BMW R 1200 GS ADVENTURE Rider's Manual

when you switch on the igni-
tion. The engine must be run-
ning and the motorcycle must
reach a speed of at least 5
km/h in order for ASC self-
diagnosis to complete.
Phase 1
Test of the diagnosis-
compatible system
components with the
motorcycle at a standstill.
ASC symbol
slow-flashes.
Phase 2
Test of the diagnosis-
compatible system
components while the
motorcycle is on the move.
ASC symbol
slow-flashes.
ASC self-diagnosis
completed
The ASC warning light goes
out.
If an indicator showing an
ASC fault appears when ASC
self-diagnosis completes:
You can continue to ride.
Bear in mind that the ASC
function is not available.
Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a
specialist workshop, prefer-
ably an authorised BMW
Motorrad dealer.
Running in
The first 1000 km
While running in the mo-
torcycle, vary the throttle
opening and engine-speed
range frequently.
Try to do most of your rid-
ing during this initial period
on twisting, fairly hilly roads,
avoiding high-speed main
roads and highways if pos-
sible.
Exceeding the specified
engine speeds while run-
ning in will lead to increased
engine wear.
Keep to the specified engine
speeds for running in.
Do not exceed the rpm lim-
its recommended for run-
ning in.
Running-in speeds
<4000 min
-1
No full-load acceleration.
Avoid low engine speeds at
full load.
Do not omit the first inspec-
tion after 500 - 1200 km.
5
75
z Riding

BMW R 1200 GS ADVENTURE Specifications

General

Displacement	1, 170 cc
Bore x Stroke	101 mm x 73 mm
Max Power	125 hp (92 kW) at 7, 750 rpm
Max Torque	125 Nm at 6, 500 rpm
Compression Ratio	12.5:1
Fuel System	Electronic intake pipe injection
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Front Brake	Dual disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 305 mm, 4-piston radial calipers
Rear Brake	Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, double-piston floating caliper
Length	2, 255 mm
Width	980 mm
Height	1, 450 mm
Wheelbase	1, 510 mm
Wet Weight	260 kg
Fuel Capacity	30 liters
Tires Front	120/70 R19
Tires Rear	170/60 R17
Engine Type	Air/liquid-cooled four-stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft
Transmission	6-speed
Clutch	Hydraulically operated wet clutch
Frame	Two-section frame
Front Suspension	BMW Motorrad Telelever
Rear Suspension	BMW Motorrad Paralever
ABS	BMW Motorrad Integral ABS
Seat Height	890 mm