What category is the 2007 BMW R 1200 GS?

General information
Category	Enduro / offroad
Model	BMW R 1200 GS
Year	2007

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission typefinal drive	Shaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Oil & air
Valves per cylinder	4
Fuel system	Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection/digital engine management: BMS-K with overrun fuel cut-off, dual ignition
Bore x stroke	101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches)
Compression	11.0:1
Torque	115.00
Power	99.23
Stroke	4
Engine type	Twin
Capacity:	1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Wheelbase	1,520 mm (59.8 inches)
Overall width	915 mm (36.0 inches)
Overall length	2,210 mm (87.0 inches)
Overall height	1,430 mm (56.3 inches)
Seat height	840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	225.0 kg (496.0 pounds)
Dry weight	199.0 kg (438.7 pounds)

BMW R 1200 GS dimensions and frame
Rear brakes diameter	265 mm (10.4 inches)
Rear brakes	Double disc
Front brakes diameter	305 mm (12.0 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc
Rear tyre dimensions	150/70-R17
Front tyre dimensions	110/80-R19
Rear suspension travel	220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear suspension	Die-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front suspension travel	41 mm (1.6 inches)
Front suspension	BMW Motorrad Telelever
Trail	110 mm (4.3 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	27.1°
Frame type	Three-section frame consisting of front and rear section, load bearing engine-gearbox unit
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio	0.4986 HP/kg
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles)	4.30 litres (1.14 gallons)
Fuel capacity	20.00 litres (5.28 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

125 hp

Peak Power

3.6s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track45%

City65%

Cornering78%

Daily Riding78%

Touring94%

Passenger85%

Rider Profile

Best For	This bike suits intermediate to experienced riders comfortable with a tall, substantial adventure machine.
Purpose	Built as a do-it-all adventure tourer, equally capable of long highway hauls, backroad carving, and moderate off-road excursions.
Rider Fit	Its 850mm seat height and 244kg weight demand a reasonably confident, taller rider, especially when navigating slow-speed maneuvers or uneven terrain.
Character	A refined, torquey boxer-twin adventure icon that balances long-distance comfort with genuine off-road competence and premium engineering.
Not Ideal For	Not ideal for shorter or less experienced riders seeking a light, nimble city commuter or a track-focused sportbike.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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At 840mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2007 BMW R 1200 GS, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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