Adventure Motorcycles
2004BMW R 1200 GS
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The 2004 BMW R 1200 GS is a versatile adventure tourer that appeals to both experienced and novice riders seeking capability on and off-road. Its air and oil-cooled boxer engine delivers smooth, reliable power with excellent torque characteristics, making it ideal for long-distance touring and light trail exploration. Known for durability and balanced handling, this bike defines the modern adventure motorcycle category.
- Capacity
- 1170.0 ccm
- Engine
- Boxer twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 199.0 kg
- Seat height
- 915 mm
- Power
- 98.0 HP
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a do-it-all adventure tourer, equally capable of long highway hauls, backroad carving, and moderate off-road excursions.
- Built for
- A refined, torquey boxer-twin adventure icon that balances long-distance comfort with genuine off-road competence and premium engineering.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for shorter or less experienced riders seeking a light, nimble city commuter or a track-focused sportbike.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 1170.0 ccm
- Power
- 98.0 HP
- Torque
- 115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Boxer twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4925 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 101.0 x 73.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.0:1
- Cooling system
- Oil_air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1641 mm
- Overall length
- 2210 mm
- Overall width
- 915 mm
- Overall height
- 1430 mm
- Seat height
- 915 mm
- Dry weight
- 199.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 20.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 4.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Three-section composite frame consisting of front and rear section, load bearing engine.
- Front suspension
- BMW Motorrad Telelever;stanchion diameter 41 mm, central spring strut, spring pre-load 9-times mechanically adjustable
- Rear suspension
- Die-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable to continuously variable levels by means of handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
- Front wheel travel
- 190 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 200 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 305 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 265 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/80-ZR19
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-ZR17
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2004 | 2008 | 2012 | 2015 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches) | 1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches) | 1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches) | 1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches) | 1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches) |
| Dry weight | 199.0 kg (438.7 pounds) | 203.0 kg (447.5 pounds) | 203.0 kg (447.5 pounds) | — | — |
| Seat height | 915 mm (36.0 inches) | — | 850 mm (33.5 inches) | 850 mm (33.5 inches) | 850 mm (33.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 20.00 litres (5.28 gallons) | 20.00 litres (5.28 gallons) | 20.00 litres (5.28 gallons) | 20.00 litres (5.28 gallons) | 20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons) |
| Color options | — | — | Titan silver, blue | Red, dark blue, white, grey | Light White/Black Storm Metallic, Espresso Metallic, Lupin Blue Metallic |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the BMW R 1200 GS?
The 2004 BMW R 1200 GS has a Capacity of 1170.0 ccm (71.40 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW R 1200 GS have?
The 2004 BMW R 1200 GS has a Power of 98.0 HP.
How many gears does the BMW R 1200 GS have?
The 2004 BMW R 1200 GS has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW R 1200 GS?
The 2004 BMW R 1200 GS has a Torque of 115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs).
How much does the BMW R 1200 GS weigh?
The 2004 BMW R 1200 GS has a Dry weight of 199.0 kg (438.7 pounds).
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