2008 BMW K1200GT

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2008 BMW K1200GT

2008 BMW K1200GT

2008 BMW K1200GT

– 2008 BMW K1200GT

2008 BMW K1200GT

Tour at blazing speed in total comfort

Cycle World’s ‘Best Sport-touring Bike for 2006,’ the K 1200 GT features the new BMW Duolever front suspension, optional ESA and a transversely-mounted in-line 4-cyinder engine offering a whopping 152 bhp. It also has height-adjustable handlebars, a narrower design, and an adjustable saddle. Point it at the horizon and swallow huge chunks of highway mile after mile, because sport touring has never been this thrilling.

 

Equipment:

Hazard Warning Flashers

Integral ABS II

Single Key Locks

Closed Loop 3 Way Catalytic Converter with Oxygen Sensor

Side Stand with Starter Inhibition

Adjustable Handbrake and Clutch Levers

Side Cases in Body Color

Diagnostic Interface

Electronic Immobilizer

Info Flat Screen

High Windshield

Power Socket

Tool Kit

Brake Pad Renewal Display

Black Seat

Service Interval Display

 

Available Equipment:

Seat – Gray
No Charge if Factory Equipped

Side Cover Granite Gray Metallic
No Charge if Factory Equipped

Side Cover Dark Slate Metallic
No Charge if Factory Equipped

Safety Package
$595.00

Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM)

ASC (Automatic Stability Control)

Equipment Package
$2,095.00

Cruise Control

Xenon Light

Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA)

Heated Seat

Heated Hand Grips

On Board Computer (includes Oil Level Warning)

Comfort Package
$1,495.00

Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA)

Cruise Control

On Board Computer (includes Oil Level Warning)

Heated Grips

Anti Theft Alarm
$395.00

Low Seat
31.5 – 32.3 inches

 

Accessories:

Bike cover

Additional power accessory socket kit

Tank bag system

Inner bags

Soft top case

 

SPECIFICATIONS:

2008 BMW K 1200 GT
MSRP:  $18,620.00*  Destination charge (not included in MSRP):  $495
*Actual price determined by dealer. Price excludes taxes, license, options and handling charge.
Prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

Engine
Type Transverse mounted, liquid-cooled inline 4-cyl.
Bore x Stroke 79 mm x 59 mm
Displacement 1157 cc
Horsepower 152 bhp @ 9500 rpm
Torque 96 lb/ft @ 7750 rpm
Compression Ratio 13.0 :1
Valve Gear DOHC, chain-driven with bucket tappets
Valves 2 x 32 mm intake / 2 x 27,5 mm exhaust
Valves / Cylinder Four
Engine Oil Capacity 3.7 quarts
Engine Management BMW Engine Controller – BMS K
Fuel Requirement Premium Unleaded
Fuel Tank HDPE, internal pump and internal filter
Fuel Capacity 6.3 U.S. gallons including 1 gallon reserve
Charging System 945 Watts @ 14 Volts
Battery 12 Volts 19 Amps/hour
Cooling System Single Radiator, 50/50 water/anti-freeze mix

Drivetrain
Primary Drive 1:1.559
Clutch 151 mm, multi-disc oil bath
1st Gear Ratio 2.52:1
2nd Gear Ratio 1.84:1
3rd Gear Ratio 1.45:1
4th Gear Ratio 1.28:1
5th Gear Ratio 1.14:1
6th Gear Ratio 1.01:1
Final Drive System Enclosed driveshaft with two universal joints
Final Drive Ratio 2.82:1

Frame and Suspension
Frame Composite aluminum frame
Front Suspension BMW Duolever
Front Travel 4.5 inches
Rear Suspension BMW EVO Paralever
Rear Travel 5.3 inches

Brakes
Brake System BMW EVO with partial integral ABS
Front Brakes Two, four-piston fixed calipers
Front Rotor 12.6 inch dual floating rotors
Rear Brake Single, two-piston fixed caliper
Rear Rotor 11.6 inch single, fixed rotor
Actuation Method Hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type

Wheels and Tires
Front Wheel 3.50 x 17 cast alloy, five double-spoke
Rear Wheel 5.50 x 17 cast alloy, five double-spoke
Front Tire 120/70 x 17 tubeless
Rear Tire 180/55 x 17 tubeless

Dimensions
Overall Length 91.3 inches
Overall Width 39.0 inches
Wheelbase 61.8 inches
Ground Clearance 4.6 inches
Seat Height 32.2 inches
Steering Angle 61.0 degrees
Front Wheel Trail 4.5 inches
Weight – Dry 549 lbs. excluding options & accessories
Weight – Wet 622 lbs. excluding options & accessories
Maximum Load 1147 lbs. GVWR

Standard Colors
Code  Price Description
946     N / C Dark Graphite Metallic
997     N / C Deep Blue Metallic
N19     N / C Aventurin Silver Metallic

Standard Equipment
553     N / C Tall Windshield
773     N / C Seat – Black

Available Equipment
164     N / C Seat – Gray
171     N / C Side Cover Granite Gray Metallic
172     N / C Side Cover Dark Slate Metallic
320     $PKG Xenon Light
416     $PKG Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA)
430     $595.00 Safety Package (530, 650)
432     $1495.00 Comfort Package (416, 519, 538, 539)
433     $2095.00 Equipment Package (320, 416, 518, 519, 538, 539)
518     $PKG Heated Seat
519     $PKG Heated Hand Grips
530     $PKG Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM)
538     $PKG Cruise Control
539     $PKG On Board Computer (incl. Oil Level Warning)
603     $395.00 Anti-Theft Alarm
650     $PKG ASC
776     N / C Seat Low (31.5 – 32.3 inches)