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2016BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

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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.

Capacity: 1170.0 ccm
Engine: Boxer, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 229.1 kg
Seat height: 890 mm
Power: 125.0 HP (91.2 kW) @ 7750 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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At 890mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2016 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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Riding a year

Based 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.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1170.0 ccm
Power: 125.0 HP (91.2 kW) @ 7750 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 135 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: GBMXC01.2K5X-001-R01
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 5.73 L/100km (41.0 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 2.2 CO g/km
Torque: 125.0 Nm (12.7 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
Engine type: Boxer, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 4.30 litres/100 km (23.3 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.5456 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 101.0 x 73.0 mm
Compression: 12.5:1
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: Oil lubricated clutch, hydraulically operated

Performance

Top speed: 201.2 km/h (125.0 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1510 mm
Overall length: 2255 mm
Overall width: 980 mm
Overall height: 1450 mm
Seat height: 890 mm
Dry weight: 229.1 kg
Wet weight: 260.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 30.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 4.00 litres
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Two-section frame consisting of front and rear sections, load- bearing engine-gearbox unit
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
Front wheel travel: 210 mm
Rear wheel travel: 220 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.5°
Trail: 93 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter: 305 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakes diameter: 275 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70-R19
Rear tyre: 170/60-R17

Other

Color options: Light White, Ocean Blue metallic Matte, Racing Red Matte
Comments: Windscreen. Switchable ABS.
Fuel Tank Material: Plastic

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