BMW R 1150 GS User Manual

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Introduction
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Welcome to BMW
We congratulate you on your
choice of a motorcycle from
BMW and welcome you to the
community of BMW riders.
Familiarise yourself with your
new motorcycle, so that you
can ride it safely and confidently
in all traffic situations.
To make sure of this, please
read this Rider’s Manual care-
fully before starting to use your
new motorcycle. It contains
important information on how to
operate the controls and how to
make the best possible use of
all the motorcycle’s technical
features.
In addition, it contains useful
hints and information on the
correct equipment for machine
and rider, to ensure maximum
reliability and safety, and advice
on how to maintain the value of
your motorcycle.
If you have any questions con-
cerning your motorcycle, your
authorised BMW motorcycle
dealer will gladly provide
advice and assistance.
We hope you enjoy reading this
Rider’s Manual and wish you
many a pleasant, safe journey
on your BMW motorcycle.
Best wishes,
BMW Motorrad
Welcome to BMW
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BMW R 1150 GS Specifications

General

Displacement	1130 cc
Bore x Stroke	101 mm x 70.5 mm
Torque	98 Nm at 5, 250 rpm
Transmission	5-speed
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Compression Ratio	10.3:1
Wheelbase	1, 507 mm
Engine Type	2-cylinder 4-stroke Boxer
Power	85 hp (62.5 kW) at 6, 750 rpm
Frame	Steel tubular space frame
Front Suspension	Telelever with central spring strut
Rear Suspension	Paralever
Front Brakes	Twin-disc, 305 mm diameter
Rear Brakes	Single 276 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Seat Height	840 mm (adjustable to 860 mm)
Fuel Capacity	22 liters