2008 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure
2008 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
On-Off Road
MSRP
$16,600
Dealers
Warranty
36
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
On-Off Road
Manufacturer Country
Germany
Introduction Year
1980
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
BMW
Display Name
R 1200 GS Adventure
Year
2008
Make
BMW
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
Fuel Requirements
Premium
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Injector
Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
47
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
6
Overdrive
Yes
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Shaft
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5/6)
2.37 / 1.64 / 1.29 / 1.06 / 0.93 / 0.84
Reverse
No
Final Drive Ratio
2.91
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless
Tubeless
Front Wheel Width (in)
2.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)
4
Chromed
No
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
Brake Brand Name
EVO
Front Brake Type
Dual Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
12 / 305
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
10.4 / 265
Anti-Lock Brakes
Standard
Linked Brake System Front to Rear
Standard
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic Fork
Front Travel (in/mm)
8.3 / 210
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)
8.7 / 220
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 Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
7.38
Width (in/mm)
37.4 / 950
Wheelbase (in/mm)
59.4 / 1508.8
Length (ft/ft)
7
Length (ft/in)
4.6
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
491 / 222.7
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)
563 / 255.4
Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs)
1045 / 474
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
8.7 / 33
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)
1 / 3.8
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.38
Seat Type
Two-Piece
Adjustable
Yes
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
35.2 / 894.1
Number Of Seats
2
Detachable Passenger Seat
Standard
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Aluminum / Steel
Body Material
Plastic
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
No
Chain Guard
No
Chassis Protectors
No
Engine Case Guard
Yes
Fork Guards
Yes
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Tank Guard
Yes
Belt Guard
No
Hand Guards
Yes
Brush Guard
Yes
Heel Guards
Yes
Exhaust Guard
Yes
Radiator Cover
No
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Center / Kick
Handlebars
Standard
Handlebar Pads
Standard
Skid Plate
Standard
License Plate
Standard
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
Warranty (Condition)
Limited
Destination Charge
495
Basic Warranty (Miles)
36000
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Paint
Standard
Decal Kit
Standard
Folding
Yes
Windshield Lowers
Yes
Height Adjustable
Yes
Tinted
No
Height
Mid
Rear Rack
Standard
Helmet Locks
Standard
Fog Lights
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Adjustable Headlights
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Engine Immobilizer
Standard
Heated Hand Grip Location
Driver
Power Outlet
Standard
Adjustable Handlebars
Standard
Adjustable Levers
Standard
Handlebar Lock
Standard
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