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2008 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Specifications
Print Specs  
Dimensions, Weights, Capacities
Length88.6 (inches)
Rake63.8 (degrees)
TrailN/A (inches)
Wheelbase59.5 (inches)
Seat Height35.2 - 36.0 (inches)
Dry Weight491 (lbs.)
Fuel Capacity8.7 (gallons)
Oil CapacityN/A (quarts)
Ground ClearanceN/A (inches)
Performance
Engine ModelAir-cooled/oil-cooled Boxer twin-cylinder
Engine TypeAir-cooled/oil-cooled Boxer twin-cylinder
No. Of Cylinders2
Piston Displacement1170 (Cubic Centimeters)
Bore & Stroke101 x 73 (millimeters)
Engine Torque85 lb-ft @ 5,750 rpm
Fuel SystemBMS K
Compression Ratio12.0:1
Miles Per GallonN/A
Primary DriveShaft
Ignition2 x 36 mm intake / 2 x 31 mm exhaust
CoolingAir-cooled/oil-cooled
StarterN/A
Gear Ratio2.37:1
Gear Ratio 2nd1.64:1
Gear Ratio 3rd1.29:1
Gear Ratio 4th1.06:1
Gear Ratio 5th0.93:1
Gear Ratio 6th0.84:1
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes
Front SuspensionBMW Telelever
Rear SuspensionBMW Paralever
Front BrakesTwo, four-piston calipers
Rear BrakesSingle, two-piston caliper
Front Tire110/80 x 19 tubeless
Rear Tire150/70 x 17 tubeless
Front Suspension Travel8.3 (inches)
Rear Suspension Travel8.7 (inches)
Drive Train
Transmission6-speed
Final DriveEnclosed driveshaft with two universal joints
Warranty
WarrantyN/A
Pricing
MSRP16600 (USD)
Freight495 (USD)
Color OptionN/A (USD)
Wheel OptionN/A (USD)
Security SystemN/A (USD)
ESPFIN/A (USD)
Engine Features
Engine FeaturesN/A



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