2008 BMW R 1200 GS

2008 BMW R 1200 GS pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Year
2008
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
$14,600
Destination Charge
495
Warranty (Months/Condition)
36 / Limited
Basic Warranty (Miles)
36000
Engine
Standard
Engine Type
Flat Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower RPM
7500
Torque RPM
5750
Cooling
Air / Oil
Valves
8
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
OHV
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Requirements
Premium
Carburetion
Standard
Fuel Injector
Yes
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Horsepower (bhp)
105
Torque (Nm)
115.2
Bore (mm/in)
101 / 3.98
Stroke (in/mm)
2.88 / 73
Displacement (cc/ci)
1170 / 71.4
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
47
Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
6
Overdrive
Yes
Reverse
No
Final Drive Ratio
2.91
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Shaft
Dimensions
Standard
Weight
Standard
Capacities
Standard
Performance
Standard
Length (in/mm)
87 / 2210
Width (in/mm)
36.6 / 929.6
Wheelbase (in/mm)
59.3 / 1506.2
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
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
Fork Guards
Yes
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Tank Guard
Yes
Exterior Covers
Standard
Radiator Cover
No
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Stand
Standard
Stand Type
Center / Kick
Skid Plate
Standard
Other Exterior
Optional
Steering Control
Handlebar
Front Suspension Brand Name
Telelever
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic Fork
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
Yes
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 Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic 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
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Seat Height (in/mm)
33.5 / 850
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
Other Instrumentation
Optional
Hard Side Cases
Optional
Side Storage Mount
Optional
Lockable Storage
Optional
Rear Rack
Standard
Rear Rack Storage
Optional
Bag Liners
Optional
Helmet Storage
Optional
Type
Halogen
Headlight (s)
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Rearview Mirrors
Standard
Windshield
Standard
Tinted
Yes
Height
Low
Height Adjustable
Yes
Windshield Lowers
No
Engine Immobilizer
Standard
Heated Hand Grips
Optional
Power Outlet
Standard
Adjustable Handlebars
Standard
Adjustable Levers
Standard
Alarm System
Optional
Other Convenience
Optional
Side Case Mount
Optional
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Paint
Standard
Decal Kit
Standard
User Reviews
2 reviews
  • A great bike, although a bit much to pick up
    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 02, 2008

    After test riding about a dozen mid and heavy weight dual sports I bought the 12gs. Surprisingly easy to ride at high and low speeds in many conditions, but if you do drop it, it is a chore to get it upright!

    I rode mine on about 4600 miles of trails and dirt roads this summer and ...

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  • Better than Ever!
    By  (I am an Owner) on 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 ...

    The brakes are powerful and smooth and the chassis now feels much more responsive.

    A slight re-design around the front fairing has improved airflow and reduced buffetting.

    My bike has the new Bridgestones fitted and they are very quiet and smooth on road.

    Build quality is first class and this bike is ideally suited to long distance adventure touring in Australia where I live.

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