The BMW R 1250 GS Edition 40 Year GS motorcycle specifications include a 1,254 cc (76.52 cu in) engine, power of 136 hp (99.3 kW) @ 7,750 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 249 kg (549 lb).
Key specifications
How the BMW R 1250 GS Edition 40 Year GS compares
This compares the motorcycle with all BMW models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the BMW database average.
About 67% higher than the BMW database average. Around the 87th percentile across BMW models.
About 38% higher than the BMW database average. Around the 91st percentile across BMW models.
About 10% heavier than the BMW database average. Around the 78th percentile across BMW models.
About 5% taller than the BMW database average. Around the 87th percentile across BMW models.
Very close to the BMW database average. Around the 56th percentile across BMW models.
BMW database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the BMW specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
136 hp — more powerful than about 87% of BMW models with power data.
1,254 cc — larger displacement than about 91% of BMW models.
249 kg — heavier than about 78% of BMW models, or lighter than about 22%.
850 mm — taller than about 87% of BMW models.
19.7 L — larger than about 56% of BMW fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with BMW average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across BMW models where that dimension is available.
2,207
2,193
Close to average.
953
877
9% above average.
1,430
1,199
19% above average.
1,514
1,497
Close to average.
850
809
5% above average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 120/70-R19 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 170/60-R17 |
| Front tire pressure | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa) |
| Engine oil | SAE 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity | 4.00 L (4.23 US qt) |
| Estimated theoretical fuel range | 414 km |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.546 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 546.2 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 108.5 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.35:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Category | Enduro / offroad |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,254 cc (76.52 cu in) |
| Power | 136 hp (99.3 kW) @ 7,750 rpm |
| Torque | 143.0 Nm (14.6 kgf-m or 105.5 ft.lbs) @ 6,500 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 102.5 x 76 mm (4.0 x 3.0 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 12.5:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Dry sump |
| Engine oil | SAE 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4.00 L (4.23 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet clutch with an anti-hopping function, hydraulic activation |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 37 mm, central spring strut |
| Rear suspension | Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable at handwheel. |
| Front wheel travel | 190 mm (7.5 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Rake | 25.7° |
| Trail | 102 mm (4.0 inches) |
| Fork tube size | 37 mm (1.5 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers. |
| Front tire | 120/70-R19 |
| Rear tire | 170/60-R17 |
| Front tire pressure | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa) |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 249 kg (549 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 850 mm (33.5 inches) |
| Alternate seat height | 870 mm (34.3 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
| Overall length | 2,207 mm (86.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 953 mm (37.5 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,430 mm (56.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,514 mm (59.6 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 19.68 L (5.20 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Reserve fuel capacity | 4.00 L (1.06 US gal) |
| Fuel consumption | 4.75 L/100 km (21.1 km/l or 49.52 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 110.2 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Emission details | Regulated three-way catalytic converter, compliant with Euro 5 emission standard |
Performance
| Top speed | 193.1 km/h (120.0 mph) |
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Electrical and instruments
| Electrical | Three-phase alternator with 510 Watt nominal power. 12 V / 11.8 Ah, maintenance-free battery. |
|---|---|
| Instruments | TFT color display with connectivity |
| Lights | LED headlight |
Other specifications
| Color options | Black/Yellow |
|---|---|
| Factory warranty | Up to 3-years or 36,000 miles |
| Brake fluid | DOT 4 |
| Coolant | 2.00 L (0.53 US gal) |
| Price as new | US$ 20045. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Comments | 3 Ride Modes (ECO, Rain and Road). Traction Control. Special edition to celebrate 40 year sof GS models. Over 1.2 million GS models have been built to date. |
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