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{{Infobox Motorcycle
{{Motorcycle
|name            = BMW R1200GS
|name            = BMW R1200GS
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|photo= Bmw-r1200gs-2006-2006-4.jpg
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|spark_plug      = {{sparkplug|}} '05-07
|battery          = {{battery|}} '05-07
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|frame            =
|suspension      =
|brakes          =
|front_tire      = {{tire|110/80-19}} '05-07
|rear_tire    = {{tire|150/70-17}} '05-07
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==2005==
[[Image:2005-BMW-R1200GS-Yellow-0-0.jpg|left|thumb|2005 BMW R1200GS in Yellow]]
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[[Image:2005-BMW-R1200GS-Yellow-0-2.jpg|left|thumb|2005 BMW R1200GS in Yellow]]
[[Image:2005-BMW-R1200GS-Yellow-0-3.jpg|left|thumb|2005 BMW R1200GS in Yellow]]
[[Image:2005-BMW-R1200GS-Yellow-0-4.jpg|left|thumb|2005 BMW R1200GS in Yellow]]
[[Image:2005-BMW-R1200GS-Yellow-0-5.jpg|left|thumb|2005 BMW R1200GS in Yellow]]
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==2006==
[[Image:2006-BMW-R1200GS-Gray-1057-0.jpg|left|thumb|2006 BMW R1200GS in Gray]]
[[Image:2006-BMW-R1200GS-Gray-1057-1.jpg|left|thumb|2006 BMW R1200GS in Gray]]
[[Image:2006-BMW-R1200GS-Gray-1057-2.jpg|left|thumb|2006 BMW R1200GS in Gray]]
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{{BMW}}
 
[[Category:BMW motorcycles|R1200GS]]
[[Category:BMW R series]]
 
{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name            = '''BMW R1200GS'''
|image            =
|aka              = R1200GS Adventure Triple Black, R 1200 GS Adventure Triple Black, R1200GS Triple Black, R 1200 GS Triple Black, R1200GS Adventure XE, R 1200 GS Adventure XE, R1200GS Enduro, R 1200 GS Enduro, R1200GS TripleBlack, R 1200 GS TripleBlack, R1200GS xDrive Hybrid, R 1200 GS xDrive Hybrid, R1200GS TE Exclusive, R 1200 GS TE Exclusive, R1200GS Rallye TE, R 1200 GS Rallye TE, R1200GS Rallye, R 1200 GS Rallye, R1200GS TE, R 1200 GS TE, R1200GS Adventure, R 1200 GS, R 1200 GS Adventure
|aka              = R1200GS Adventure Triple Black, R 1200 GS Adventure Triple Black, R1200GS Triple Black, R 1200 GS Triple Black, R1200GS Adventure XE, R 1200 GS Adventure XE, R1200GS Enduro, R 1200 GS Enduro, R1200GS TripleBlack, R 1200 GS TripleBlack, R1200GS xDrive Hybrid, R 1200 GS xDrive Hybrid, R1200GS TE Exclusive, R 1200 GS TE Exclusive, R1200GS Rallye TE, R 1200 GS Rallye TE, R1200GS Rallye, R 1200 GS Rallye, R1200GS TE, R 1200 GS TE, R1200GS Adventure, R 1200 GS, R 1200 GS Adventure
|manufacturer    = BMW
|manufacturer    = [[BMW]]
|parent_company  =
|parent_company  =
|production      = 2004 - 2019
|production      = 2004 - 2019
|model_year      =
|model_year      =
|predecessor      = [[BMW R1150GS]]
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|successor        =
|class            = Adventure
|class            = [[Adventure]]
|engine          = two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
|engine          = two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
|bore_stroke      = 101.0mm x 73.0mm
|bore_stroke      = 101.0mm x 73.0mm
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|torque          = 92.2 ft/lbs (125.0 Nm) @ 6500RPM
|torque          = 92.2 ft/lbs (125.0 Nm) @ 6500RPM
|ignition        =
|ignition        =
|spark_plug      ={{sparkplug|NGK DCPR8EIX}}
|spark_plug      =
|battery          = {{battery|YUASA YTX14-BS}}
|battery          = 12.5:1
|transmission    = Gear box: 6-speed <br>
|transmission    = Gear box: 6-speed <br>
Final Drive: [[shaft]] drive (cardan) <br>
Final Drive: [[shaft drive]] (cardan) <br>
Clutch: oil lubricated clutch, hydraulically operated <br>
Clutch: wet eight-disc [[clutch]] with anti-hopping function, hydraulically operated <br>


|final_drive= Shaft
|frame            =
|frame            =
|suspension      =Front: bmw motorrad telelever <br>
|suspension      =Front: bmw motorrad telelever, front, [[stanchion]] diameter 37 mm <br>
Rear: cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with bmw motorrad paralever
Rear: bmw motrrad evo paralever, rear
|brakes          =Front: double disc. abs. floating discs. four-piston calipers. <br>Rear: single disc. abs. floating disc. two-piston calipers.
|brakes          =Front: double disc. abs. four-piston calipers. <br>Rear: single disc. abs
|front_tire      = {{tire|120/70-r19}}  
|front_tire      = {{tire|120/70-r19}}  
|rear_tire    = {{tire|170/60-r17}}  
|rear_tire    = {{tire|170/60-r17}}  
|rake_trail      =
|rake_trail      =
|wheelbase        = 59.33 inches (1507 mm)
|wheelbase        = 57.83 inches (1469 mm)
|length          = 86.89 inches (2207 mm)
|length          = 88.78 inches (2255 mm)
|width            = 37.52 inches (953 mm)
|width            = 38.58 inches (980 mm)
|height          = 57.09 inches (1450 mm)
|height          = 57.09 inches (1450 mm)
|seat_height      = 33.46 inches (850 mm)
|seat_height      = 35.04 inches (890 mm)
|dry_weight      = 505.08 pounds (229.1 Kg)
|dry_weight      = 505.08 pounds (229.1 Kg)
|wet_weight      = 244.0 kg
|wet_weight      = 260.0 kg
|fuel_capacity    = 5.28 Gallon (20.00 Liters)
|fuel_capacity    = 7.93 Gallon (30.00 Liters)
|oil_capacity    =
|oil_capacity    =
|fuel_consumption = 4.96 liters/100 km (20.2 km/l or 47.42 mpg)
|fuel_consumption = 4.96 litres/100 km (20.2 km/l or 47.42 mpg)
|turning_radius  =
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|related          =
|competition      =
|competition      =
|air_filter= {{airfilter|K&N BM-1113}} `14-18<ref name="kl_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog|publisher=[https://www.klsupply.com/ K&L Supply Co]|date=2019}}</ref>
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The '''[[BMW]] R1200GS''' was a two cylinder boxer, [[four-stroke]] Adventure [[motorcycle]] produced by [[BMW]] between 2004 and 2019. It could reach a top speed of 124 mph (200 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 92.2 ft/lbs (125.0 Nm) @ 6500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 122.3 HP (91.2 KW) @ 7750 RPM.   
The '''[[BMW]] R1200GS Adventure''' was a two cylinder boxer, [[four-stroke]] Adventure [[motorcycle]] produced by [[BMW]] between 2004 and 2019. It could reach a top speed of 124 mph (200 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 92.2 ft/lbs (125.0 Nm) @ 6500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 122.3 HP (91.2 KW) @ 7750 RPM.   


==Engine==
==Engine==
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==Drive==
==Drive==
The bike has a 6-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the oil lubricated clutch, hydraulically operated.   
The bike has a 6-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet eight-disc clutch with anti-hopping function, hydraulically operated.   


==Chassis==
==Chassis==
It came with a 120/70-r19 front [[tire]] and a 170/60-r17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc. abs. floating discs. four-piston calipers. in the front and a single disc. abs. floating disc. two-piston calipers. in the rear. The front suspension was a  bmw motorrad telelever while the rear was equipped with a cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with bmw motorrad paralever. The R1200GS was fitted with a 5.28 Gallon (20.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 505.08 pounds (229.1 Kg). The wheelbase was 59.33 inches (1507 mm) long.   
It came with a 120/70-r19 front [[tire]] and a 170/60-r17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc. abs. four-piston calipers. in the front and a single disc. abs in the rear. The front suspension was a  bmw motorrad telelever, front, stanchion diameter 37 mm while the rear was equipped with a bmw motrrad evo paralever, rear. The R1200GS Adventure was fitted with a 7.93 Gallon (30.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 505.08 pounds (229.1 Kg). The wheelbase was 57.83 inches (1469 mm) long.   
==2005==
 
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File:2005-BMW-R1200GS-Yellow-0-0.jpg|left|thumb|2005 BMW R1200GS in Yellow
File:2005-BMW-R1200GS-Yellow-0-1.jpg|left|thumb|2005 BMW R1200GS in Yellow
File:2005-BMW-R1200GS-Yellow-0-2.jpg|left|thumb|2005 BMW R1200GS in Yellow
File:2005-BMW-R1200GS-Yellow-0-3.jpg|left|thumb|2005 BMW R1200GS in Yellow
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==2006 BMW R 1200 GS==
==2006 BMW R 1200 GS==
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[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2006-2006-4.jpg|600px|2006 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2006-2006-4.jpg|600px|2006 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2006-2006-3.jpg|600px|2006 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2006-2006-3.jpg|600px|2006 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2006-2006-2.jpg|600px|2006 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2006-2006-2.jpg|600px|2006 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2006-2006-1.jpg|600px|2006 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2006-2006-1.jpg|600px|2006 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2006-2006-0.jpg|600px|2006 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2006-2006-0.jpg|600px|2006 BMW R 1200 GS
File:2006-BMW-R1200GS-Gray-1057-0.jpg|left|thumb|2006 BMW R1200GS in Gray
File:2006-BMW-R1200GS-Gray-1057-1.jpg|left|thumb|2006 BMW R1200GS in Gray
File:2006-BMW-R1200GS-Gray-1057-2.jpg|left|thumb|2006 BMW R1200GS in Gray
File:2006-BMW-R1200GS-Gray-1057-3.jpg|left|thumb|2006 BMW R1200GS in Gray
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When it comes to versatility, it doesn't get much better than the 2006 MY BMW R1200GS, it being able to take the roles of a full-sized, two-up touring machine, a weekend leisure bike and an off-road two-wheeler.  It comes standard with a big, 33 liter fuel tank, a large windshield, a longer rear suspension travel, for improved off-road capabilities, cross-spoked wheels, as well as a reduced dry weight, as opposed to its previous embodiments.  
When it comes to versatility, it doesn't get much better than the 2006 MY BMW R1200GS, it being able to take the roles of a full-sized, two-up touring machine, a weekend leisure bike and an off-road two-wheeler.  It comes standard with a big, 33 liter fuel tank, a large windshield, a longer rear suspension travel, for improved off-road capabilities, cross-spoked wheels, as well as a reduced dry weight, as opposed to its previous embodiments.  


At its heart lies an air-cooled, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder powerhouse, mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 100 horsepower and a whopping 156 Nm of torque.  
At its heart lies an air-cooled, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder powerhouse, mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 100 horsepower and a whopping 156 Nm of torque.  
==2007 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure==
The already versatile R1200GS has received an upgrade, in the embodiment of the 2007 MY BMW R1200GS Adventure, and comes standard with an adjustable windshield, heated hand grips, hand protection, cross-spoked wheels, off-road tires, as well as standard hard saddlebags. All there features combine to provide an adventure machine with increased long haul capabilities, addressed especially for those riders who want to spend as much time as possible behind the bars.
At its heart lies an air-cooled, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder powerhouse, mated to a six-speed manual transmission, that produces 100 horsepower and 115 Nm of torque. Also, it features the acclaimed Telelever front and Paralever rear suspension, as the base model.




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And, to top it off, not only is it versatile in the type of road (or terrain) you can ride it on, it is also versatile when it comes to categories of riders, coming standard with an adjustable seat height and adjustable handbrake and clutch levers.  
And, to top it off, not only is it versatile in the type of road (or terrain) you can ride it on, it is also versatile when it comes to categories of riders, coming standard with an adjustable seat height and adjustable handbrake and clutch levers.  
==2007 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure==
The already versatile R1200GS has received an upgrade, in the embodiment of the 2007 MY BMW R1200GS Adventure, and comes standard with an adjustable windshield, heated hand grips, hand protection, cross-spoked wheels, off-road tires, as well as standard hard saddlebags. All there features combine to provide an adventure machine with increased long haul capabilities, addressed especially for those riders who want to spend as much time as possible behind the bars.
At its heart lies an air-cooled, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder powerhouse, mated to a six-speed manual transmission, that produces 100 horsepower and 115 Nm of torque. Also, it features the acclaimed Telelever front and Paralever rear suspension, as the base model.




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The already versatile and acclaimed R 1200 GS from the House of Munich has been taken to the next level of adventure bikes, in the embodiment of the 2008 MY R 1200 GS Adventure. At its heart lies a powerful, air-cooled, four-stroke, 1170cc, boxer twin-cylinder poweplant mated to a six-speed manual transmission, that produces 105 horsepower and 115 Nm of torque. It features the Telelever/Paralever front/rear suspension system, as well as a high-end Evo braking system. As opposed to the base model, the Adventure comes with standard cross-spoked wheels, a tank and engine protection bar, as well as adjustable handlebars and gear lever, so it can accommodate a wider variety of riders.
The already versatile and acclaimed R 1200 GS from the House of Munich has been taken to the next level of adventure bikes, in the embodiment of the 2008 MY R 1200 GS Adventure. At its heart lies a powerful, air-cooled, four-stroke, 1170cc, boxer twin-cylinder poweplant mated to a six-speed manual transmission, that produces 105 horsepower and 115 Nm of torque. It features the Telelever/Paralever front/rear suspension system, as well as a high-end Evo braking system. As opposed to the base model, the Adventure comes with standard cross-spoked wheels, a tank and engine protection bar, as well as adjustable handlebars and gear lever, so it can accommodate a wider variety of riders.
==2009 BMW R 1200 GS==
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2009-2009-3.jpg|600px|2009 BMW R 1200 GS]]
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2009-2009-2.jpg|600px|2009 BMW R 1200 GS]]
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2009-2009-1.jpg|600px|2009 BMW R 1200 GS]]
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2009-2009-0.jpg|600px|2009 BMW R 1200 GS]]
The 2009 MY BMW R 1200 GS may be the right choice for riders who want a machine capable of taking them across concrete jungles, as well as long hauls and the occasional, light off-road track. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder engine paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and produces 105 horsepower and 115 Nm of torque. It features the Telelever/Paralever front/rear suspension package, as well as the high-end BMW Evo braking system. 
Technologies such as the Electronic Suspension Adjustment, the Integral ABS II or the Automatic Stability Control are available for purchase with this two-wheeler, and help it reach unmatched performance and safety levels, as well as seriously increase the desirability of this adventure machine among Beemer fans.




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The German engineers have increased the versatility of this two-wheeler, with the addition of a taller windscreen, for better protection against the elements, an adjustable seat, so it can accommodate a wider variety of rider inseams, as well as extra wide foot pegs, so one can stay in control, even on the most treacherous off-road courses. Also, optionals such as the ABS and the Enduro Electronic Suspension Adjustment give it unparalleled performance, whether on or off the road.  
The German engineers have increased the versatility of this two-wheeler, with the addition of a taller windscreen, for better protection against the elements, an adjustable seat, so it can accommodate a wider variety of rider inseams, as well as extra wide foot pegs, so one can stay in control, even on the most treacherous off-road courses. Also, optionals such as the ABS and the Enduro Electronic Suspension Adjustment give it unparalleled performance, whether on or off the road.  
==2009 BMW R 1200 GS==
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2009-2009-3.jpg|600px|2009 BMW R 1200 GS]]
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2009-2009-2.jpg|600px|2009 BMW R 1200 GS]]
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2009-2009-1.jpg|600px|2009 BMW R 1200 GS]]
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2009-2009-0.jpg|600px|2009 BMW R 1200 GS]]
The 2009 MY BMW R 1200 GS may be the right choice for riders who want a machine capable of taking them across concrete jungles, as well as long hauls and the occasional, light off-road track. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder engine paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and produces 105 horsepower and 115 Nm of torque. It features the Telelever/Paralever front/rear suspension package, as well as the high-end BMW Evo braking system. 
Technologies such as the Electronic Suspension Adjustment, the Integral ABS II or the Automatic Stability Control are available for purchase with this two-wheeler, and help it reach unmatched performance and safety levels, as well as seriously increase the desirability of this adventure machine among Beemer fans.




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The engineers from the House of Munich have taken the already versatile R 1200 GS to the next level, in the embodiment of the 2011 MY BMW R 1200 GS Adventure. As opposed to the base model, this adventure machine brings forth a larger windshield, for better protection against the elements, wire-spoked wheels, for improved off-road capabilities, as well as a luggage rack, which help the rider spend more time behind the bars, whether on or off the road. Also, it can be fitted with ABS, as well as Electronic Suspension Adjustment II, which increase its safety and comfort, no matter if the road is paved.  
The engineers from the House of Munich have taken the already versatile R 1200 GS to the next level, in the embodiment of the 2011 MY BMW R 1200 GS Adventure. As opposed to the base model, this adventure machine brings forth a larger windshield, for better protection against the elements, wire-spoked wheels, for improved off-road capabilities, as well as a luggage rack, which help the rider spend more time behind the bars, whether on or off the road. Also, it can be fitted with ABS, as well as Electronic Suspension Adjustment II, which increase its safety and comfort, no matter if the road is paved.  
==2012 BMW R 1200 GS Rallye==
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2012-2012-3_9h5xvR2.jpg|600px|2012 BMW R 1200 GS Rallye]]
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2012-2012-2_q9zXiuo.jpg|600px|2012 BMW R 1200 GS Rallye]]
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2012-2012-1_NaEyfgQ.jpg|600px|2012 BMW R 1200 GS Rallye]]
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2012-2012-0_1PwPkDf.jpg|600px|2012 BMW R 1200 GS Rallye]]
The 2012 MY BMW R 1200 GS Rallye addresses the more adventurous among Beemer fans. It comes standard with technologies and features such as the Enduro Electronic Suspension Adjustment, a chromed exhaust system, cross-spoked wheels, heated grips, hand protectors, a pannier holder as well as an on-board computer, all to make it one of the most off-road ready machines from the House of Munich. Also, the visuals have been radically altered, coming with Alpine White body parts and hand protectors, black-lined fork slider tubes and engine accents, Magma red rear frame, Granite grey metallic swingarm and cylinder head covers, as well as a black and white seat and graphics in the BMW Motorrad Motorsports colors.




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A naked machine that offers the trademark sound and feel of a boxer engine, that is a small summary of the 2012 MY BMW R 1200 GS. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder powerplant mated to a six-speed manual transmission, that produces 110 horsepower and 120 Nm of torque. Also, it comes with a high-end EVO Telelever/Paralever suspension package and an EVO braking system. Other features such as the hand guards, the dual pannier fastenings, the main center stand and the white indicators add to the desirability of this powerful adventure motorcycle from the House of Munich.
A naked machine that offers the trademark sound and feel of a boxer engine, that is a small summary of the 2012 MY BMW R 1200 GS. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder powerplant mated to a six-speed manual transmission, that produces 110 horsepower and 120 Nm of torque. Also, it comes with a high-end EVO Telelever/Paralever suspension package and an EVO braking system. Other features such as the hand guards, the dual pannier fastenings, the main center stand and the white indicators add to the desirability of this powerful adventure motorcycle from the House of Munich.
==2012 BMW R 1200 GS Rallye==
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2012-2012-3_9h5xvR2.jpg|600px|2012 BMW R 1200 GS Rallye]]
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2012-2012-2_q9zXiuo.jpg|600px|2012 BMW R 1200 GS Rallye]]
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2012-2012-1_NaEyfgQ.jpg|600px|2012 BMW R 1200 GS Rallye]]
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2012-2012-0_1PwPkDf.jpg|600px|2012 BMW R 1200 GS Rallye]]
The 2012 MY BMW R 1200 GS Rallye addresses the more adventurous among Beemer fans. It comes standard with technologies and features such as the Enduro Electronic Suspension Adjustment, a chromed exhaust system, cross-spoked wheels, heated grips, hand protectors, a pannier holder as well as an on-board computer, all to make it one of the most off-road ready machines from the House of Munich. Also, the visuals have been radically altered, coming with Alpine White body parts and hand protectors, black-lined fork slider tubes and engine accents, Magma red rear frame, Granite grey metallic swingarm and cylinder head covers, as well as a black and white seat and graphics in the BMW Motorrad Motorsports colors.




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==2013 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Triple Black==
==2013 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Triple Black==
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[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-2_cdv2c8c.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Triple Black]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-2_cdv2c8c.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Triple Black
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-1_EbVtiZj.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Triple Black]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-1_EbVtiZj.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Triple Black
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-0_hTqkSDp.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Triple Black]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-0_hTqkSDp.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Triple Black
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The 2013 MY BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Triple Black addresses those riders who want an adventure bike which will stand out in any crowd, due to its blacked-out appearance and aggressive styling. The designers form the House of Munich have used three different shades of black and grey on this machine to give it an unmistakable modern look, which fits perfectly with the nature of this two-wheeler.  
The 2013 MY BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Triple Black addresses those riders who want an adventure bike which will stand out in any crowd, due to its blacked-out appearance and aggressive styling. The designers form the House of Munich have used three different shades of black and grey on this machine to give it an unmistakable modern look, which fits perfectly with the nature of this two-wheeler.  
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==2013 BMW R 1200 GS==
==2013 BMW R 1200 GS==
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[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-4.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-4.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-3.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-3.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-2.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS]]
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[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-1.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS]]
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[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-0.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-0.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS
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The 2013 MY BMW R 1200 GS has been upgraded in almost every department, bringing forth an almost new two-wheeler, which may be considered one of the best adventure machines on the market. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1170cc, boxer twin cyclinder mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and now produces 125 horsepower and 125 Nm of torque, 15 horsepower and 5 Nm of torque more than its previous embodiments.
The 2013 MY BMW R 1200 GS has been upgraded in almost every department, bringing forth an almost new two-wheeler, which may be considered one of the best adventure machines on the market. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1170cc, boxer twin cyclinder mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and now produces 125 horsepower and 125 Nm of torque, 15 horsepower and 5 Nm of torque more than its previous embodiments.
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==2014 BMW R 1200 GS==
==2014 BMW R 1200 GS==
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The 2014 MY BMW R 1200 GS addresses the more adventurous among Beemer fans, capable of taking on the rolls of a daily commuter, a weekend leisure bike, a long haul machine, as well as an off-road adventure bike. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 125 horsepower and 125 Nm of torque. In addition it comes with BMW Motorrad ABS as standard, as well as Automatic Stability Control, that features two selectable riding modes, Rain and Road. In addition, it comes with an EVO Telelever and Paralever suspension package, which makes for improved cornering and comfort.
The 2014 MY BMW R 1200 GS addresses the more adventurous among Beemer fans, capable of taking on the rolls of a daily commuter, a weekend leisure bike, a long haul machine, as well as an off-road adventure bike. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 125 horsepower and 125 Nm of torque. In addition it comes with BMW Motorrad ABS as standard, as well as Automatic Stability Control, that features two selectable riding modes, Rain and Road. In addition, it comes with an EVO Telelever and Paralever suspension package, which makes for improved cornering and comfort.
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==2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure==
==2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure==
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The 2014 MY BMW R 1200 GS Adventure addresses Beemer fans who want an adventure bike with superior off-road skills. As opposed to the base model, the Adventure comes standard with wire-spoked wheels, a bigger 33 liter fuel tank, a large, adjustable windshield and air flaps, as well as wide enduro footrests. Furthermore, it comes with ABS and Automatic Stability Control as standard, and features two selectable riding modes.  
The 2014 MY BMW R 1200 GS Adventure addresses Beemer fans who want an adventure bike with superior off-road skills. As opposed to the base model, the Adventure comes standard with wire-spoked wheels, a bigger 33 liter fuel tank, a large, adjustable windshield and air flaps, as well as wide enduro footrests. Furthermore, it comes with ABS and Automatic Stability Control as standard, and features two selectable riding modes.  
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==2015 BMW R 1200 GS==
==2015 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure==
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When it comes to versatility, as well as the unmistakable boxer sound and feel, it doesn't get much better than the 2015 MY BMW R 1200 GS. It sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder powerhouse mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 125 horsepower and 125 Nm of torque. It is one of the most versatile machines ever to be designed by the House of Munich, capable of taking head-on daily commutes, weekend leisure rides, solo or two-up, cross-country long-hauls, as well as off-road tracks.  
The engineers from the House of Munich have taken a R 1200 GS, and fitted it with a number of features that seriously increase its off-road abilities, as well as the desirability among more adventurous Beemer fans. At its heart lies the same, air-cooled, four-stroke, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder powerhouse mated to a six-speed manual transmission, that produces 125 horsepower and 125 Nm of torque.  


It comes standard with a Telelever/Paralever suspension package, which makes for a plush ride, as well as improved maneuverability, and BMW Motorrad ABS. It can be fitted with a host of modern technologies, such as ESA, DTC, and three selectable riding modes, to ensure optimum power delivery and handling, no matter the road ahead.
As opposed to the base model, the Adventure comes with cross-spoked wheels, two riding modes, Rain and Road, a larger, 7.9 gallon fuel tank and an on-board computer. In addition, it can be purchased with a host of accessories and technologies, and offers a choice between Olive Matte, Racing Blue Metallic Matte and Alpine White.




==2015 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure==
==2015 BMW R 1200 GS==
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The engineers from the House of Munich have taken a R 1200 GS, and fitted it with a number of features that seriously increase its off-road abilities, as well as the desirability among more adventurous Beemer fans. At its heart lies the same, air-cooled, four-stroke, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder powerhouse mated to a six-speed manual transmission, that produces 125 horsepower and 125 Nm of torque.  
When it comes to versatility, as well as the unmistakable boxer sound and feel, it doesn't get much better than the 2015 MY BMW R 1200 GS. It sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder powerhouse mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 125 horsepower and 125 Nm of torque. It is one of the most versatile machines ever to be designed by the House of Munich, capable of taking head-on daily commutes, weekend leisure rides, solo or two-up, cross-country long-hauls, as well as off-road tracks.  


As opposed to the base model, the Adventure comes with cross-spoked wheels, two riding modes, Rain and Road, a larger, 7.9 gallon fuel tank and an on-board computer. In addition, it can be purchased with a host of accessories and technologies, and offers a choice between Olive Matte, Racing Blue Metallic Matte and Alpine White.
It comes standard with a Telelever/Paralever suspension package, which makes for a plush ride, as well as improved maneuverability, and BMW Motorrad ABS. It can be fitted with a host of modern technologies, such as ESA, DTC, and three selectable riding modes, to ensure optimum power delivery and handling, no matter the road ahead.




==2016 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure==
==2016 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure==
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The 2016 MY BMW R 1200 GS Adventure has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, fuel-injected, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder powerplant paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce  a claimed 125 horsepower and 125 Nm of torque.  
The 2016 MY BMW R 1200 GS Adventure has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, fuel-injected, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder powerplant paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce  a claimed 125 horsepower and 125 Nm of torque.  
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==2016 BMW R 1200 GS==
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The 2016 MY BMW R 1200 GS has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder powerplant paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can reach a maximum power output of 125 horsepower and 125 Nm of torque.
The 2016 MY BMW R 1200 GS has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1170cc, boxer twin cylinder powerplant paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can reach a maximum power output of 125 horsepower and 125 Nm of torque.


Standard features for this machine include a Telelever front suspension coupled to a Paralever rear suspension, BMW Motorrad ABS, a dual seat, cast-aluminum wheels, an adjustable windshield and a rear luggage rack. In addition, a plethora of optional accessories and technologies are available to custom-fit this machine to any rider's needs and taste.  
Standard features for this machine include a Telelever front suspension coupled to a Paralever rear suspension, BMW Motorrad ABS, a dual seat, cast-aluminium wheels, an adjustable windshield and a rear luggage rack. In addition, a plethora of optional accessories and technologies are available to custom-fit this machine to any rider's needs and taste.  


==2017 BMW R 1200GS==
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BMW’s R 1200 GS has always sat at the pointy end of the adventure-touring category, but recently the competition has been closing the performance gap. For 2017, BMW looks to regain control of the segment with an updated 1200 GS that meets Euro 4 emissions standards and has some added electronic functions.
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==In Media==
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