The 2004 BMW R 1200 GS redefines the ideal touring enduro, boasting superiority in every respect. Its 1170cc, four-stroke, two-cylinder Boxer engine delivers outstanding performance and comfort, even on the longest tours. The Telelever suspension, paired with a single-sided swinging arm and Paralever, provides exceptional handling and agility on winding roads and mountain passes.
With a low weight of just 225 kg (496 lb), the R 1200 GS offers unparalleled riding pleasure on rough terrain. Its unique combination of off-road and on-road qualities creates harmony in every ride. Building on the success of its predecessor, the R 1150 GS, the R 1200 GS takes touring to new heights, elevating its predecessor’s features to an even higher level.
The R 1200 GS continues the tradition of BMW motorcycles, offering first-class and extra-safe riding conditions, thanks to its stable running gear and innovative Telelever suspension.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder
Engine Capacity
1170 cc / 71.4 in.
Max Power
72 kw / 98 hp
Max Torque
115 Nm / 11.7 kgf-m / 84.8 ft-lbs @ 5500 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity
5.2 US gallons / 20.0 L
Weight (Wet/Kerb)
496 lbs / 225 kg
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
BMW R 1200GS
Year
2004
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder
Telelever, stanchion ∅41mm, central spring strut, spring preload 9 times mechanically adjustable.
Front Suspension Travel
7.5 inches / 190 mm
Rear Suspension
Die-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 Travel
7.9 inches / 200 mm
Trail
101 mm / 4.0 in
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tire Size
110/80 ZR19
Rear Tire Size
150/70 ZR17
Front Brakes
2 x ∅305mm discs, 4 piston caliper
Rear Brakes
Single ∅265 mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Dimension & Weights
Overall Length
2210 mm / 87.0 in
Overall Width
915 mm / 36.0 in (incl. mirrors)
Overall Height
1450 mm / 57.1 in (excl. mirrors)
Wheelbase
59.3 inches / 1507 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
5.2 US gallons / 20.0 L
Wet (kerb/curb) Weight
496 lbs / 225 kg
Dry Weight
199 kg / 439 lbs
Features
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer engine
Electronic intake pipe injection and digital engine management
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