The BMW R 1150GS Adventure Bumble Bee is a testament to the brand’s expertise in crafting motorcycles that excel in both on-road and off-road environments. Its 1150cc, four-stroke, horizontally opposed Boxer engine produces a potent 62.5 kW (85 hp) of power, with a smooth and linear delivery that makes it a joy to ride on a variety of terrain.
The Adventure’s suspension system is specifically designed to tackle the toughest off-road challenges, with long-travel forks and a Paralever swing arm working in harmony to absorb even the most severe bumps and jolts. Meanwhile, the bike’s 30-litre fuel tank and dedicated dirt-road tyres ensure that you can tackle long-distance adventures with confidence.
As our long-term test has shown, the BMW R 1150GS Adventure Bumble Bee is a bike that defies easy categorization, blending the best qualities of a sports tourer and a dual-sport machine to create a truly unique riding experience. And with its user-friendly service schedule and easy maintenance requirements, it’s a bike that’s as practical as it is thrilling to ride.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder
Engine Capacity
1130 cc / 69 cu in
Max Power
62.5 kw / 85 hp
Max Torque
98 Nm / 10.0 kgf-m / 71 lb-ft @ 5250 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity
30Litres / 7.9 US US gal
Weight (Wet/Kerb)
570 lbs / 258 kg
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
BMW R 1150GS Adventure Bumble Bee
Year
2003
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder
Displacement
1130 cc / 69 cu in
Bore x Stroke
101 x 70.5 mm
Compression Ratio
10.3:1
Max Horsepower
62.5 kw / 85 hp
Max Torque
98 Nm / 10.0 kgf-m / 71 lb-ft @ 5250 rpm
Engine Management System
Bosch Motronic MA 2.4 Fuel injection
Lubrication System
Wet sump
Cooling System
Air/Oil cooled
Performance
Top Speed
190 km/h / 118 mph
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
Clutch
Single disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated
Gearbox
6 Speed
Final Drive
Shaft
Electrical & Electronics System
Starter
Electric
Chassis & Suspension
Frame Type
Three section composite frame consisting of front & rear section, load bearing engine
Front Suspension
Light. Telelever with central spring strut, progressive coil spring, twin-tube gas-filled shock,
Front Suspension Travel
8.2 inches / 210 mm
Rear Suspension
Patented BMW Paralever swing arm & shaft drive, single shock with variable rebound and damping adjustments
Rear Suspension Travel
8.6 inches / 220 mm
Rake
26.2
Trail
121 mm / 4.8 in
Wheels & Brakes
Wheels
Cross spoke wheels
Front Wheel/Rim Size
2.50 x 19
Front Tire Size
110/80 R19
Rear Wheel/Rim Size
4.00 x 17
Rear Tire Size
150/70 R17
Front Brakes
2 x 304mm discs, 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes
Single 276mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Dimension & Weights
Wheelbase
59.1 inches / 1.501 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
30Litres / 7.9 US US gal
Wet (kerb/curb) Weight
570 lbs / 258 kg
Dry Weight
232 kg / 511 lbs
Features
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer engine
4 valves per cylinder
62.5 kW / 85 hp@ 6750 rpm (rear tyre 58.9 kW / 79 hp @ 6750 rpm)
Telelever front suspension
Central spring strut
Progressive coil spring
Twin-tube gas-filled shock
Patented BMW Paralever swing arm
Shaft drive
Single shock with variable rebound and damping adjustments
Long travel suspension
30-litre fuel tank
Dedicated dirt-road tyres
Lower first and sixth gear ratios
Luggage options
Bosch Motronic injection and ignition
Easy access to engine components
10,000km service intervals
Full synthetic oil specified
Large engine oil sight glass
Easy access to fluid entry and exit points
Allen-head bolts on fluid access points
External adjuster for rear spring loading
Adjustable rear suspension damping
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