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Presskit: The new BMW R 1200 GS
Tue Nov 06 14:00:00 CET 2007 Press Kit
BMW Motorrad at the EICMA 2007
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Chris Overall
BMW Group
The new BMW R 1200 GS Contents 1. The new BMW R 1200 GS 2. Power and torque of the BMW R 1200 GS 3. Technical data for the BMW R 1200 GS 4. The colours of the BMW R 1200 GS
An overview of the new BMW R 1200 GS
• Even more dynamic drive with more pep in the upper half of the rev range.
• Engine power increased by five percent
• Maximum engine speed increased to 8,000 rpm with a wider usable speed range
• Different gear and secondary transmission ratios for a clear improvement in
traction and acceleration
• Redesigned six-gear transmission with enlarged bearing diameters and
optimised switching kinematics for even more precise gear shifting
• Electronic chassis modification from the optional enduro ESA, used for the
first time in an enduro. Further increase in agility, suitability for touring
and off-road use through individual spring-suspension coordination
• Electrohydraulic spring adjustment of the spring struts at front and rear as
part of the enduro ESA
• Optimised ergonomics through new, double-butted aluminium handlebar in
combination with new hand protectors and newly designed seat
• Fuel display with expanded measurement range and new sensor system
• Optimised battery charging for higher generator performance
• More dynamic design emphasising the enduro attributes
• Colours available: Titanium Silver Metallic, Dark Slate Metallic Matt, plain
Namibia Orange, plain Tanzanite blue
• Special equipment and tailor-made accessories in accordance with familiar
BMW standards.