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High-performance sport touring with the K1200GT


  Two-up on the K1200GT



  Where the heck are we? Sport-touring reaches a new level of performance and comfort with the new K1200GT. Sharing many features with the K1200S supersport bike, the K1200GT combines Formula One-inspired engine design with a lightweight, nimble chassis. Adjustable ergonomics and many comfort and convenience features make this the ideal bike for solo or two-up riding: an evening ride or a two-week tour.

The K1200GT combines a comfortable riding position and excellent weather protection with just the right selection of standard touring features. Radios and CDs have their place but this bike is all about the ride.

Duolever and Paralever suspension along with semi-Integral antilock brakes provide handling and safety like no other bike in its class.

How about engine performance? Well, how about 152 horsepower and 96 ft-lbs of torque? The balance-shaft-equipped engine and slick-shifting six-speed gearbox deliver smooth power at all speeds and make passing effortless.

BMW invented this class of motorcycle thirty years ago: the K1200GT is the new benchmark.


STANDARD AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Standard equipment includes antilock brakes (Integral ABS Generation II; the hand lever operates both front and rear brakes and the foot lever operates the rear brake only), heated handgrips, electrically-adjustable windshield, a 12-volt accessory socket, hazard warning flashers, and self-cancelling turn signals. The standard anti-theft system uses a "smart" ignition key which cannot be copied and makes hotwiring impossible. The colour-matched removable touring cases shown here are also standard equipment. Available tire pressure monitoring will warn of a flat tire before the tire deflates to a dangerous level.
The major original equipment options are grouped into convenient packages: Also available: Two special equipment packages are offered which combine popular options at a reduced price.

Accessories for the K1200GT include the big-button, touch-screen BMW Navigator, BMW's excellent custom-fitted tankbag, two sizes of topcase, and more. 
  K1200GT with touring accessories 
  Cockpit with Navigator

COLOURS

The seat can be either grey or black, and the tank cover is either Granite Grey Metallic or Slate Grey Metallic.



TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - K1200GT
Engine
Type 4-cylinder 4-stroke in-line, transverse
Valves 4 per cylinder
Displacement 1157 ccm
Horsepower 152 hp @ 9500 RPM
Torque 96 ft.lbs. @ 7750 RPM
Compression ratio 13.0:1
Cooling system water
Valve actuation DOHC with pivoted cam followers
Fuel induction sequential electronic fuel injection
Air induction ram air
Catalytic converter 3-way catalytic converter with oxygen sensor
Clutch multi-plate, wet, hydraulic actuation
Gearbox 6-speed, cassette-style
Electrical/electronic system
Engine Management BMS-K with dual knock sensors
Chassis electrics CAN-BUS system
Generator 3-phase alternator 945W
Battery 12V / 19Ah
Testing/diagnostics mobile diagnostic computer - MoDiTeC
Dimensions and Weights
Fuel tank capacity 24 litres
Seat height @ curb weight 820/840 mm adjustable(32.3/33.1 in) or optional 800/820 mm (31.5/31.1 in)
Dry weight 249 kg (550 lbs)
Curb weight (full fuel tank) 248 kg (623 lbs)
GVWR 520 kg (1144 lbs)
Performance and fuel consumption
Top Speed Over 200 (124 mph)
Acceleration 0-100km/h (64 mph) 3.1 s
Fuel consumption constant 90 km/h 4.8 l/100km (58.9 mpg Imperial)
Fuel consumption constant 120 km/h 5.8 l/100km (48.7 mpg Imperial)
Fuel requirements premium unleaded recommended; can be run safely on lower octane
Chassis
Frame aluminum truss frame with engine as a stressed member
Front wheel suspension BMW Duolever, optional ESA
Rear wheel suspension BMW EVO Paralever
Final drive shaft drive
Front suspension strut gas shock absorber
Rear suspension strut gas shock absorber, preload and rebound damping adjustments
Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) Optional, adjusts preload, rebound and compression
Front brake 4-piston BMW EVO calipers with floating 320 mm discs, optional ABS
Rear Brake 2-piston BMW caliper with fixed 294 mm disc, optional ABS
Wheels aluminum alloy, 3.50 x17 front; 5.50 x 17 rear
Front tire 120/70-ZR17 tubeless
Rear tire 180/55-ZR17 tubeless


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22 January 2008
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