Extra-large windshield for extra comfort at all
speeds.
The new windshield diverts the flow of air smoothly past the
rider with hardly any turbulence or air swirl, removing the usual
forces away from the rider’s head and upper body particularly
at high speeds. Specially designed flaps behind the windshield
minimise wind over the kidneys. Adjustable for rake, the large
screen provides riders of all sizes excellent protection from wind
and weather.
Tank, engine and valve cover protection – no
damage from minor bumps.
Strong stainless-steel pipes protect the fuel tank and engine
from damage bothy on tar and off-road. High-quality aluminium
covers prevent scratches damaging the look of the engine valve
covers.
Stainless-steel luggage rack – attractively styled
and highly practical.
Robust and practical fastening points and supports for the
rider’s bags
are absolutely essential for every global traveller. So the new R
1200 GS Adventure comes with a generously designed and stable
luggage rack made of stainless steel, an ideal locating point for
the new, optional aluminium
topcase.
Adjustable seat – perfect for all riders venturing
off-road.
For an ideal seating position, the rider section of the new
two-part seat can be adjusted to two different levels. In its upper
position with seat height of 915 mm, the seat is flush with the
pillion squab, guaranteeing freedom of movement for solo riders
when exploring off the beaten track.
In its lower position, the seat drops to 895 mm, making it easy
for shorter riders to retain full control, especially in stop start
traffic. The narrow front section of the seat enhances this
control.
Aluminium handlebar with hand protectors.
The high-quality, conified handlebar made of light alloy comes
complete with a foam protection element embedded in a special
plastic material. Practical hand protectors are also a standard
feature on the new R 1200 GS Adventure.
Extra-wide rider footrests and adjustable gearshift and
brake levers.
Reflecting its enhanced off-road riding qualities, the new R
1200 GS Adventure comes with extra-wide rider footrests offering a
particularly safe and secure position.
These are especially useful when traversing rough tracks where
the rider may stand up on the pegs much of the time. Adjustable
gearshift and brake levers also meet all kinds of varying
requirements, to suit all types of riding styles and individual
preferences as well as various kinds of shoes or boots, for example
touring or off-road riding boots.
The height of the footbrake lever can be adjusted very simply by
a folding mechanism on the pedal surface. The gearshift lever is
adjusted by via an eccentric kinematic unit.
Spring units and cross-spoke wheels for enhanced offroad
qualities.
The suspension and running gear of the R 1200 GS Adventure is
perfectly prepared even for the toughest off-road requirements,
with an extra
20 mm spring travel both front and rear over the R 1200
GS.
The Telelever is sourced from the R 1200 GS and measures 41 mm
in diameter on its fixed tube, while the Evo-Paralever at the rear
boasts a central spring strut and travel-dependent damping unit
(TDD). This means the more the spring strut is compressed, the
firmer the damper becomes. For full information please refer to the
R 1200 GS press kit.
The new R 1200 GS Adventure comes as standard on BMW
Motorrad’s proven, extra-strong cross-spoke wheels offering
their superior benefits particularly on extreme tracks, at high
off-road speeds, and under high permanent loads. These wheels can
also be fitted with tubeless tyres, and the wheel spokes can be
replaced individually.
The frame – maximum stability on minimum
weight.
Maximum stiffness and strength are the outstanding features of
the two-piece steel-tube frame based on the tubular frame structure
of the R 1200 GS. The front and main frame come directly from the R
1200 GS, while the rear frame has been slightly modified in its
geometric configuration on the supports
for the main and side stands.
The extra-light tubular structure integrates the entire power
unit as a load-bearing element, helping to further reduce the
weight of the new R 1200 GS
Adventure versus its predecessor. The modified main stand holder
now enables the rider to lift up and park the machine even more
easily and conveniently than before.
High-performance alternator – more power reserves
for additional power-consuming items.
Electrical power-consuming items fitted additionally as special
equipment also receive a reliable supply of energy thanks to the
alternator on the R 1200 GS upgraded to 720 W, 120 W more than on
the “standard” version.
Power unit – superior power for superior drive
qualities.
The flat-twin power unit complete with a balance shaft
introduced for the first time on the R 1200 GS also serves to give
the new Adventure superior power and performance.
Maximum output from this 1,170-cc engine is 74 kW at 7,000 rpm,
with torque peaking at 115 Nm at 5,500 rpm. Again, the most
important features and all technical details of this superior
drivetrain are described in detail in the R 1200 GS press kit, as
is the information on the extra-light and smooth-running six-speed
dog-type gearbox with helical gearing.
Instruments and on-board electrics – featuring the
latest digital technology.
The new R 1200 GS Adventure offers all the features and
equipment of the R 1200 GS, including extra-light instrumentation
using the Info-Flatscreen, an innovative on-board network with
CAN-bus technology, and an electronic immobiliser.
Body and design – dynamic performance with
go-anywhere abilities.
The new R 1200 GS Adventure exudes dynamic performance and agile
power from every angle.
Blast-treated stainless steel on the fuel tank, engine
protection hoops and luggage rack, plus anodised aluminium on the
rims and knee covers, give the entire machine a superior look of
technical, functional elegance.
The colour scheme highlights the striking visual design.
Available in Alpine White non-metallic, the seat is finished in
Black and Red, while knee covers come with Black anodised
plating.
The second option is White Aluminium matt metallic, with a seat
in Black Grey with Olive-coloured knee covers in magnesium anodised
aluminium. This combination emanates a touch of cool technical
elegance, harmonising perfectly with the machine’s other
metallic components such as the roll bars or aluminium cases.
For further information contact:
Alexander Corne
PR & Corporate Communications Manager
BMW Group Australia
Phone: 03 9264 4238
Fax: 03 9562 2799
Mobile: 0439 568 819
Email: alexander.corne@bmw.com.au