Users' questions

Is the BMW R1200GS reliable?

Is the BMW R1200GS reliable?

By and large, most people will agree that the GS is a strong, robust, and reliable motorcycle, capable of carrying you for thousands and thousands of miles and campsites.

Is a BMW GS worth it?

Certainly. Sure, the GS Adventure is geared towards the dirt, but it rides exceptionally on the asphalt, too. The bigger GSA is smooth, surprisingly nimble on its feet for being 591 pounds fully fueled, its boxer engine is fast, and is incredibly comfortable for the long haul.

How much does a BMW 1200 GS weigh?

BMW R1200GS

R1200GS, 2013 model with Akrapovič HP titanium exhaust
Manufacturer BMW Motorrad
Seat height 850 mm (33 in) 895 mm (35.2 in) (Adv)
Weight 203 kg (448 lb) 229 kg (505 lb) (LC) 223 kg (492 lb) (Adv) (dry) 229 kg (505 lb) 238 kg (525 lb) (LC) 256 kg (564 lb) (Adv) (wet)

Are there any safety features on a BMW R1200GS?

A man could beggar himself lavishing kit on his BMW R1200GS. Heated grips, ABS, crash bars, hard and soft luggage…but at least you get an ignition-based immobiliser and a height adjustable seat as standard on the BMW R1200GS. Compare and buy parts for the BMW R1200GS in the MCN Shop.

When did the BMW R1200GS Adventure come out?

2002: BMW R1150GS Adventure released – 253kg, bigger tank, taller suspension. 2004: BMW R1200GS – 100bhp, 199kg, more powerful Boxer motor, new chassis. 2006: BMW R1200GS Adventure – new motorcycle. None. 25 owners have reviewed their BMW R1200GS ADVENTURE (2006 – 2009) and rated it in a number of areas.

How much does a BMW r1200g motorcycle cost?

BMW R1200GS typically command top dollar for either new or secondhand motorcycles. But the good news is that you get back much more of your money when you sell the motorcycle than virtually any other motorcycle brand.

What kind of motor does the BMW R1200R have?

It completed the German firm’s boxer-twin line-up of the day, all of which featured it’s then new 125bhp water-cooled motor, but it (and the naked R version) always lived in the shadows of the headline-grabbing R1200RT tourer and the globe-trotting R1200GS. That’s a shame because it’s a hugely capable sports tourer in every sense.