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{{Motorcycle
{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name            = BMW R1200GS
|name            = '''BMW R1200GS'''
|photo= Bmw-r1200gs-2006-2006-4.jpg
|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
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|predecessor      = [[BMW R1150GS]]
|predecessor      = [[BMW R1150GS]]
|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: oil lubricated clutch, hydraulically operated <br>


|final_drive= Shaft
|frame            =
|frame            =
|suspension      =Front: bmw motorrad telelever <br>
|suspension      =Front: bmw motorrad telelever <br>
Rear: cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with bmw motorrad paralever
Rear: cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with bmw motorrad paralever
|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. floating discs. four-piston calipers. <br>Rear: single disc. abs. floating disc. two-piston calipers.
|front_tire      = {{tire|120/70-r19}}  
|front_tire      = {{tire|120/70-r19}}  
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|fuel_capacity    = 5.28 Gallon (20.00 Liters)
|fuel_capacity    = 5.28 Gallon (20.00 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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==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. 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 aluminium 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.   
==2005==
==2005==


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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]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-2.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-1.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2013-2013-1.jpg|600px|2013 BMW R 1200 GS
[[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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[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-3_6NtPY2S.jpg|600px|2014 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-3_6NtPY2S.jpg|600px|2014 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-2_4pW8tjA.jpg|600px|2014 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-2_4pW8tjA.jpg|600px|2014 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-1_lQQp8o1.jpg|600px|2014 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-1_lQQp8o1.jpg|600px|2014 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-0_zVqeVH0.jpg|600px|2014 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-0_zVqeVH0.jpg|600px|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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[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-4.jpg|600px|2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-4.jpg|600px|2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-3.jpg|600px|2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-3.jpg|600px|2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-2.jpg|600px|2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-2.jpg|600px|2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-1.jpg|600px|2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-1.jpg|600px|2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-0.jpg|600px|2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2014-2014-0.jpg|600px|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==
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[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2015-2015-3.jpg|600px|2015 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2015-2015-3.jpg|600px|2015 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2015-2015-2.jpg|600px|2015 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2015-2015-2.jpg|600px|2015 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2015-2015-1.jpg|600px|2015 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2015-2015-1.jpg|600px|2015 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2015-2015-0.jpg|600px|2015 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2015-2015-0.jpg|600px|2015 BMW R 1200 GS
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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.  
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.  
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==2015 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure==
==2015 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure==
<gallery mode='packed-hover'>
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2015-2015-4.jpg|600px|2015 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2015-2015-4.jpg|600px|2015 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2015-2015-3_CXZbc4I.jpg|600px|2015 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2015-2015-3_CXZbc4I.jpg|600px|2015 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2015-2015-1_XXTTP65.jpg|600px|2015 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2015-2015-1_XXTTP65.jpg|600px|2015 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2015-2015-0_r2ckEtC.jpg|600px|2015 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2015-2015-0_r2ckEtC.jpg|600px|2015 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure
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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.  
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.  
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==2016 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure==
==2016 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure==
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[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-4_EWdmZov.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-4_EWdmZov.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-3_r9N0y2d.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-3_r9N0y2d.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-2_noWj6oV.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-2_noWj6oV.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-1_tcMGL5Y.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-1_tcMGL5Y.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-0_uiPghOb.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-0_uiPghOb.jpg|600px|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==
==2016 BMW R 1200 GS==
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[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-4.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-4.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-3.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-3.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-2.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-2.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-1.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-1.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS
[[File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-0.jpg|600px|2016 BMW R 1200 GS]]
File:bmw-r1200gs-2016-2016-0.jpg|600px|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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File:bmw-r-1200gs-2017-4.jpg|600px|2017 BMW R 1200GS
File:bmw-r-1200gs-2017-3.jpg|600px|2017 BMW R 1200GS
File:bmw-r-1200gs-2017-2.jpg|600px|2017 BMW R 1200GS
File:bmw-r-1200gs-2017-1.jpg|600px|2017 BMW R 1200GS
File:bmw-r-1200gs-2017-0.jpg|600px|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.
== Videos ==
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==In Media==
==In Media==
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/tandem#bmw-r1200gs Tandem]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/tandem#bmw-r1200gs Tandem]
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* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/tricheuse#bmw-r1200gs Tricheuse]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/tricheuse#bmw-r1200gs Tricheuse]


==References==
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