The new R 1150 GS:
The ultimate motorcycle for taking the world |
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New Features |
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Brakes |
- New engine setting with higher power and torque
- "Light" Telelever suspension
- New larger displacemen cylinders and cylinder heads
- Magnesium cylinder head covers
- New six-speed gearbox with sixth speed as overdrive
- New cockpit with twin headlight unit and revised front fender design
- Redesigned gear/box frame mountings
- New footrest support plates
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Brake system |
BMW/FAG anti-lock brake ABS II |
Actuation method |
Hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type |
Front brakes |
Two 4-piston calipers, wear compensation |
Front rotors |
Dual 12.0-inch (305 mm) flaoting rotors |
Rear brake |
One 4-piston caliper, flaoting mount |
Rear rotor |
Single 10.9-inch (277 mm) fixed rotor |
Wheels and Tires |
Front wheel |
2.50 x 19 MT-H2 Patented Cross Spoke Wheels |
Engine |
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Rear wheel |
4.00 x 17 MT-H2 Patented Cross Spoke Wheels |
Type |
Air cooled/oil cooled twin cylinder |
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Front tire |
110/80 - R 19 59H tubeless |
Displacement |
1130 cc (101mm x 70,5mm) |
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Rear Tire |
150/70 - R 17 69H tubeless |
Horsepower |
85 Bhp @ 6750 rpm (62,5 kW DIN) |
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Dimensions |
Torque |
71 lb.-ft (98Nm) @ 5250 rpm |
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Overall length |
86.2 inches (2189 mm) |
Valves gear |
HC, chain-driven |
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Overall width |
35.9 inches (920 mm) |
Valves |
2x34 mm intake / 2 x 29 mm exhaust |
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Wheelbase |
58.9 inches (1509 mm) |
Valves per cylinder |
Four |
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Ground clearance |
7.8 inches (200 mm) |
Engine oil capacity |
4 quarts of SF, SG motor oil |
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Seat height |
33.1/33.8 inches (840 / 860 mm) |
Engine oil filter |
Spin-on Micronic filter cartridge |
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Handlebar width |
35.5 inches (903 mm) |
Carburation |
Fuel injection and electronic ignition |
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Steering angle |
64 degrees |
Ignition |
MA 2.2 Bosch Motronic (MA 2.4 Bosch Motronic !?!) |
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Weight - wet |
549 lbs. (249kg) |
Fuel demand |
Unleaded, middle-grade premium, 90 (AKI) |
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Maximum load |
992 lbs. (450 kg) GVWR |
Fuel tank |
Steel tank with enclosed fuel pump |
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Top speed |
Over 121 mph (194 km/h) |
Fuel capacity |
5.8 U.S. gallons (22.1 liters) including 1 gal. (3.8 liters) reserve |
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Available Colors |
Air filter |
Paper-type element |
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Titanium Silver Metalic Mandarin Night Black
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Charging system |
14 V. 50Amp Alternator (700W) |
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Standart Equipment |
Battery |
BMW Mareg. 12V - 14 Amp/h low maintenance |
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- Adjustable seat height (two positions)
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Cooling system |
Combined air/oil cooled |
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- Single key lock system for ignition, steering, fuel cap, seat storage compartment locks
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Drivetrain |
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- Redesigned exhaust system with catalytic converter
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Primary drive |
Helical-cut gears with tensioner |
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- Valve cover protection and sump protection plate
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Clutch |
165 mm dry hydraulic, single plate |
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Gear ratios |
1st gear: 2.04:1 4th gear: 1.03:1 |
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2nd gear: 1.60:1 5th gear: 0.90:1 |
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- ABS II (anti-lock brake system)
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3rd gear: 1.26:1 6th gear: 0.69:1 |
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- Rider Information Display (oil temp., fuel indicator, clock, gear gauge)
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Drive system |
Enclosed driveshaft with two universal joints and integral torsional damper |
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- Saddlebag mounting brackets
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Final drive |
Spiral bevel gears, 2.82:1 ratio |
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Importer: BMW of North America, Inc. |
Frame and Suspension |
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Manufacturer: BMW AG, Munich, Germany |
Frame |
Three-section frame concept with reinforced rear frame connection. |
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MFR's Suggested Retail Price: $14,190 |
Front suspension |
"Light" Telelever with central spring strut. Progressive coil spring. Twin-tube gas-filled. |
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Note: Details and specifications are subject to change |
Travel/dimensions |
7.46 inches (190 mm) total travel, 5-position preload. |
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© 1999 BMW of North America Inc. Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey. All Rights Reserved |
Rear suspension |
Patented BMW Paralever swingarm & shaft drive; single shock with variable rebound damping |
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Travel/dimensions |
7.81 inches (200 mm) travel, hydraulic adjust. 40 positions |
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