BMW R1150GS Adventure

Engine

Type: Air cooled/Oil cooled twin
Cylinder bore x stroke: 101 mm x 70.5 mm
Displacement: 1130 cc
Horsepower: 85 Bhp @ 6750 rpm
Torque: 71 lb.-ft. @ 5250 rpm
Compression Ratio: 10.3:1
Valve Gear: HC, chain-driven
Valves: 2 x 34 mm intake -- 2 x 29 mm exhaust
Valves per cylinder: Four

Camshafts: 284 degrees
Engine Oil Capacity: 4 quarts of SF, SG motor oil, also w/CC or CD
Engine Oil Filter: spin-on Micronic filter cartridge
Carburetion: fuel injection and electronic ignition MA 2.2
Ignition: controlled by Bosch Motronic
Fuel Demand: unleaded, middle-grade premium, 90 (AKI)
Fuel Tank: steel tank with enclosed fuel pump and filter
Fuel Capacity: 5.8 US gallons including one gallon reserve
Air Filter: Paper-type element

Electrics

Charging system: 14 V, 50 Amp Alternator (700 watts)
Battery: BMW Mareg, 12V-14 Amp/h low maintenance
Cooling System: Combined air/oil cooled

Drivetrain

Primary drive: Helical-cut gears with tensioner
Clutch: 165mm dry, single plate with diaphragm spring
Gear Ratios:
1st gear: 2.04:1
2nd gear: 1.60:1
3rd gear: 1.26:1
4th gear: 1.03:1
5th gear: 0.90:1
Drive System: enclosed driveshaft with two universal joints and integral torsional damper
Final Drive: spiral bevel gears, 2.82:1 ratio
Front Suspension:
Telelever with central spring strut.
Progressive coil spring.
Travel Dimensions: 7.46 inches total travel, 5-position preload
Rear Suspension:
Patented BMW Paralever swingarm and shaft final drive
Single shock with variable rebound damping
7.81 inches total travel, travel, hydraulic adjust, 40 positions

Brakes

Brake System: BMW-FAG anti-lock brake system, ABS II
Front Brakes: two 4-piston calipers, wear compensation
Front Rotors: dual 12.0 inch floating rotors
Actuation method: hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type
Rear Brake: one 4-piston caliper, floating mount
Rear Rotor: single 10.9 inch diameter fixed rotor
Actuation method: hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type

Wheels and Tires

Front Wheel: 2.50 x 19 MT-H2 — Patented Cross-Spoke Wheels
Rear Wheel: 4.00 x 17 MT-H2 — Patented Cross-Spoke Wheels
Front Tire: 110/80 -- R 19 59H tubeless
Rear Tire: 150/70 -- R 17 69H tubeless

Dimensions

Overall Length = 86.2 inches (2189 mm)
Overall Width = 35.9 inches (920 mm) (overmirrors)
Wheelbase = 58.9 inches (1509 mm) (unladen)
Ground Clearance = 7.8 inches (200 mm) (unladen)
Seat Height = 33.1 / 33.8 inches (840 / 860 mm)
Handlebar Width = 35.5 inches (903 mm) (with weights)
Steering Angle = 62.9Ý
Front Wheel Trail = 4.5 inches (115 mm) (unladen)
Weight = Dry 480 lbs.
Weight = Wet 536 lbs.
Maximum Load = 1,014 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
Maximum Carrying Capacity = 478 lbs.
Wheel load limits: Front = 397 lbs.; Rear = 661 lbs.