2008 BMW K 1200 GT

2008 BMW K 1200 GT pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
MSRP
$18,620
Type
Sport-Touring
Insurance
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Model Type
Sport-Touring
MSRP
$18,620
Dealers
Warranty
36
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Sport-Touring
Manufacturer Country
Germany
Introduction Year
2005
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
BMW
Display Name
K 1200 GT
Year
2008
Make
BMW
Engine Type
Horizontal In-line
Cylinders
4
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)
152 / 113.4
Horsepower RPM
9500
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)
96 / 130
Torque RPM
7750
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
16
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Bore (mm/in)
79 / 3.11
Stroke (mm/in)
59 / 2.32
Displacement (cc/ci)
1157 / 70.6
Compression Ratio
13.0:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Premium
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Injector
Yes
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
6
Overdrive
No
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Shaft
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5/6)
2.52 / 1.84 / 1.45 / 1.28 / 1.14 / 1.01
Reverse
No
Final Drive Ratio
2.82
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless
Tubeless
Front Wheel Width (in)
3.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)
5.5
Chromed
No
Front Tire Width
120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Front Tire Speed Rating
Z
Front Wheel Diameter
17
Rear Tire Width
180
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
55
Rear Tire Speed Rating
Z
Rear Wheel Diameter
17
Front Tire (Full Spec)
120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
180/55 ZR17
Brake Brand Name
EVO
Front Brake Type
Dual Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
12.6 / 320
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
11.6 / 294.6
Anti-Lock Brakes
Standard
Linked Brake System Front to Rear
Standard
Front Suspension Type
Girder
Front Travel (in/mm)
4.5 / 115
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Front Central Suspension Strut
Yes
Front Suspension Brand Name
Duolever
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Type
Single Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)
5.3 / 135
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)
7.61
Width (in/mm)
39 / 990.6
Wheelbase (in/mm)
61.8 / 1569.7
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
4.6 / 116.8
Length (ft/ft)
7
Length (ft/in)
7.3
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
549 / 249
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)
622 / 282.1
GVWR (lbs/kgs)
1147 / 520.3
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
6.3 / 23.8
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)
1 / 3.8
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.11
Seat Type
Two-Piece
Adjustable
Yes
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
32.2 / 817.9
Number Of Seats
2
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Aluminum
Body Material
Plastic
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
No
Chain Guard
No
Engine Case Guard
No
Fork Guards
No
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Belt Guard
No
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Exhaust Guard
Yes
Light Guard
No
Exterior Covers
Standard
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Center / Kick
Lower Fairing
Standard
Spoiler
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Upper Fairing
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
Light
Service Reminder
Standard
Warranty (Condition)
Limited
Destination Charge
495
Basic Warranty (Miles)
36000
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Side Case Mount
Standard
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Paint
Standard
Folding
Yes
Windshield Lowers
No
Height Adjustable
Yes
Tinted
No
Height
Mid
Side Case Material
Vinyl
Number Of Side Cases
2
Location
Left and Right Side
Side Storage Mount
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Rear Rack
Standard
Helmet Locks
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Engine Immobilizer
Standard
Power Outlet
Standard
Adjustable Handlebars
Standard
Adjustable Levers
Standard
Handlebar Lock
Standard
User Reviews
3 reviews
  • Superb Touring & Performance
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 27, 2009

    Previously owned 2005 BMW LT, which I found too big and heavy. The GT blows my mind every time I ride it, with it's great handling characteristics and performance. It has most of the amenities that one would expect from a touring bike and at the same time can hold it's own against the higher performance ...

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  • Takes you to the twisties in comfort
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 02, 2008

    And it doesn't disappoint when you get there. As another owner stated, the GT's competition are the FJR1300 and Concours-14. However, there are a number of features on the GT that simply made my choice a choice of one. Cruise control, heated seats and ESA.

    For me, the cruise control ...

    Pluses? The GT is quick, comfortable, rich with features, handles great, brakes like a demon, and is a really fun ride when you get to the bends.

    Minuses? Price, slighlt buzzy engine, price, imperial stormtrooper looks, and price. Not really a lot to complain about.

    Sum up: It gets you to the twisties in comfort and then puts a big grin on your face when you get there.

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  • Best ST bike on the road
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 02, 2008

    I am the proud owner of a K1200GT. Wow, what do I say?

    Competition:

    Kawasaki Concours C14

    Yamaha FJR1300

    Lets take a look at the key differences.

    Suspension - the BMWs is adjustable, 6 different ways. I love hitting a button to get a super-smooth ...

    Accelleration - the BMW is in the middle of these 3, but since any of the 3 offers almost superbike levels of accelleration, it hardly matters. If you want to go super-fast, all 3 do it well. And the BMW can be ridden hands-free at 142mph using the cruise control - seriously.

    Braking - the BMW brakes are the best, hands down. They took me 3 weeks to get used to, but once you get used to them, it is easy to apply any amount of braking force needed. The ABS works smoothly, and the brakes are no longer linked - tapping the rear brake p

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