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2008 BMW R 1200 GS

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2008 BMW R 1200 GS Specifications

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Identification
Model Type	On-Off Road
BASE MSRP(US)	$14,600.00
Warranty	36
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Engine:
Engine Type	Flat Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)	105 / 77
Horsepower RPM	7500
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)	85 / 115.2
Torque RPM	5750
Cooling	Air / Oil
Valves	8
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	OHV
Bore (mm/in)	101 / 3.98
Stroke (mm/in)	73 / 2.88
Displacement (cc/ci)	1170 / 71.4
Compression Ratio	12.0:1
Starter	Electric
Battery Amp Hour	14
Fuel Requirements	Premium
Emissions Standards	Standard Emissions
Ram Air Induction	No
Fuel Type	Gas
Alternator Watts	720
Fuel Injector	Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)	47
Carburetor	No
Carburetion Type	Fuel Injected
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	6
Overdrive	Yes
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Shaft
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5/6)	2.3 / 1.64 / 1.29 / 1.06 / 0.93 / 0.84
Reverse	No
Final Drive Ratio	2.91
Wheels & Tires:
Wheels Composition	Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless	Tubeless
Front Wheel Width (in)	2.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)	4
Chromed	Yes
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 Tire (Full Spec)	110/80 HR19
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	150/70 HR17
Brakes:
Brake Brand Name	EVO
Front Brake Type	Dual Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)	12 / 305
Front Caliper Pistons	4
Rear Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)	10.4 / 265
Rear Caliper Pistons	2
Anti-Lock Brakes	Standard
Linked Brake System Front to Rear	Standard
Suspension:
Front Suspension Type	Telescopic Fork
Front Travel (in/mm)	7.5 / 190
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load	Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping	Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut	Yes
Front Suspension Brand Name	Telelever
Steering Damper	No
Rear Suspension Type	Single Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)	7.9 / 200
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load	Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping	Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers	1
Rear Suspension Brand Name	Paralever
Rear Suspension Material	Aluminum
Air Adjustable	No
Steering:
Steering Control	Handlebar
Technical Specifications:
Length (ft)	7.25
Width (in/mm)	36.6 / 929.6
Wheelbase (in/mm)	59.3 / 1506.2
Rake (degrees)	26.2
Trail (in/mm)	3.9 / 99.1
Length (ft/ft)	7
Length (ft/in)	3
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)	504 / 228.6
Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs)	968 / 439.1
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	5.3 / 20
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)	1 / 3.8
Redline RPM	8000
Seats:
Seat Type	Two-Piece
Adjustable	Yes
Seat Material	Vinyl
Seat Location	Driver and Passenger
Folding	No
Seat Height (in/mm)	33.5 / 850
Number Of Seats	2
Detachable Passenger Seat	Standard
Grab Rail or Strap	Standard
Exterior:
Frame	Aluminum / Steel
Body Material	Plastic
Hand Grip Material	Rubber
Foot Peg Material	Steel
Foot Peg Location	Driver and Passenger
Adjustable	No
Chain Guard	No
Chassis Protectors	No
Fork Guards	Yes
Saddle Bag Guard	No
Tank Guard	Yes
Belt Guard	No
Choke Knob Cover	No
Radiator Cover	No
Swing Arm Cover	No
Tire Valve Cap	No
Valve Stems	No
Carburetor Cover	No
Front Fender Material	Plastic
Rear Fender Material	Plastic
Top Crown	Standard
Stand Type	Center / Kick
Handlebars	Standard
Skid Plate	Standard
License Plate	Standard
Instrumentation:
Digital Instrumentation	Standard
Clock	Standard
Tachometer	Standard
Trip Odometer	Standard
Trip Computer	Standard
Speedometer	Standard
Temperature Warning Type	Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type	Gauge
Service Reminder	Standard
Pricing:
Warranty (Condition)	Limited
Destination Charge	495
Zero Price Schema	0
Identification:
Generic Type (Primary)	On-Off Road
Manufacturer Country	Germany
Introduction Year	1980
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age	16
MIC Model Segment	DUAL Over 250cc
Mounts:
Windshield Mounts	Standard
Paint & Finish:
Paint	Standard
Decal Kit	Standard
Glass:
Folding	Yes
Windshield Lowers	No
Height Adjustable	Yes
Tinted	Yes
Height	Low
Storage:
Rear Rack	Standard
Helmet Locks	Standard
Lights:
Headlight Mounts	Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)	Standard
Adjustable Headlights	Standard
Convenience:
Engine Immobilizer	Standard
Power Outlet	Standard
Adjustable Handlebars	Standard
Adjustable Levers	Standard
Handlebar Lock	Standard

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Better than Ever!

By John Pascoe(Owner), Sep. 15, 2008

The new 1200GS is a vast improvement on the previous model on which I did 33,000kms. The ESA is just amazing and the suspension is much more refined. The motor revs more freely and has more power and this works extremely well with the new gearbox ratios. Again it is a more refined power delivery ri... Read Full Review

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