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OK – It’s not easy to distinguish the 2008 version of the Adventure from the 2007. BM focused on optimizing the capacities of this big intercontinental trail rather than on its physical aspect. The overall look is a bit more muscular but overall the change is less obvious than on the standard 1200 GS.
Most of the work focused on the engine and suspensions. The flat twin gains 5 hp, the gearbox a better feeling when changing gears, a tighter second and the possibility of ordering a shorter 1st. So more punch and better pickups for this big sand trap.
Intended to stick between the stones and the slush, and inevitably to put one sooner or later between 2 ruts, the Adventure protects its mill and its surroundings by a steel structure tank guard – engine guard – rocker covers.
To go far, long, worry-free and adapting, the GS Adventure has a 33-liter tank, allowing (according to the manufacturer) to travel nearly 750 km while driving at 90, a saddle adjustable in height culminating at 895 mm high, a large windshield, and various adaptations mentioned a little below.
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Note that the suspensions are raised by 20 mm compared to the GS, and especially that it benefits like it from the ESA Enduro suspension (optional). This system allows, by simple
at the touch of a button, the springs and shock absorbers can be adapted to different conditions of use and different loading conditions. ESA Enduro also distinguishes between several road and off-road modes, within which the rider can choose between several laws for spring preload and damping in order to adapt his motorcycle even better to the specific requirements encountered..
Admit that looking at this photo, we immediately want to conquer the Sahel, to judge the banks of a South American river or to cross the desert of the agriates. It’s tempting and possible – but to have a machine as well equipped as the one you see above, consider that it went through the options and accessories box..
The main distinguishing features of the new BMW R 1200 GS Adventure compared to the base BMW R 1200 GS:
• 33 liter tank.
• Larger windshield.
• Tank guard, engine guard and rocker cover protection.
• Stainless steel luggage rack.
• Adjustable saddle with all-terrain ergonomics.
• Hand guards.
• Increased travel for greater off-road capability.
• Cross spoke wheels.
• Wider rider footrest, adjustable speed and brake levers.
Options.
• ESA Enduro.
• BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (partially integral version, can be switched off).
• RDC (tire pressure control system).
• ASC (traction control system).
• All-terrain tires (at no extra cost).
• On-board computer with oil indicator.
• Anti-theft alarm with remote control.
• Chrome exhaust line.
• Heated grips.
• Short first report.
• Aluminum case rack.
• Additional headlight.
• Board computer.
Accessories.
For transport.
• Aluminum cases.
• Aluminum case rack.
• Aluminum topcase.
• Topcase support.
• Backrest for aluminum topcase.
• Functional inner bag for suitcases and aluminum topcases.
• Handle for aluminum cases (for 1 case or topcase).
• Sport softbag, large, 51 l.
• Softbag Sport, small model, 19 l.
• Duffel bag 53 l, waterproof.
• Adventure tank bag.
For the look.
• Carbon front fender.
• Carbon rear mud flap.
• Telelever cover and triple clamp.
• BMW plate for fork crown.
• LED turn signals.
• Turn signals under white glass.
For the sound.
• Akrapovic sport silencer.
For ergonomics and comfort.
• Cross bar reinforcement.
• Shock protection for transverse handlebar reinforcement.
• Tinted windshield.
• Low rider seat (820 mm) black or gray.
• High adjustable rider seat (915/895 mm) black or gray.
• Diode (led) for 410 mm on-board socket.
• Additional power outlet.
• Heated grips.
For navigation and communication.
• BMW Motorrad Navigator.
• Support for BMW Motorrad Navigator.
• Function bag for navigation.
For the safety.
• Large deflector for handguards.
• Cylinder guard.
• Heavy Duty enduro engine guard in aluminum.
• Additional headlight.
• Support for additional headlight.
• Offroad protection (for offroad use only).
• Anti-theft alarm with remote control.
• RDC (tire pressure control system).
For maintenance and technique.
• Workshop crutch.
• On-board tools with maintenance set.
• On-board tools extension kit.
• Safety plug for oil filler hole.
• Rocker cover repair kit.
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Performances
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Max speed:
200 km / h -
Acceleration
0 to 100: 3.40 s
The technical aspect
BMW R 1200 GS ADVENTURE 2008
- Frame
- Frame: steel tube trellis
- Tank: 33 liters
- Seat height: 915 mm
- Length: 2240 mm
- Width: 990 mm
- Height: 1,525 mm
- Wheelbase: 1,510 mm
- Dry weight: 223 kg
- Operating weight: 256 kg
- Train before
- Telelever telescopic fork, deb: 210 mm
- 2 Ø 305 mm discs, 4 piston calipers
- Front wheel:
110/80
– 19
- Transmission
- 6-speed gearbox
- Final drive shaft
- Rear axle
- monoshock and Paralever, deb: 220 mm
- 1 disc Ø 265 mm, 2 piston caliper
- Rear wheel:
150/70
– 17
- Motor
- Twin cylinder
flat, opposed
, 4 stroke - Cooling: Air and oil cooling
- Injection
- 1 ACT per cylinder
- 4 valves per cylinder
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1170 cc
(101 x 73 mm) -
105
ch
at 7,500 rpm -
11.50 mkg
at 5,750 rpm - Weight ratio /
power
: 2.12
kg / hp - Compression: 12: 1
- Crit’air:
Detached pieces
exhaust
motor
fluid
electricity
filtration
braking
chain kit
Competitors
Moto-Guzzi STELVIO 1200 4V 2008
Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2008
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Morini GRANPASSO 1200 2008
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