Adventure Motorcycles
2017BMW R 1200 GS TE
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The 2017 BMW R 1200 GS TE is a well-equipped version of BMW's best-selling adventure bike. Its liquid-cooled 1,170cc boxer twin makes 123.4 hp at 7,750 rpm and 125 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and shaft drive. An 850 mm seat, 238 kg wet weight and 20-litre tank suit long trips.
- Capacity
- 1170.0 ccm
- Engine
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 238.0 kg
- Seat height
- 850 mm
- Power
- 123.4 HP (90.1 kW) @ 7750 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for long-distance touring and adventure riding, equally capable of eating up highway miles or tackling gravel trails.
- Built for
- A refined, torquey boxer-twin all-rounder that blends touring comfort, long-haul technology, and genuine off-road ability.
- Not ideal for
- Not the ideal choice for riders seeking a lightweight city runabout or a dedicated 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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1170.0 ccm
- Power
- 123.4 HP (90.1 kW) @ 7750 RPM
- Torque
- 125.0 Nm (12.7 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
- Engine type
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 4.10 litres/100 km (24.4 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5185 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 101.0 x 73.0 mm
- Compression
- 12.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Dry sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Oil lubricated clutch, hydraulically operated
Performance
- Top speed
- 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Twin-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame,load-bearing engine
- Front suspension
- BMW Motorrad Telelever, stanchion diameter 37mm, central spring strut
- Rear suspension
- Cast aluminium single swingarm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
- Front wheel travel
- 190 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 200 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.5°
- Trail
- 100 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 305 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 276 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-R19
- Rear tyre
- 170/60-R17
Other
- Color options
- Red, blue, white, grey
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1200 cc | 1170 cc | 1170 cc | 1170 cc | 1170 cc |
| Seat height | 850 mm | 850 mm | 850 mm | 850 mm | 850 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L |
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 TE?
The 2017 BMW R 1200 GS TE has a Capacity of 1170.0 ccm (71.40 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW R 1200 GS TE have?
The 2017 BMW R 1200 GS TE has a Power of 123.4 HP (90.1 kW) @ 7750 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW R 1200 GS TE have?
The 2017 BMW R 1200 GS TE has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW R 1200 GS TE?
The 2017 BMW R 1200 GS TE has a Torque of 125.0 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM.
How much does the BMW R 1200 GS TE weigh?
The 2017 BMW R 1200 GS TE has a Wet weight of 238.0 kg (524.7 pounds).
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