2014 R1200GS Adventure test: always more
Completely redesigned in 2013, the BMW R1200GS remains the benchmark for maxi trails and one of the best-selling motorcycles in France. This year unveils its Adventure version for bikers who want more … always more ! First try.
R1200GS Adventure tech. Sheet
| Engine | |
| Type | Air / water cooled flat twin (boxer) |
| Displacement | 1170 cc |
| Bore x stroke | 101 × 73 mm |
| Max power | 125 hp (92 kW) at 7,750 rpm (107 hp in France) |
| Max torque | 125 Nm at 6500 rpm |
| Distribution | 4 valves per cylinder, double overhead camshaft |
| Intake / exhaust valve | 40 mm / 34 mm |
| Volumetric ratio | 12.5 to 1 |
| Food | Electronic fuel injection, BMS-X |
| throttle | 52 mm |
| Depollution | Three-way catalytic converter regulated by lambda probe |
| Electrical system | |
| Alternator | 510 W |
| Drums | 12V / 11.8Ah, maintenance free |
| Lighthouse (s) | H7 / LED (option) |
| Starter | 0.9 kW |
| Transmission | |
| Clutch | Multi-disc anti-dribble in oil bath |
| Gearbox | 6 gears, selection by forks and dogs |
| Primary reduction | 1.65 |
| 1st | 2,438 |
| 2nd | 1.714 |
| 3rd | 1,296 |
| 4th | 1.059 |
| 5th | 0.943 |
| 6th | 0.848 |
| Final reduction | 2.91 |
| Final drive | By cardan shaft |
| Cycle part | |
| Frame | Perimeter frame in steel tubes, motor with load-bearing function |
| Front suspension | BMW Telelever |
| Suspension Ar | Paralever Evo BMW |
| Front brake | Dual 305mm disc, ABS as standard |
| Ar brake | 276mm single disc, ABS as standard |
| Front rim | 3.00 x 19 ", cross spoke |
| Rim Ar | 4.50 x 17 ", cross spoke |
| Front tire | 120/70 R19 |
| Tire Ar | 170/60 R17 |
| Dimensions, weight, capacities | |
| Length | 2,255 mm |
| Retro width included | 980 mm |
| Saddle height | 890/910 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,510 mm |
| Caster angle | 24.5 ° |
| Hunt | 92.7 mm |
| Saddle height | 890/910 mm |
| Ground clearance | NC |
| Front travel | 210 mm |
| Travel Ar | 220 mm |
| Full weight | 260 kg |
| PTMA | 480 kg |
| Fuel tank | 30 liters |
| Commercial information | |
| Availability | February 2014 in the |
| Colors | Matte uni olive, Alpine white or Racing blue metallic |
| Price | € 16,650 |
| Guarantee | 2 years, unlimited mileage |
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