BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012 vs. BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012 vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012 compared to BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore101 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power104 HPEngine power105 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionStrut
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

LengthLength2,240 mmLength2,240 mm
WidthWidth990 mmWidth990 mm
HeightHeight1,525 mmHeight1,525 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,510 mmWheelbase1,510 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height910 mmSeat Height910 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight256 kgKerb Weight256 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity33 lFuel Tank Capacity33 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2012

You don't feel uncomfortable off-road with the GS, but it shouldn't be quite so rough for it either. The BMW scores the most points with its perfect ergonomics, superb brakes, tight chassis and unique boxer handling, complete with a deep, rasping soundtrack.

Successful wind protection

extremely comfortable ergonomics

optimal saddle

precise chassis

sharp sound.

Transmission could be smoother

engine power rather low.

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

In the last 30 years of its development, the GS has learned everything you need to know to remain the best-selling motorbike over 500 cubic metres for years - worldwide!

easy to ride

33-litre tank

ergonomics

brakes

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Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

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Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

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