BMW R 1200GS Rallye 2017 User Manual

Remove retaining disc 2. To
do so, press release button 3.
Slide the rear-wheel stand into
the rear axle from the left.
Connect the lock washer from
the right. For this purpose,
press the release button.
ATTENTION
Vehicle topples to side when
being lifted on to stand
Risk of damage to parts if vehicle
topples
Secure the vehicle to prevent it
toppling, preferably with the as-
sistance of a second person.
Hold the motorcycle upright
and at the same time press the
handle of the stand back until
both rollers of the stand are on
the ground.
Then press the handle down to
the ground.
Tyres
Checking tyre pressure
WARNING
Incorrect tyre pressure
Impaired handling characteristics
of the motorcycle, shorter useful
tyre life
Always check that the tyre
pressures are correct.
WARNING
Tendency of valve inserts in-
stalled vertically top open
by themselves at high riding
speeds.
Sudden loss of tyre pressure.
Install valve caps fitted with
rubber sealing rings and tighten
firmly.
Place the motorcycle on its
stand on firm, even ground.
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BMW R 1200GS Rallye 2017 Specifications

General

Displacement	1170 cc
Bore x Stroke	101 mm x 73 mm
Max Torque	125 Nm at 6, 500 rpm
Transmission	6-speed
Curb Weight	244 kg
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Front Tire	120/70 R19
Rear Tire	170/60 R17
Wheelbase	1, 507 mm
Compression Ratio	12.5:1
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Max Power	125 hp at 7, 750 rpm
Fuel Capacity	20 liters
Front Suspension	Telelever, central spring strut
Rear Suspension	BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front Brakes	Dual disc, floating brake discs, diameter 305 mm, 4-piston radial calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 276 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
ABS	BMW Motorrad ABS
Frame	Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame
Length	2, 210 mm
Height	1, 450 mm
Clutch	Wet clutch, hydraulically operated
Engine Type	Air/liquid-cooled four stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft