The 2011 BMW R 1200GS Adventure Triple Black is a masterclass in refinement and aggression, boasting a striking all-black aesthetic that’s as intimidating as it is beautiful.
With its revised color scheme, the bike features exclusive Sapphire Black paintwork, complemented by granite grey or asphalt grey finishes on the engine block, cylinder head covers, rear frame, swingarm, and front fork tubes. The result is a dark, menacing look that’s perfectly in line with the bike’s name.
At the heart of this beast lies a DOHC, 2-cylinder Boxer engine, a technology that was first introduced on the limited-production HP2 Sport in 2007. With 4 valves per cylinder and a 4-piston caliper, this engine delivers a thrilling riding experience that’s both powerful and precise.
Whether you’re carving through twisties or conquering the open road, the BMW R 1200GS Adventure Triple Black is an unbeatable companion, offering a perfect blend of performance, comfort, and style that will leave you breathless.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Engine Capacity
1170 cc / 71.4 cub in.
Max Power
81 kw / 110 hp
Max Torque
120 Nm / 12.2 kgf-m / 88 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity
33 L / 8.7 US gal
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
BMW R 1200GS Adventure Triple Black
Year
2011
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Displacement
1170 cc / 71.4 cub in.
Bore x Stroke
101 x 73 mm
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
Max Horsepower
81 kw / 110 hp
Max Torque
120 Nm / 12.2 kgf-m / 88 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm
Engine Management System
BMS-K+, 50mmThrottle butterfly dia
Cooling System
Air/oil cooled
Performance
Top Speed
193 km/h / 120 mph
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
Clutch
Single-plate dry clutch, ∅180mm
Gearbox
6 Speed
Electrical & Electronics System
Starter
Electric
Chassis & Suspension
Frame Type
Tubular steel frame, load-bearing power unit
Front Suspension
Telelever, stanchion ∅41mm, central spring strut, spring preload 9 times mechanically adjustable.
Front Suspension Travel
8.3 inches / 210 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
8.7 inches / 220 mm
Rake
25.7
Trail
101 mm / 3.97 in.
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tire Size
110/80 ZR19
Rear Tire Size
150/70 ZR17
Front Brakes
2 x ∅305mm Discs, 4 piston caliper, Optional: BMW Motorrad Integral ABS
Rear Brakes
Single ∅265mm disc, 2 piston caliper, Optional: BMW Motorrad Integral ABS
Dimension & Weights
Overall Length
2210 mm / 87.0 in.
Overall Width
915 mm / 36.0 in.
Overall Height
1450 mm / 57.1 in.
Wheelbase
59.3 inches / 1507 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
33 L / 8.7 US gal
Dry Weight
223 kg / 492 lbs
Features
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer engine
DOHC (dual overhead camshaft) design
4 valves per cylinder
2 x ∅305mm Discs, 4 piston caliper
Optional: BMW Motorrad Integral ABS
Single ∅265mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Optional: BMW Motorrad Integral ABS
Exclusive Sapphire Black paintwork
Granite grey or asphalt grey finishes on engine block, cylinder head covers, rear frame, swingarm, and front fork tubes
Anodized black telescopic forks
Black engine casing
Rear frame painted Grey Metallic Asphalt
Single arm painted Asphalt Grey Metallic
Silver Aluminium tank size elements
Cylinder head cover painted Asphalt Grey Metallic
Saddle finished in two-tone Black and Rallye Grey
DOHC setup with bevel-gear-driven cam chains
Conically ground cam lobes for precise valve actuation
Compact and tidy combustion-chamber profile
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