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BMW R 1200 GS Adventure - 2016 Specifications and Reviews
The 2016 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure is a heavyweight adventure tourer designed for experienced riders seeking long-distance capability and genuine off-road versatility. Known for its robust construction, adjustable suspension, and advanced braking systems, it excels at covering vast distances across varied terrain while maintaining comfort and control. Its 890mm seat height and 260kg weight suit tall, capable riders undertaking serious expedition-style touring.
General information | |
| Category | Enduro / offroad |
| Year | 2016 |
| Model | BMW R 1200 GS Adventure |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Emission details | Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3 |
| Greenhouse gases | 99.8 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 4.30 litres/100 km (23.3 km/l or 54.70 mpg) |
| Driveline | Constant mesh |
| Clutch | Oil lubricated clutch, hydraulically operated |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Oil & air |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches) |
| Compression | 12.5:1 |
| Torque | 125.00 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 Revolutions">RPM |
| Power | 125.00 Horsepower">HP (91.2 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 7750 Revolutions">RPM |
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Cross-spoke wheels |
| Rear brakes diameter | 275 mm (10.8 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers. |
| Front brakes diameter | 305 mm (12.0 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. |
| Rear tyre | 170/60-R17 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-R19 |
| Rear wheel travel | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Cast 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 at handwheel |
| Front wheel travel | 210 mm (8.3 inches) |
| Front Suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 37 mm, central spring strut |
| Trail | 93 mm (3.6 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.5° |
| Frame type | Two-section frame consisting of front and rear sections, load- bearing engine-gearbox unit |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 4.00 litres (1.06 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 30.00 litres (7.93 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,510 mm (59.4 inches) |
| Overall width | 980 mm (38.6 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,255 mm (88.8 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,450 mm (57.1 inches) |
| Seat height | 890 mm (35.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.5457 HP/kg |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 260.0 kg (573.2 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 229.1 kg (505.0 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Comments | Windscreen. Switchable ABS. |
| Electrical | 12 V / 11.8 Ah, maintenance-free battery. Three-phase 510 W generator. |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Light White, Ocean Blue metallic Matte, Racing Red Matte |
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