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				<td valign='top'><strong class="total">&nbsp;$14,750.00</strong>
				
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Flat Twin</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;2</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;4-Stroke</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Air / Oil</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;8</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;4</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;OHV</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;12.0:1</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Electric</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Manual</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;6</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;110/80 HR19</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;59.3 / 1506.2</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;5.3 / 20</td>
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		<h5>MY First Big BMW</h5>
		<div class="date">By Jeff Covert(Owner),  Jun. 18, 2009</div>
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		I have had a F650GS which was superb, I had a G650 X Country which was also superb. Now I have purchased a R1200GS and again I am happy with it. <br /><br />
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Downs: the stock seat is a little uncomfortable after a few hours, the left saddle bag is small due to the cut out for the exhaust, it's downright ugly<span class="simple_review_box" >...</span><span class="expand_review_box" style="display:none;">, with all the necessary accessories it cost nearly as much as my Harley Ultra Classic yet is not as comfortable and has no Stereo.<br />
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Ups: It's a strong running agile street machine that is quite capable of hitting the dirt roads with the luggage fully loaded riding Two up. Lots of accessories available.</span>
		
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2009 BMW R 1200 GS

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2009 On-Off Road

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2009 BMW R 1200 GS pictures, prices, information, and specifications. Below is the information on the 2009 BMW R 1200 GS. If you would like to get a quote on a new 2009 BMW R 1200 GS use our Build Your Own tool, or Compare this bike to other On-Off Road motorcycles.To view more specifications, visit our Detailed Specifications.

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Model Type	On-Off Road
BASE MSRP(US)	$14,750.00
Warranty	36
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Engine:
Engine Type	Flat Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Air / Oil
Valves	8
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	OHV
Compression Ratio	12.0:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Premium
Fuel Type	Gas
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Shaft
Wheels & Tires:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	110/80 HR19
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	150/70 HR17
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	59.3 / 1506.2
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	5.3 / 20

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By Jeff Covert(Owner), Jun. 18, 2009

I have had a F650GS which was superb, I had a G650 X Country which was also superb. Now I have purchased a R1200GS and again I am happy with it.

Downs: the stock seat is a little uncomfortable after a few hours, the left saddle bag is small due to the cut out for the exhaust, it's downright ugly... Read Full Review