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Cycle World's "Best Sport-touring Bike for 2006" the K 1200 GT features the new BMW Duolever front suspension, optional ESA and a transversely-mounted in-line four-cylinder engine offering a whopping 152 horsepower. It also has height-adjustable handlebars, a narrower design, and an adjustable saddle. Point it at the horizon and swallow huge chunks of highway mile after mile, because sport touring has never been this thrilling.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Manufacturer
BMW
Model Year
2008
Model
K 1200 GT
MSRP
$18,620.00*
DIMENSIONS
Length
91.3 in. (2,319 mm)
Width
39 in. (990.6 mm)
Weight
Dry: 549 lbs. (249 kg) Wet: 622 lbs. (282.1 kg)
Ground Clearance
4.6 in. (116.8 mm)
Wheelbase
61.8 in. (1,570 mm)
Seat Height
32.2 in. (817.9 mm)
ENGINE
Engine
Transverse mounted, inline 4-cylinder, 4-valves per cylinder, DOHC, chain-driven with bucket tappets, BMW engine controller - BMS K
Horsepower
152 hp (113.3 kW) @ 9,500 rpm
Displacement
1,157 cc
Bore x Stroke
79 x 59 mm
Torque
96 ft. lbs. (130 Nm) @ 7,750 rpm
Compression Ratio
13:1
Fuel Capacity
6.3 gal. (23.8 l) including 1 gal. (3.7 l) reserve
Clutch
151 mm, multi-disc oil bath
Cooling
Liquid; 1 radiator, 50/50 water/anti-freeze mix
DRIVETRAIN
Transmission
6-speed
Final Drive
Enclosed driveshaft with 2 universal joints; 2.82:1 drive ratio
BRAKES/WHEELS/TIRES
Brakes
BMW EVO with partial integral ABS Front: (2) 4-piston fixed calipers; 12.6 in. (320 mm) dual floating rotors Rear: (1) 2-piston fixed caliper; 11.6 in. (294.6 mm) single, fixed rotor Actuation: Hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type
Tires
Front: 120/70 x 17 tubeless Rear: 180/55 x 17 tubeless
OPERATIONAL
Frame
Composite aluminum
Suspension
Front: BMW Duolever; 4.5 in. (114.3 mm) travel Rear: BMW EVO Paralever; 5.3 in. (134.6 mm) travel
Rake
61°
Trail
4.5 in. (114.3 mm)
OTHER
Colors
Deep Blue Metallic, Dark Graphite Metallic, Aventurin Silver Metallic
Photos may show optional equipment
*Price, if shown, is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) and does not include government fees, taxes, dealer vehicle freight/preparation, dealer document preparation charges or any finance charges (if applicable). MSRP and/or final actual sales price will vary depending on options or accessories selected.
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