2007BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

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The 2007 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure is the long-range version of BMW's famous adventure bike. Its oil- and air-cooled 1,170cc boxer twin makes 99.2 hp at 7,000 rpm and 115 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. A 910 mm seat and a huge 33-litre tank suit expeditions far from fuel stops.

Capacity: 1170.0 ccm
Engine: Boxer, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 223.0 kg
Seat height: 910 mm
Power: 99.2 HP (73.0 kW) @ 7000 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail82%

Cornering68%

City riding50%

Daily riding70%

Touring97%

Two-up88%

Track35%

Best for: Built for long-distance, go-anywhere adventure touring across highways, gravel, and rugged backroads with heavy luggage.
Built for: A capable, torquey, and rugged globe-trotter that rewards patience with unmatched versatility and long-haul comfort.
Not ideal for: Not ideal for shorter or less experienced riders seeking a light, nimble machine for tight city streets or track days.

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

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Units

At 910mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2007 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure, with a moderate knee angle of around 100 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1170.0 ccm
Power: 99.2 HP (73.0 kW) @ 7000 RPM
EPA Certificate No.: 7BMXC01.2K2X-001-R01
EPA CO Emissions: 1.5 CO g/km
Torque: 115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m)
Engine type: Boxer, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4448 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 101.0 x 73.0 mm
Compression: 11.0:1
Cooling system: Oil & air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Dry sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1511 mm
Overall length: 2250 mm
Overall width: 955 mm
Overall height: 1470 mm
Seat height: 910 mm
Dry weight: 223.0 kg
Wet weight: 256.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 33.00 litres
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Three-section frame consisting of front and rear section, load bearing engine-gearbox unit
Front suspension: BMW Motorrad Telelever
Rear suspension: Die-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front wheel travel: 210 mm
Rear wheel travel: 220 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.2°
Trail: 98 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 305 mm
Rear brakes: Double disc
Rear brakes diameter: 265 mm
Front tyre: 110/80-R19
Rear tyre: 150/70-R17

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	2006	2007	2009	2013	2016	2019
Capacity	1170 cc	1170 cc	1170 cc	1170 cc	1170 cc	1170 cc
Dry weight	223 kg	223 kg	223 kg	229 kg	229 kg	229 kg
Seat height	910 mm	910 mm	910 mm	889 mm	890 mm	890 mm
Fuel capacity	33 L	33 L	33 L	32.9 L	30 L	30 L