BMW R1150GS

BMW R1150GS
BMW R1150GS Adventure
ManufacturerBMW Motorrad
Parent companyBMW
Production1999–2004
2005–2006
PredecessorR1100GS
SuccessorR1200GS
ClassDual-sport
Engine1,130 cubic centimetres (69 cu in), flat twin, air/oil cooled
(twin spark plugs on later models)
Bore / stroke101 mm × 70.5 mm (3.98 in × 2.78 in)
Compression ratio10.3:1
Power85 hp (63 kW) @ 6,750 rpm[1]
Torque75 lb⋅ft (102 N⋅m) @ 5,250 rpm
Transmission6-speed, shaft drive
SuspensionFront: BMW Telelever
Rear: BMW Paralever
BrakesFront: 4-piston callipers with 305 mm discs
Rear: 2-piston calliper with single 276 mm disc
Optional ABS (servo assisted on later models)
TiresFront: 110/80HR19
Rear: 150/70HR17
Spoked, tubeless wheels
Seat height840 mm (33 in)
Weight229 kg (505 lb) (dry)
Fuel capacityStandard – 22 L (4.8 imp gal; 5.8 US gal)
Optional – 30 L (6.6 imp gal; 7.9 US gal)

The BMW R1150GS and R1150GS Adventure are motorcycles that were manufactured by BMW Motorrad from 1999 through 2004. There was a limited run of 2005-06 model year R1150GSA models as well. The R1150GS models are part of the BMW GS family of dual-sport or adventure motorcycles that have been produced from 1981 to the present date. The bikes have a 1,130 cc horizontally opposed flat-twin engine and shaft drive.

  1. ^ "BMW R1150GS (1999–2005) Review". Motorcycle News. Retrieved 2008-01-05.