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{{Motorcycle
{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name            = BMW K1200GT
|name            = '''BMW K1200GT'''
|photo= bmw-k1200gt-2006-2006-4.jpg
|image            = File:bmw-k1200gt-2006-2006-4.jpg|frameless|2006 BMW K 1200 GT
|aka              = K1200 GT, K 1200 GT
|aka              = K1200 GT, K 1200 GT
|manufacturer    = BMW
|manufacturer    = [[BMW]]
|parent_company  =
|parent_company  =
|production      = 2003 - 2008
|production      = 2003 - 2008
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|predecessor      =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|successor        =
|class            = Touring
|class            = [[Touring]]
|engine          = liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line 4 cylinders
|engine          = liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line 4 cylinders
|bore_stroke      = 78.7mm x 78.7mm
|bore_stroke      = 78.7mm x 78.7mm
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|torque          = 95.89 ft/lbs (130.0 Nm) @ 7750RPM
|torque          = 95.89 ft/lbs (130.0 Nm) @ 7750RPM
|ignition        =
|ignition        =
|spark_plug      = {{sparkplug|NGK DCPR7E}} '03-05
|spark_plug      = {{sparkplug|DCPR7E}} '03-05
|battery          = {{battery|YUASA 51913}} '03-05
|battery          = {{battery|51913}} '03-05
|transmission    = Gear box: 6-speed, manual <br>
|transmission    = Gear box: 6-speed, manual <br>
Final Drive: [[shaft]] <br>
Final Drive: [[shaft]] <br>
Clutch: wet multi-disc, manual <br>
Clutch: wet multi-disc, manual <br>


|final_drive= Shaft
|frame            =
|frame            =
|suspension      =Front: Duolever <br>
|suspension      =Front: Duolever <br>
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|fuel_capacity    = 6.34 Gallon (24.00 Liters)
|fuel_capacity    = 6.34 Gallon (24.00 Liters)
|oil_capacity    =
|oil_capacity    =
|fuel_consumption = 4.80 liters/100 km (20.8 km/l or 49.00 mpg)
|fuel_consumption = 4.80 litres/100 km (20.8 km/l or 49.00 mpg)
|turning_radius  =
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|related          =
|competition      =
|competition      =
|air_filter= {{airfilter|K&N BM-1205}} `06-08<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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It came with a 120/70 x 17 front [[tire]] and a 180/55 x 17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual 305 mm disc in the front and a single 265 mm disc in the rear. The front suspension was a  Duolever while the rear was equipped with a Paralever. The K 1200 GT was fitted with a 6.34 Gallon (24.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 548.95 pounds (249.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 61.81 inches (1570 mm) long.   
It came with a 120/70 x 17 front [[tire]] and a 180/55 x 17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual 305 mm disc in the front and a single 265 mm disc in the rear. The front suspension was a  Duolever while the rear was equipped with a Paralever. The K 1200 GT was fitted with a 6.34 Gallon (24.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 548.95 pounds (249.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 61.81 inches (1570 mm) long.   


==First Generation==
==2003 BMW K 1200 GT==
===2003 BMW K 1200 GT===
<gallery mode="slideshow">
<gallery mode="slideshow">
File:2003-BMW-K1200GT-Blue-4388-0.jpg|left|thumb|2003 BMW K1200GT in Blue
File:2003-BMW-K1200GT-Blue-4388-0.jpg|left|thumb|2003 BMW K1200GT in Blue
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</gallery>
</gallery>


The 2003 MY BMW K 1200 GT has, at its heart, a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 1171cc, in-line four cylinder powerplant mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and can reach a maximum power output of 129 horsepower and 117 Nm of torque. It also comes standard with features such as an adjustable windshield, hard, lockable side panniers, a dual seat, a full-fairing, a rear luggage rack, an analogue instrument cluster, cast-aluminum wheels. In addition, this machine comes with an Evo braking system, with ABS as standard, as well as BMW's acclaimed Telelever and Paralever suspension package, that increases comfort levels for both the rider and the pillion, as well as improve maneuverability.
The 2003 MY BMW K 1200 GT has, at its heart, a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 1171cc, in-line four cylinder powerplant mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and can reach a maximum power output of 129 horsepower and 117 Nm of torque. It also comes standard with features such as an adjustable windshield, hard, lockable side panniers, a dual seat, a full-fairing, a rear luggage rack, an analogue instrument cluster, cast-aluminium wheels. In addition, this machine comes with an Evo braking system, with ABS as standard, as well as BMW's acclaimed Telelever and Paralever suspension package, that increases comfort levels for both the rider and the pillion, as well as improve maneuverability.


===2004 BMW K 1200 GT===
==2004 BMW K 1200 GT==
<gallery mode="slideshow">
<gallery mode="slideshow">
File:2004-BMW-K1200GT-4225-0.jpg|left|thumb|2004 BMW K1200GT
File:2004-BMW-K1200GT-4225-0.jpg|left|thumb|2004 BMW K1200GT
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</gallery>
</gallery>


The 2004 MY BMW K 1200 GT is a powerful touring machine from the House of Munich, suitable for those riders who want to spend their vacations in the saddle. It comes with lockable side panniers, a rear luggage rack, an adjustable dual seat, a full-fairing, an adjustable windshield, cast-aluminum wheels, dual front disc brakes and a Telelever front suspension coupled to a rear Paralever.  
The 2004 MY BMW K 1200 GT is a powerful touring machine from the House of Munich, suitable for those riders who want to spend their vacations in the saddle. It comes with lockable side panniers, a rear luggage rack, an adjustable dual seat, a full-fairing, an adjustable windshield, cast-aluminium wheels, dual front disc brakes and a Telelever front suspension coupled to a rear Paralever.  


In the tech/engine department, it sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 1171cc, in-line four cylinder powerhouse mated to a six-speed manual transmission, that can produce a claimed 129 horsepower and 117 Nm of torque.
In the tech/engine department, it sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 1171cc, in-line four cylinder powerhouse mated to a six-speed manual transmission, that can produce a claimed 129 horsepower and 117 Nm of torque.




===2005 BMW K 1200 GT===
==2005 BMW K 1200 GT==
<gallery mode="slideshow">
<gallery mode="slideshow">
File:bmw-k1200gt-2005-2005-4.jpg|600px|2005 BMW K 1200 GT
File:bmw-k1200gt-2005-2005-4.jpg|600px|2005 BMW K 1200 GT
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If you are on the market for a powerful and comfortable touring machine, with all the perks that come with 21st century technology, then the 2005 MY BMW K 1200 GT may be the right choice for you. It has, at its heart, a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 1171cc, transverse four cylinder powerplant paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can reach a maximum power output of 129 horsepower and 117 Nm of torque.
If you are on the market for a powerful and comfortable touring machine, with all the perks that come with 21st century technology, then the 2005 MY BMW K 1200 GT may be the right choice for you. It has, at its heart, a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 1171cc, transverse four cylinder powerplant paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can reach a maximum power output of 129 horsepower and 117 Nm of torque.


In addition, it boasts standard features such as lockable side panniers, a rear luggage rack, an adjustable dual seat, a full-fairing, an adjustable windshield, cast-aluminum wheels, dual front disc brakes and a Telelever front suspension coupled to a rear Paralever.  
In addition, it boasts standard features such as lockable side panniers, a rear luggage rack, an adjustable dual seat, a full-fairing, an adjustable windshield, cast-aluminium wheels, dual front disc brakes and a Telelever front suspension coupled to a rear Paralever.  
==Second Generation==


===2006 BMW K 1200 GT===
 
==2006 BMW K 1200 GT==
<gallery mode="slideshow">
<gallery mode="slideshow">
File:bmw-k1200gt-2006-2006-4.jpg|600px|2006 BMW K 1200 GT
File:bmw-k1200gt-2006-2006-4.jpg|600px|2006 BMW K 1200 GT
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===2007 BMW K 1200 GT===
==2007 BMW K 1200 GT==
[[File:bmw-k1200gt-2007-2007-4.jpg|600px|2007 BMW K 1200 GT]]
[[File:bmw-k1200gt-2007-2007-4.jpg|600px|2007 BMW K 1200 GT]]
[[File:bmw-k1200gt-2007-2007-0.jpg|600px|2007 BMW K 1200 GT]]
[[File:bmw-k1200gt-2007-2007-0.jpg|600px|2007 BMW K 1200 GT]]
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===2008 BMW K 1200 GT===
==2008 BMW K 1200 GT==
[[File:bmw-k1200gt-2008-2008-2.jpg|600px|2008 BMW K 1200 GT]]
[[File:bmw-k1200gt-2008-2008-2.jpg|600px|2008 BMW K 1200 GT]]
[[File:bmw-k1200gt-2008-2008-1.jpg|600px|2008 BMW K 1200 GT]]
[[File:bmw-k1200gt-2008-2008-1.jpg|600px|2008 BMW K 1200 GT]]
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== Videos ==
{{#ev:youtube|https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUIV_d65lT4|600|center}}
==In Media==
==In Media==
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-history-of-bmw-the-definitive-story#bmw-k1200gt The History of BMW: The Definitive Story]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-history-of-bmw-the-definitive-story#bmw-k1200gt The History of BMW: The Definitive Story]
==References==
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