BMW R 1200GS Adventure Heroes Legend Edition (2007)

BMW R 1200GS Adventure Heroes Legend Edition (2007)

The BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Heroes Legend Edition is a testament to the pinnacle of adventure touring motorcycles. Powered by a four-stroke, two-cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer engine, this behemoth of the road unleashes its fury through a 1,200cc displacement and 4 valves per cylinder. The result is a potent 85 horsepower and 80 Nm of torque, perfectly balanced by the intuitive electronic intake pipe injection and digital engine management system.

The Telelever suspension and Paralever rear suspension provide a smooth ride, while the central spring strut and adjustable spring preload ensure optimal stability and control. The Adventure Heroes Legend Edition comes equipped with every possible option and accessory, including heated handles, a trip computer, headlight extension, white lights, alarm, ABS, and a luggage holder with top and side cases.

Ride this machine and you’ll feel the essence of adventure and freedom. The sheer power and control it offers will take you further than you ever thought possible, and the iconic Heroes Legend logo and signature of multiple Paris-Dakar winner Hubert Auriol will serve as a constant reminder of its legendary status. The BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Heroes Legend Edition is the ultimate adventure motorcycle, and it’s ready to take you on the ride of a lifetime.

Key Specifications

Engine TypeFour stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder
Engine Capacity1170 cc / 71.4 in.
Max Power73 kw / 98 hp
Max Torque115 Nm / 11.7 kgf-m / 84.8 ft-lbs @ 5500 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity8.7 US gallons / 33.0 L
BMW R 1200GS Adventure Heroes Legend Edition (2007)

All Specifications

Make & Model

ModelBMW R 1200GS Adventure Heroes Legend Edition
Year2007

Engine

Engine TypeFour stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder
Displacement1170 cc / 71.4 in.
Bore x Stroke101 x 73 mm
Compression Ratio11.0:1
Max Horsepower73 kw / 98 hp
Max Torque115 Nm / 11.7 kgf-m / 84.8 ft-lbs @ 5500 rpm
Engine Management SystemElectronicintakepipeinjection/digitalenginemanagement:BMS-Kwithoverrunfuelcutoff,dualignition
Cooling SystemAir/oil cooled

Performance

Top Speed193km/h / 120 mph

Transmission

ClutchSingleplatedryclutch,∅180mm, hydraulicallyoperated
Gearbox6 Speed
Final DriveShaft

Electrical & Electronics System

BatteryBattery 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free
StarterElectric

Chassis & Suspension

Frame TypeTubularspaceframe,engineload-bearing
Front SuspensionTelelever, stanchion ∅41mm, central spring strut, spring preload 9 times mechanically adjustable.
Front Suspension Travel8.3 inches / 210 mm
Rear SuspensionDie-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable to continuously variable levels by means of handwheel, rebound damping adjustable.
Rear Suspension Travel8.7 inches / 220 mm
Trail101 mm / 4.0 in

Wheels & Brakes

Front Tire Size110/80 ZR19
Rear Wheel/Rim Size4.00 x 17
Rear Tire Size150/70 ZR17
Front Brakes2 x 305mm discs, 4 piston caliper
Rear BrakesSingle 265 mm disc, 2 piston caliper

Dimension & Weights

Wheelbase59.3 inches / 1507 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity8.7 US gallons / 33.0 L
Dry Weight223kg / 492 lbs

Features

  • Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer
  • Electronic intake pipe injection/digital engine management
  • Dual ignition
  • 6-speed transmission
  • Telelever suspension
  • Stanchion diameter 41mm
  • Central spring strut
  • Spring preload 9 times mechanically adjustable
  • Die-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm
  • BMW Motorrad Paralever
  • WAD strut (travel-related damping)
  • Spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable
  • Rebound damping adjustable
  • Heated handles
  • Trip computer
  • Headlight extension
  • White lights
  • Alarm
  • ABS
  • Luggage holder
  • Navigator III plus
  • Sports exhaust Akrapovic
BMW R 1200GS Adventure Heroes Legend Edition (2007)

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