WITH EVEN MORE DRIVE FOR ADVENTURE.
The BMW R 1250 GS: concentrated performance meets impressive efficiency. With the BMW R 1250 GS you will experience the Boxer even more directly. An increase in engine displacement brings you even more performance – pumping out 136 hp and 105 lb-ft of torque. BMW ShiftCam variable camshaft control system ensures consistent power delivery – throughout the entire power band. Whether in the city, on the motorway, or off road, every mile gives you more freedom and riding pleasure. Styles and colors, numerous technical details, and exciting individualization options combine to bring you the BMW R 1250 GS.
- Features
- Specs
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Features
- PERFORMANCE, EFFICIENCY, CONTROL: The twin-cylinder Boxer engine of the R 1250 GS fascinates in its diversity right from the very first moment. Its character is unmistakable – whatever the ride. It offers you increased performance and smooth running at low speeds at the same time. The BMW ShiftCam variable camshaft control system ensures greater torque across the entire power band, providing greater control in every riding situation, giving you power whenever you need it. More power, more torque – and increased fuel efficiency. The strong performance with fewer gear changes gives you more control.
- CONNECTIVITY WITH COLOR DISPLAY AS STANDARD: The 6.5-inch TFT color display shows information such as speed and rpm, navigation, phone, media, and more. When darkness sets in or when riding through tunnels, the lighting and color intensity of the display are automatically adjusted. Even in strong sunlight, all of the information is easy to read.
- HILL START CONTROL COMES STANDARD: The standard Hill Start Control makes starting on slopes easier. With a quick, firm pull of the handbrake lever, the rear brake can easily be applied without having to step on the foot brake or continuing to hold the hand brake. When riding off, the brake is released automatically.
- BMW MOTORRAD SPEZIAL: BMW Motorrad Spezial offers particularly design-defining billet packs for the R 1250 GS as of Spring 2019, personalizing your motorcycle from the valve covers and levers down to the oil filler plugs. The HP billet pack underlines the sporty character of the machine with milled aluminum components that have striking blue accents. The Option 719 Classic billet pack combines stylish silver accents with high-quality components. Expect to see style everywhere you look.
- STANDARD FULL LED HEADLIGHTS WITH ILLUMINATED STYLE ELEMENT: Both in low-beam and high-beam lighting, the illumination is wider and more consistent than conventional lights. In addition, the light is whiter, making contours clearer and significantly increasing passive safety.
- DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL: Available DBC supports you in emergency braking by counteracting involuntary throttle actuation in challenging riding scenarios. The system intervenes to reduce engine torque, and increase braking force. The result is more safety through the best possible use of the braking capacity to stabilize your bike and shorten the stopping distance.
- CONNECTIVITY WITH HIGH-RESOLUTION COLOR DISPLAY IN SERIES: Connect your smartphone to your bike via Bluetooth. The 6.5-inch TFT display provides extensive information about your motorcycle and offers additional features such as navigation, music, and connectivity via your smart phone.
- NEXT-GEN DYNAMIC ESA: Available Next-Gen Dynamic ESA ensures more stable and therefore even safer ride characteristics. The system automatically regulates the damping and spring preload of the struts depending on riding conditions and load of your bike, and offers the highest level of comfort and traction on a wide variety of surfaces, when cornering.
- RIDE MODES PRO AS AN OPTION WITH FEATURES: Ride Modes Pro adds ABS Pro, Enduro ABS, DTC, Dynamic Mode, Dynamic, Pro Mode, Enduro Mode, and Enduro Pro Mode as well as these additional features: Hill Start Control Pro with selectable automatic brake activation on hills and Dynamic Brake Control.
- EVEN MORE EXPRESSIVE: The Exclusive Style Package combines Black Storm Metallic with Night Black Matte paint. A black powertrain and handlebars, grey frame and gold colored brake calipers round off the stylish appearance.
- BMW SHIFTCAM: The ShiftCam lettering: a clear indication of the Boxer engine with variable camshaft control.
- IMPROVED OFF-ROAD CAPABILITY: The HP Style Package includes front-wheel cover extension, radiator protection, frame protection, gold cross spoke wheels, rally seat, and rally windshield – as well as BMW Motorsport colors.
- GEAR SHIFT ASSIST PRO: Gear Shift Assist Pro is a feature known and loved by racers, allowing riders to upshift and downshift without pulling the clutch lever. This means that you always have the handlebars firmly in your grip while reducing shift time and decreasing the impact of the load change on the rear wheel.
General Information
Color
Black Storm Met / Night Black Matt
Brakes/Wheels/Tires
Brakes
ABS - BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (part-integral, can be switched off)
Front - Dual floating disc brakes, 4-piston fixed calipers, diameter 305 mm
Rear - Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, dual-piston floating caliper
Wheels
Cast aluminum
Front - 3 x 19 in.
Rear - 4.5 x 17 in.
Tires
Front - 120/70 R 19
Rear - 170/60 R 17
Dimensions
Length
86.9 in. (2,207 mm)
Height
Excluding mirrors - 56.3 in. (1,430 mm)
Width
Including mirrors - 37.5 in. (953 mm)
Weight
Unladen, road ready, fully fuelled - 549 lb. (249 kg)
Wheelbase
60 in. (1,525 mm)
Seat Height
Unladen weight - 33.5 in. / 34.3 in. (Standard Seat)
Inner leg curve, unladen weight - 73.6 in. / 75.2 (Standard Seat)
Drivetrain
Transmission
Constant-mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical cut gears
Engine
Engine
4-stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft and variable engine timing system BMW ShiftCam.
Horsepower
136 hp (100 kW) @ 7,750 rpm
Bore x Stroke
102.5 x 76 mm
Torque
Max - 105 ft. lb. (143 Nm) @ 6,500 rpm
Fuel System
Mixture control / engine management - Electronic fuel injection with ride-by-wire throttle system
Fuel type - Premium unleaded
Fuel Capacity
Usable tank volume - 5.3 gal. (20 l)
Reserve - Approx. 1 gal. (4 l)
Clutch
Multiplate wet clutch, hydraulically operated
Exhaust
Emission control - Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4
Battery
12 V / 11.8 Ah, maintenance-free
Alternator
Three-phase 510 W generator
Operational
Frame
Two section frame, front - and bolted on rear frame, load bearing engine
Suspension
Front - BMW Telelever, Ø 37 mm, central spring strut
Rear - Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Paralever; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) via handwheel, rebound damping adjustable via handwheel
Front travel - 7.5 in. (190 mm)
Rear travel - 7.9 in. (200 mm)
Trail
Castor - 3.9 in. (99.6 mm)
Maximum Speed
Over 125 mph
Capacity
Payload with standard equipment - 476 lb. (216 kg)
Permitted total weight - 1,025 lb. (465 kg)
Other
Additional Colors
Cosmic Blue Metallic
Light White / Racing Blue Metallic / Racing Red
Black Storm Met / Night Black Matt
Black Storm Metallic