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BMW K 1200 GT

General moped information

ModelBMW K 1200 GT
Year2008
CategoryTouring
Rating69.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes

Engine and transmission

Engine typeIn-line four, four-stroke
Power150.19 HP (109.6 kW)) @ 9500 RPM
Fuel systemInjection. Electronic intake pipe injection/digital engine management including knock sensor (BMS-K)
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox6-speed
ClutchMultiple-disc clutch in oil bath, hydraulically operated
Fuel consumption4.80 litres/100 km (20.8 km/l or 49.00 mpg)
Greenhouse gases111.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Frame typeBridge-type frame, cast aluminium, load-bearing engine
Rake (fork angle)29.2°
Trail120 mm (4.7 inches)
Front tyre dimensions120/70-17
Rear tyre dimensions180/55-17
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS
Front brakes diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS
Rear brakes diameter294 mm (11.6 inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight249.0 kg (549.0 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc282.0 kg (621.7 pounds)
Power/weight ratio0.6032 HP/kg
Seat height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length2,318 mm (91.3 inches)
Overall width965 mm (38.0 inches)
Fuel capacity24.00 litres (6.34 gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity2.00 litres (0.53 gallons)

Other specifications

StarterElectric
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