Basic Specifications

Make ModelBMW R1200GS
Year2009
Full Model Name2009 BMW R 1200 GS
EngineAir cooled, 4-stroke, 2 cylinders, DOHC, 4 valves
Displacement1,170cc
Bore x Stroke101mm x 73mm
Compression Ratio12:1
InductionType: EFI; Bore size: Ø 52mm
StartingElectric Start
Max Power78.3KW (105hp) @ 7,500RPM
Transmission / Drive6 Speeds / Shaft
Front SuspensionØ 41mm forks, 190mm (7.48″) wheel travel
Rear SuspensionCast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable, 220mm (8.66″) wheel travel
Front BrakesType: Disc 2 discs, Ø 305mm, 4 piston calipers
Rear BrakesType: Disc 1 disc, Ø 275mm, 2 piston calipers
Front Wheel110/80R-19 ZR
Rear Wheel150/70R-17 ZR
Seat Height850mm (33.5″)
Dry Weight205kg (451.95lb)
Fuel Capacity20L (5.28gal.)
Top Speed215.4km/h (133.84mph)
Idle Speed RPM1,150+/-100