS
Manufacturer Country
Germany
Introduction Year
1980
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Price
Standard
MSRP
$14,700
Warranty (Months/Condition)
36 / Limited
Basic Warranty (Miles)
36000
Engine
Standard
Engine Type
Flat Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower RPM
7250
Torque RPM
5500
Cooling
Air / Oil
Valves
8
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
OHV
Compression Ratio
11.0:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Requirements
Premium
Carburetion
Standard
Fuel Injector
Yes
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Speed Governor
No
Horsepower (bhp)
100
Torque (Nm)
115.2
Bore (mm/in)
101 / 3.98
Stroke (in/mm)
2.88 / 73
Displacement (cc/ci)
1170 / 71.4
Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
6
Overdrive
Yes
Reverse
No
Final Drive Ratio
2.82
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Shaft
Dimensions
Standard
Weight
Standard
Capacities
Standard
Performance
Standard
Length (in/mm)
87 / 2210
Width (in/mm)
36 / 914.4
Wheelbase (in/mm)
59.8 / 1519
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
439 / 199.1
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)
496 / 225
GVWR (lbs)
936
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
5.3 / 20
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.67
Construction
Standard
Frame
Aluminum / Steel
Body Material
Plastic
Foot Pegs
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
No
Hand Grips
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Exterior Guards
Standard
Belt Guard
No
Chain Guard
No
Chassis Protectors
No
Hand Guards
Yes
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Exterior Covers
Standard
Radiator Cover
No
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Stand
Standard
Stand Type
Center / Kick
Skid Plate
Standard
Steering Control
Handlebar
Front Suspension Brand Name
Telelever
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic Fork
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut
Yes
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Brand Name
Paralever
Rear Suspension Type
Single Sided Swing Arm
Rear Suspension Material
Aluminum
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Air Adjustable
No
Front Travel (in/mm)
7.5 / 190
Rear Travel (in/mm)
7.9 / 200
Wheels
Standard
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Chromed
Yes
Tube / Tubeless
Tubeless
Tires
Standard
Front Tire Width
110
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
80
Front Tire Speed Rating
H
Front Wheel Diameter
19
Rear Tire Width
150
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Rear Tire Speed Rating
H
Rear Wheel Diameter
17
Front Wheel Width (in)
2.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)
4
Front Tire (Full Spec)
110/80 HR19
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
150/70 HR17
Brakes
Standard
Brake Brand Name
EVO
Front Brake Type
Dual Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Anti-Lock Brakes
Standard
Linked Brake System Front to Rear
Standard
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
12 / 305
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
10.4 / 265
Seat Type
Two-Piece
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Seat Material
Vinyl
Adjustable
Yes
Folding
No
Seat Specifications
Standard
Number Of Seats
2
Detachable Passenger Seat
Standard
Seat Backrest
Optional
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Seat Height (in/mm)
33.1 / 840
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Trip Computer
Standard
Compass
Optional
Navigation System
Optional
GPS
Optional
Fuel Level Warning
Standard
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Temperature Warning
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Gauge
Service Reminder
Standard
Hard Side Cases
Optional
Side Storage Mount
Standard
Tank Bag
Optional
Lockable Storage
Optional
Rear Rack
Standard
Rear Rack Storage
Optional
Bag Liners
Optional
Storage Cover
Optional
Map Holder
Optional
Type
Halogen
Headlight (s)
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Rearview Mirrors
Standard
Windshield
Standard
Height
Low
Height Adjustable
Yes
Windshield Lowers
No
Engine Immobilizer
Standard
Heated Hand Grips
Optional
Power Outlet
Standard
Adjustable Levers
Standard
Alarm System
Optional
Other Convenience
Optional
Side Case Mount
Standard
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Paint
Standard
Decal Kit
Standard
User Reviews
4 reviews
  • My dream bike
    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 13, 2019

    I've had 4 different bikes in my 50 years of riding and as my dream bike I bought mine used at 25k km just 4 years back (2015). I've put on another 30K since and in most respects it's lived up to expectation, though in all honesty it is NOT a bike for Africa unless you can deal with the probable ...

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  • They sell (R1200GS) like hot cakes...
    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 10, 2008
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  • Not the best bike I've had...
    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 09, 2008

    Bought my bike new in fall of 2005. At about 2000 miles (excluding winter months, 3 month of riding). I've had electrical troubles - at 7000 mile and multiple shop visits now today 11/2008 speedo has failed, break failure and headlight randomly works. The only shop in Iowa states "there is no problems ...

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  • 06 R1200GS
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 25, 2008

    This bike is the swiss army knife of motorcycles. I bought it with 5300 miles and in 4 months I've put 8000 miles on it.

    I can ride it in comfort to Idaho and then jump on a fire road when I get there. On my way there I can hit all the twisties and have a blast. A good rider on this ...

    The stock seat after 300 miles sucks. The suspension takes some getting used to, but once you do it's fine.

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