2011 BMW R1200GS


What is the bike. For some, it is a common tool, which is hardly ever has them - is a local term, shifts per day or a weekend, with or without gravel sections. For others, it is a lifestyle - just the right machine for each tour, if the week-long trip for two to the territory motorcycling or fill out a lifelong dream for thousands of miles away from home. "GS" is not only able to handle everything, is really built like this. And here is the synthesis of handling, the highest suitability for tourism, off-road potential, and comfort for both rider and passenger on board, there is simply no other bike that does it better. It is not only what we think is the result of independent tests around the world.
 
2011 BMW R1200GS
Yet, the current model is a step further - with a level of 2-cylinder power, which has no equal, not only in its segment. The reason for this is a new DOHC *, which shows the impressive performance of the legendary first HP2 Sport. For the R 1200 GS, the couple was still stronger than the production according to the practical reasons. And you can hear. Peak of 120 Nm at 6000 rpm there is one thing, but still higher than the torque of this range up to 5000 rpm can be fully experienced. Power has been increased from 81 kW (110 hp) 7750 rpm. The highest pleasure of driving a powerful voice emphasizes a new exhaust system with exhaust gas flap that everyone loves. Along with the new paints, a wide range of special equipment, off-road as a single ESA and ASC, motorcycle accessories and a large, not only have a situation where the R 1200 GS does not fit perfectly.

And applies to all riders - so take a test drive now!

* DOHC = double overhead camshaft, two overhead camshafts per cylinder

Colors:

Magma Red non-metallic

Oyster Grey metallic matt

Alpine White non-metallic

Black Sapphire Metallic
 
2011 BMW R1200GS
2011 BMW R1200GS - Specifications

U.S. MSRP: $ 14,950 USD

Canada MSRP: See dealer for current pricing

Engine

Type of air / oil-cooled flat twin ('Boxer') 4-stroke engine, two camshafts and four valves per cylinder radially aligned, central balance shaft

Bore x stroke 101 mm x 73 mm

Capacity 1170 cc

Rated power output of 110 hp (81 kW) at 7750 rpm

Max. 88 lbs-ft of torque (120 Nm) at 6000 rpm

Compression ratio 12.0: 1

Mixture control / engine management Electronic intake pipe injection / BMS-K + digital engine management with overrun fuel cut-off, dual ignition

Emission control 3-way closed-circuit catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3

Performance / consumption

The maximum speed of over 120 mph (200 km / h)

The fuel consumption per 100 km at a constant speed of 90 km / h Urban: 43.4 mpg (4.3 l Euro)

The fuel consumption per 100 km at a constant speed of 120 kmh Highway: 57.4 mpg (5.5 l Euro)

Fuel type Unleaded premium, high quality octane number from 91 to 93

Wiring

Alternator 720 W three phase alternator

Battery 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free

Power Transmission

Clutch single dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated

Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical teeth of

Drive shaft

Chassis / Brakes

Frame Two-section frame consisting of front and rear sections, bearing engine-gearbox unit

Front wheel location / suspension BMW Motorrad Telecom liver stanchion diameter 41 mm, central strut, spring preload 5-position mechanical adjustment

Rear wheel location / suspension Cast aluminum single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, shock WAD (travel-related damping), spring preload adjustable hydraulic (continued) from the handwheel, rebound damping

Travel front / rear 7.5/7.9 inches (190/200 mm)

Wheelbase of 59.3 inches (1507 mm)

Castor 101 mm

Steering head angle 64.3 °

Alloy wheels, wheels

Ass, compared to 2.50 x 19 "

Rear rim 4.00 x 17 "

Front tires 110/80 R 19

Rear tires 150/70 R 17

Brake, front brake Double floating disc brake, diameter 305 mm, fixed 4-piston calipers

Brake, rear disc brake, diameter 265 mm, double piston floating caliper

ABS Optional extra: BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (partially integral), can be turned off

Dimensions / weight

Length 2210 mm

Width (with mirrors) 915 mm

Height (excl. mirrors) 1,450 mm

Seat height, weight 33.5/34.2 inches (850/870 mm), low seat height 32.3 "(820 mm), the lowered suspension 31" (790 mm)

The inner curve of the leg, the empty weight 1890 / 1940 mm (low seat height 1820 mm, 1760 mm lowered suspension)

Weight empty running, fuel 1) 504 pounds (229 kg)

Dry weight 2) 447 lb (203 kg)

Total authorized weight 970 pounds (440 kg)

Payload (with standard equipment) 465 lbs (211 kg)

Full tank volume 5.3 gallons (20 l)

Book about 1 gallon (4.0 liters)

Technical data related to the unladen weight (DIN)