BMW 2011 R 1200 GS User Manual

Lamps
Replacing low-beam and
high-beam bulbs
The alignment of the
connector, the spring
strap and the bulb may differ
from that shown in the following
illustrations.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Switch off ignition.
Turn counterclockwise to re-
move the cover for the high
beam 1 or the cover for the
low beam 2.
Disconnect plug 3.
Remove spring strap 4 from
detent and fold to side.
Remove bulb 5.
Replace defective bulb.
Bulbs for low-beam
headlight
H7 / 12 V / 55 W
Bulb for high-beam
headlight
H7 / 12 V / 55 W
To protect the glass of the
new bulb from soiling, only
touch it on the base.
Insert bulb 5 while ensuring
correct position of lug 6.
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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