Test BMW R1200GS Rallye 2017: an option towards Adventure
How to renew the success of the R1200GS, a motorcycle which dominates – even crushes – its category of maxi-trails? When its superiority is so unanimously approved that it even becomes the best-selling motorcycle over 500 cc in the world, despite its price above 16,000 euros ? BMW’s answer is simple and unstoppable: just duplicate it! Explanations and demonstration with our MNC test of the R1200GS Rallye 2017.
R1200GS Rally test page 3: Practical aspects and equipment
Instrumentation
| Daily trip |
2 |
| Fuel gauge |
Yes |
| Engine temperature |
Yes |
| Outside temperature |
Yes |
| Clock |
Yes |
| Gear indicator engaged |
Yes |
| Consumption indicator |
Yes (avg and inst) |
| Autonomy indicator |
Yes |
| Handlebar controls |
Yes |
|
Convenient
|
| Coded key |
Yes |
| Warning |
Yes |
| Adjustable brake lever |
Yes (4 positions) |
| Adjustable clutch lever |
Yes (4 positions) |
| Passenger handle |
Yes |
| Central stand |
option |
| Adjustable front suspension |
Yes (ESA optional) |
| Adjustable Ar suspension |
Yes (ESA optional) |
| Windscreen height adjustment |
Yes (without tools) |
| Saddle height adjustment |
Yes, from 850 to 870 mm(without tools) |
| Heated grips |
option |
| Hand guards |
option |
| Engine guard |
Yes (made of metal) |
| Safe that can accommodate an anti-theft device |
no |
| 12V / USB socket |
Yes (right under dashboard) |
|
Electronics – piloting aids
|
| ABS |
Yes (can be switched off. Variable sensitivity depending on driving mode) |
| Coupled braking |
Yes (front to back) |
| Traction control |
Yes (can be switched off. Variable sensitivity depending on driving mode) |
| Adjustable maps / modes |
Yes (Rain and Road as standard, Dynamic and Enduro optional)
|
| Cruise control |
option |
| Shifter |
option |
| Hill start assist (Hill control) |
option |
| |
BMW R1200GS Rallye 2017 |
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