The BMW R1200GS Adventure is a tough motorcycle which is ready to join its rider in the wildest on or off road adventures.

The motorcycle offers a wide range of features which help it tackle any mission with ease. For the starters, it comes with an aggressive design language that inspires confidence and agility. You also get top notch ergonomics thanks to the comfortable saddle and handlebar.

At the heart of the R1200GS Adventure lies an unstoppable DOHC engine, borrowed from the HP2 Sport. The R 1200 GS Adventure’s engine rewards you with a peak torque of 88 ft-lb available at 6000 rpm and a maximum power of 110 hp at 7750 rpm.

The 2013 model is also offered with an anniversary package which comprises a matt black/gold paint finish, high-quality model inscriptions and an exclusive brass plate on the clamp.

Hit the jump for more information on the 2013 BMW R1200GS Adventure.

2013 BMW R1200GS Adventure

Specifications
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  • Model: 2013 BMW R1200GS Adventure
  • Engine/Motor: Air oil-cooled flat twin Boxer 4-stroke engine, two camshafts and four radially aligned valves per cylinder, central balancer shaft
  • Horsepower: 81 @ 7750
  • Torque: 120 @ 6000
  • Transmission: Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gear teeth
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Overview

Wherever you are, get ready for it: whether taking a quick trip to the nearest mountains or setting off for a different continent to discover faraway new cultures, the R 1200 GS Adventure will take you there. Range is not a problem with a tank capacity of 8.7 gallons. Robustness? The R 1200 GS Adventure looks as if it had invented the term - and it certainly has defined it in the motorcycle world.

This is partly due to the range of features which have become almost as legendary as the bike itself. On this machine you can take potholes with 1" more clearance than on the R 1200 GS. Perfect ergonomics, optimum gearing for every terrain, and a chassis which - whether fully loaded or not - will allow you to thrill your pillion passenger as well as surprise anyone ahead of you. The special equipment features off-road ESA and ASC continue to be unsurpassed, hence the motto: Unstoppable.

The bike’s unstoppable character is further enhanced with the new DOHC engine*, which first displayed its impressive performance in the legendary HP2 Sport. For the R 1200 GS Adventure, torque was given higher priority than output in line with practical considerations. And you can feel it. 88 ft-lb of torque at the peak at 6000 rpm is one thing, but the consistently higher level of torque in the relevant range up to 5000 rpm can be fully experienced. The output has been increased to 110 hp at 7750 rpm.

The supreme riding pleasure is underscored by a powerful sound from the new exhaust system with exhaust flap – so take a test ride now!

* DOHC = Double Overhead Camshaft, two overhead camshafts per cylinder

90 years of character. BMW Motorrad is marking the anniversary of the exciting boxer model and its irrepressible pioneering spirit - 90 years of motorcycle construction motivated by sheer passion.

The adventure highlight is showcased at its most impressive: the anniversary outfit of the R 1200 GS Adventure comprises a matt black/gold paint finish. Like all the special models, it also bears high-quality model inscriptions and an exclusive brass plate on the clamp. The R 1200 GS Adventure stands for a level of fascination which can barely be surpassed.

90 years - unstoppable: the adventure highlight.

Specifications

Engine Type

Air/oil-cooled flat twin ('Boxer') 4-stroke engine, two camshafts and four radially aligned valves per cylinder, central balancer shaft

Bore x stroke

101 mm x 73 mm

Capacity

1,170 cc

Rated output

110 hp (81 kW) at 7,750 rpm

Max. torque

89 ft-lb (120 Nm) at 6,000 rpm

Compression ratio

12.0 : 1

Mixture control / engine management

Electronic intake pipe injection / BMS-K+ digital engine management with overrun fuel cut-off, twin spark ignition

Emission control

Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3

Maximum speed

over 125 mph (200 km/h)

Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h

51 mpg, at a constant 55 mph

Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h

51 mpg, at a constant 55 mph

Fuel type

Unleaded super and premium.

Alternator

three-phase alternator 720 W

Battery

12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free

Clutch

Single dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated

Gearbox

Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gear teeth

Drive

Shaft drive

Frame

Two-section frame consisting of front and rear sections, load- bearing engine-gearbox unit

Front wheel location / suspension

BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 41 mm, central spring strut, spring pre-load with 5-position mechanical adjustment

Rear wheel location / 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

Suspension travel front / rear

8.3/8.7 inches (210 mm / 220 mm)

Wheelbase

59.4 inches (1,510 mm)

Castor

3.5 inches (89 mm)

Steering head angle

65.2°

Wheels

Cross-spoke wheels

Rim, front

2.50 x 19"

Rim, rear

4.00 x 17"

Tyres, front

110/80 R 19

Tyres, rear

150/70 R 17

Brake, front

Dual disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 305 mm, 4-piston fixed calipers

Brake, rear

Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, double-piston floating caliper

ABS

BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (part-integral), can be switched off

Length

88 inches (2,240 mm)

Width (incl. mirrors)

39 inches (990 mm)

Height (excl. mirrors)

60 inches (1,525 mm)

Seat height, unladen weight

35.0/35.8 inches (890/910 mm)

Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1)

564 lbs (256 kg)

Dry weight 2)

505 lbs (229 kg)

Permitted total weight

1,045 lbs (475 kg)

Payload (with standard equipment)

482 lbs (219 kg)

Usable tank volume

8.7 gallons (33.0 liters)

Reserve

Approx. 1 gallon (4.0 liters)


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