Wherever you are, get ready for it: whether taking a quick trip to the nearest mountains or setting off for a different continent to discover faraway new cultures. Range is not a problem with a tank capacity of 8.7 gallons. Robustness? The G 1200 GS Adventure looks as if it had invented the term - and it certainly has defined it in the motorcycle world.
This is partly due to the range of features which have become almost as legendary as the bike itself. On this machine you can take potholes with 1 ince more clearance than on the R 1200 GS. Perfect ergonomics, optimum gearing for every terrain. And a chassis which - whether fully loaded or not - will allow you to thrill your pillion passenger as well as surprise anyone ahead of you. Stone chip? Falls? Protectors! Ride on! The special equipment features off-road ESA and ASC continue to be unsurpassed. Unstoppable is their motto.
The bike’s unstoppable character is further enhanced with the new DOHC engine which first displayed its impressive performance in the legendary HP2 Sport. For the R 1200 GS Adventure, torque was given higher priority than output in line with practical considerations. And you can feel it. The 88 ft. lbs. of torque at the peak at 6,000 rpm is one thing, but the consistently higher level of torque in the relevant range up to 5,000 rpm can be fully experienced. The output has been increased to 110 hp at 7,750 rpm.
The supreme riding pleasure is underscored by a powerful sound from the new exhaust system with exhaust flap which will everyone will love – so take a test ride now!
GENERAL INFORMATION
Manufacturer
BMW
Model Year
2012
Model
R 1200 GS Adventure
MSRP
$18,350.00*
DIMENSIONS
Length
88 in. (2,240 mm)
Height
60 in. (1,525 mm)
Width
39 in. (990 mm)
Weight
429 lbs. (225 kg) Road Ready: 564 lbs. (256 kg) Max. Permissible: 1,045 lbs. (475 kg) Payload: 482 lbs. (219 kg)
Wheelbase
59.4 in. (1,510 mm)
Seat Height
35 in. / 35.8 in. (890 mm / 910 mm)
ENGINE
Engine
Flat twin (Boxer) 4-stroke, 2 camshafts, 4 radially aligned valves per cylinder, central balancer shaft, BMS-K+ digital management, overrun fuel cut-off, closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, EU-3
Horsepower
110 hp (81 kW) @ 7,750 rpm
Displacement
71.4 ci (1,170 cc)
Bore x Stroke
4 x 2.9 in. (101 x 73 mm)
Torque
89 ft. lbs. (120 Nm) @ 6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio
12:1
Fuel System
Unleaded super and premium
Fuel Tank Capacity
8.7 gal. (33 l) Reserve: 1 gal. (4.0 l)
Ignition
Twin spark
Clutch
Single dry plate, hydraulically operated
Cooling
Air / oil
DRIVETRAIN
Transmission
6-speed constant mesh gearbox with helical gear teeth
Final Drive
Shaft
BRAKES/WHEELS/TIRES
Brakes
Front: 2-disc, floating discs, 305 mm, 4-piston fixed calipers Rear: 1-disc, 265 mm, 2-piston floating caliper
Wheels
Front: 2.5 x 19 in. cross-spoke Rear: 4 x 17 in. cross-spoke
Tires
Front: 110/80 R 19 Rear: 150/70 R 17
ELECTRICAL
Battery
12V / 14 Ah
Alternator
3-phase, 720W
OPERATIONAL
Maximum Speed
Over 125 mph (200 km/h)
Frame
2-section frame front / rear, load-bearing engine-gearbox unit
Suspension
Front: BMW telelever; stanchion 41 mm, central spring strut, spring preload with 5-position mechanical adjustment; 8.3 in. (210 mm) travel Rear: Cast aluminum 1-sided swingarm with BMW paralever, WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring preload hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable), rebound damping adjustable; 8.7 in. (220 mm) travel
BODY
Colors
Two-Tone Alpine White / Sand Rover, Magma Red, Triple Black
Photos may show optional equipment
*Price, if shown, is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) and does not include government fees, taxes, dealer freight/preparation, dealer document preparation charges or any finance charges (if applicable). MSRP and/or final actual sales price will vary depending on options or accessories selected.