BMW 2011 R 1200 GS User Manual

A
Abbreviations and symbols, 6
ABS
Operating, 49
Operating element, 14
Self-diagnosis, 68
Technology in detail, 78
Warning indicators, 33
Accessories
General instructions, 86
Air filter
Installing, 118
Position in motorcycle, 13
Removing, 117
Ambient temperature
Display, 23
Ice warning, 32
Anti-theft alarm
Indicator light, 17
Warning indicator, 38
ASC
Operating, 50
Operating element, 14
Self-diagnosis, 68
Technology in detail, 80
Warning indicators, 34
Average values
Resetting, 44
B
Battery
Charging connected
battery, 121
Charging disconnected
battery, 122
Installing, 123
Maintenance instructions, 121
Position on motorcycle, 16
Removing, 122
Technical data, 140
Warning for battery charge
current, 31
Brake fluid
Checking fill level at front, 101
Checking fill level at rear, 102
Front reservoir, 13
Rear reservoir, 13
Brake pads
Check front, 98
Check rear, 99
Running in, 69
Brakes
Adjusting handlebar lever, 52
Checking operation, 98
Safety instructions, 71
Technical data, 138
Wear indicator, 100
C
Case
Operating, 87
Checklist, 66
Clock
Adjusting, 41
Operating element, 17
Clutch
Adjusting handlebar lever, 51
Checking fluid level, 103
12
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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