BMW 2011 R 1200 GS User Manual

Install securing screws 2 on left
and right with specified torque.
Brake caliper on slider
tube
22 lb/ft (30 Nm)
Remove adhesive tape from
wheel rim.
Braking efficiency is im-
paired if the brake pads are
not correctly bedded against the
disks.
Before driving off, check that the
braking effect kicks in without
any delay.
Operate brakes several times
until brake pads contact brake
disk.
with BMW Motorrad Integral
ABS II
OE
Clip in two retaining clips 1 of
the ABS sensor cable on brake
line.
Inspect to confirm that the
sensor wire is secured at the
clip 3, snap into place as re-
quired.
The cable of the wheel
speed sensor could chafe
through if it comes into contact
with the brake disk.
Make sure that sensor cable is
routed correctly.
Make sure that sensor cable is
routed as shown.
Removing rear wheel
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place motorcycle on
its center stand.
Shift into first gear.
Components of the exhaust
system can be hot.
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BMW 2011 R 1200 GS Specifications

General

Displacement	1170 cc
Bore x Stroke	101 mm x 73 mm
Power	110 hp (81 kW) at 7, 750 rpm
Compression Ratio	12.0:1
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Final Drive	Shaft drive
ABS	Standard
Front Tire	110/80 R19
Rear Tire	150/70 R17
Dry Weight	203 kg
Weight, ready to ride, fully fueled	229 kg
Engine Type	Air/oil-cooled flat twin ('Boxer')
Torque	120 Nm at 6, 000 rpm
Fuel Type	Unleaded premium
Transmission	6-speed
Frame	Two-section frame consisting of front and rear sections
Front Suspension	Telelever
Rear Suspension	Paralever
Front Brake	Dual disc
Rear Brake	Single disc
Seat Height	850 mm
Wheelbase	1507 mm
Fuel Capacity	20.0 l