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2024
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

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The 2024 BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is a premium adventure touring enduro designed for experienced riders seeking long-distance capability with genuine off-road prowess. Its 1254cc boxer engine delivers 136 horsepower and 143 Nm of torque, offering excellent performance across varied terrain while maintaining the model's legendary reliability and versatility. Known for exceptional comfort, advanced electronics, and balanced on-road and off-road performance, it's the benchmark for serious adventure motorcycle enthusiasts.

Capacity: 1254.0 ccm
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Gearbox: 6-speed
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Seat height: 890 mm
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail62%

Cornering66%

City riding48%

Daily riding70%

Touring98%

Two-up92%

Track22%

Best for: Built for long-distance adventure touring: a 30-litre tank, shaft drive and boxer torque devour highways, backroads and light off-road trails fully loaded.
Built for: The definitive globe-trotting flagship: torquey boxer twin, unstoppable range, plush comfort and go-anywhere versatility with premium electronics.
Not ideal for: Not for shorter or novice riders intimidated by weight and height, city-only commuters wanting nimbleness, or track-day and serious hardcore enduro use.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1254.0 ccm
Torque: 143.0 Nm (14.6 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
Compression: 12.5:1
Bore x stroke: 102.5 x 76.0 mm
Fuel system: Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection
Fuel control: Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Lubrication system: Dry sump
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel consumption: 4.75 litres/100 km (21.1 km/l)
Greenhouse gases: 110.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission details: Regulated three-way catalytic converter, compliant with Euro 5 emission standard

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Clutch: Wet clutch with an anti-hopping function, hydraulic activation

Dimensions & weight

Wet weight (incl. fluids): 268.1 kg
Seat height: 890 mm
Alternate seat height: 910 mm
Overall height: 1430 mm
Overall length: 2207 mm
Overall width: 953 mm
Wheelbase: 1504 mm
Fuel capacity: 29.90 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame type: Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine
Rake (fork angle): 24.9°
Trail: 97 mm
Front suspension: BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 37 mm, central spring strut
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.

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
Wheels: Cross spoke wheels

Other

Model: BMW R 1250 GS Adventure
Year of manufacture: 2024
Type: Enduro / offroad
Price as new: 3.5 Check out the detailed rating of off-road capabilities, engine performance, maintenance cost, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Type of engine: Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Engine details: Balance shaft and variable engine timing system
Output: 136.0 HP (99.3 kW)) @ 7750 RPM
Top speed: 193.1 km/h (120.0 mph)
Valves per cylinder: 4
Transmission type: Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Driveline: Constant mesh
Front wheel travel: 210 mm
Rear wheel travel: 220 mm
Front tire: 120/70-R19
Rear tire: 170/60-R17
Diameter: 305 mm
Reserve fuel capacity: 4.00 litres
Oil capacity: 4.00 litres
Color options: Black Storm Metallic/Black/Agate Gray, Ice Grey, Light White/Racing Blue Metallic/Racing Red, Gravity Blue Metallic
Starter: Electric
Instruments: TFT color display with connectivity
Electrical: Three-phase alternator with 510 Watt nominal power. 12 V / 11.8 Ah, maintenance-free battery.
Light: LED headlight
Factory warranty: Up to 3-years or 36,000 miles
Comments: 3 Ride Modes (ECO, Rain and Road). Traction Control. Hill Start Control.
Brake fluid: DOT 4
Coolant: 2.00 litres
Idle speed: 1050 +/- 100 RPM
Tire pressure front: 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa)
Tire pressure rear: 42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa)
Fork tube size: 37 mm

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	2019	2021	2023	2024	2026
Capacity	1254.0 ccm (76.52 cubic inches)	1254.0 ccm (76.52 cubic inches)	1254.0 ccm (76.52 cubic inches)	1254.0 ccm (76.52 cubic inches)	1254.0 ccm (76.52 cubic inches)
Seat height	890 mm (35.0 inches)	890 mm (35.0 inches)	890 mm (35.0 inches)	890 mm (35.0 inches)	890 mm (35.0 inches)
Fuel capacity	30.00 litres (7.93 US gallons)	30.00 litres (7.93 US gallons)	29.90 litres (7.90 US gallons)	29.90 litres (7.90 US gallons)	29.90 litres (7.90 US gallons)
Color options	Ice Grey, Style HP, Style Exclusive	White/Red/Blue, White/Red/Black, Black/Grey, Grey/Yellow	Black Storm Metallic/Black/Agate Gray, Ice Grey, Light White/Racing Blue Metallic/Racing Red, Gravity Blue Metallic	Black Storm Metallic/Black/Agate Gray, Ice Grey, Light White/Racing Blue Metallic/Racing Red, Gravity Blue Metallic	Black Storm Metallic/Black/Agate Gray, Ice Grey, Light White/Racing Blue Metallic/Racing Red, Gravity Blue Metallic