Here's the history with a timeline of arguably the first full-size adventure bike: the iconic BMW GS. Learn about the bike's roots, generational updates, and more. BMW R1100GS BMW R1150GS BMW R1200GS In 1995, the introduction of the next generation R-259 or oilhead engine signalled BMW's entry into modern adventure models, with a succession of larger displacement models including the R850GS, R1100GS, R1150GS and the R1200GS.
Later models have electronic engine management, ABS braking, twin spark plugs, and more power than airhead models, due in part to. The BMW GS platform is iconic in the motorcycling world, not to mention the ADV touring segment. Here, we dive into each model since the 1980 R80 G/S! BMW R1200GS (GSA Adventure): history, generations, specifications, images, videos, manuals.
2013 BMW R1200GS - First Ride
It captivates with light offroad handling, combined with outstanding touring characteristics on the road. The successor model R 1150 GS continues writing the success story of BMW Motorrad dual-sport motorcycles, as does the R 1150 GS Adventure, which appeared in 2002 and is tailored to meet the requirements of long. In 2017 BMW Motorrad continued to write GS history with the completely redesigned F 750 GS and F 850 GS enduro models.
BMW Motorrad consistently built on typical GS strengths in the successor models to the successful two-cylinder F 650 GS, F 700 GS and F 800 GS motorcycles with the aim of making good things even better. But here we are, 30 years later and the GS-series is not only one of BMW's best-selling models, it has spawned an entire new motorcycle segment called "Adventure Touring". This is the official BMW history of the BMW GS-series, along with a special 49 photo slide show with rare images of GS versions through the years.
2011 BMW R 1200GS Adventure
The BMW R 1250 GS is considered the ultimate adventure bike, with unmatched usability, capability, and tech features. The GS adventure bike has evolved over the years from simplistic enduro bikes. Ready for any challenge: Since 1980, the GS has stood for limitless adventure and curiosity, both on and off the road.
40 years ago, we presented the R 80 G/S for the first time as the conceptual pioneer of touring enduros, which laid the foundation for a decades. A timeline of this venerable adventure bike.Since its introduction in 1980 the BMW G/S has defined a genre. Before the Starbucks jokes and cruise control the GS was a thoroughly groundbreaking concept.
History of the BMW GS-Series - The 30 Year Anniversary - webBikeWorld
Over the years the high riding boxer has gained some CCs, a few pounds and loads of refinements. The current R1250GS is water.
