BMW R1200GS (2008-2009) Specs, Performance & Photos

The BMW R1200GS, alongside the R1200GS Adventure (also known as the R1200GSA), was a motorcycle made by BMW Motorrad in Berlin, Germany, from 2004 to 2012. The BMW R1200GS Adventure was manufactured from 2005 until 2013.

The BMW R1200GS debuted in 2004 and ended production in 2012 when it was replaced by the R1200 GS (LC). The R1200GS Adventure debuted in 2005 and was replaced by the R1200GS Adventure (LC) in 2014.

In 2008, the German motorcycle manufacturer released the BMW R1200GS, which came with some differences in power and braking power. For the 2007 model year, the power was increased from 100 to 105 hp, and a new Integral ABS II without servo assistance was introduced.

The bike's aesthetic department was characterized by standard fittings, like a half fairing, a windscreen, hand guards, a two-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a luggage rack, a two-into-one exhaust system, and five-spoke aluminum wheels.

The suspension system comprised a 41 mm adjustable Telelever system on the front with 190 mm of travel and a single-sided swingarm with an adjustable Paralever system on the rear that offered 200 mm of travel.

Regarding power, the 2008 BMW R1200GS had its soul brought to life by a 1,170cc four-stroke twin-cylinder air/oil-cooled fuel-injected boxer engine that delivered 105 hp a 7,500 rpm and 115 Nm (85 lb-ft) torque at 5,750 rpm.