2014 BMW R 1200GS Specifications

Name: 2014 BMW R 1200GS
Brand: BMW

Enduro / Off-Road • Specs last verified 13 July 2026

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2014 BMW R 1200GS Overview

BMW R 1200GS is an enduro / off-road motorcycle. Power comes from a Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke engine running Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve actuation, a compression ratio of 12.5:1. Bore and stroke come in at 101 x 73 mm. On the performance side, it delivers 125 Nm @ 6500 Revolutions of torque. On the road, the 2014 R 1200GS tips the scales at 238 kg, carries a 20-litre fuel tank, offers a seat height of 850 mm and spans a 1,507 mm wheelbase. That's roughly 40 kg heavier than the average enduro / off-road motorcycle in our database. The full 2014 BMW R 1200GS spec sheet below covers every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes.

2014 R 1200GS - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Fuel injection: Fuel injection means consistent cold starts and clean throttle response without the fussiness of a carbureted setup.
Large fuel range: A 20-litre tank means fewer stops on longer rides - a genuine plus for touring or a lengthy daily commute.
Low-maintenance final drive: Running Shaft drive (cardan) final drive cuts out the regular chain cleaning and tensioning that most bikes need.

Considerations

Tall seat height: At 850 mm, shorter riders will likely be on tiptoes at a standstill - worth sitting on one before you buy.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Fuelling & injector care

The fuel injection on the R 1200GS needs little beyond good fuel and periodic use of an injector-cleaner additive - no jetting or float-bowl maintenance to worry about.

Valve clearance checks

With Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve gear, the R 1200GS needs periodic clearance checks; caught early they're a cheap adjustment, left unchecked they accelerate valve seat wear.

Brake disc and pad wear

Braking up front comes from Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. - solid stopping power, with disc and pad wear best checked on the same schedule as tyre changes.

Suspension condition on used examples

The R 1200GS's suspension runs BMW Motorrad Telelever at the front. The rear uses Cast aluminium single swingarm with BMW Motorrad Paralever. Fork-seal condition and rear linkage play are the two things worth checking before buying used.

Final drive maintenance

The R 1200GS uses shaft final drive: essentially maintenance-free day to day, with periodic gear-oil changes the only real service item.

Frame & chassis check

Built around a Twin-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame,load-bearing engine, the R 1200GS's chassis is straightforward to inspect: look for corrosion, cracks or repair welds around stress points like the head-stock and swingarm mounts.

Handling the weight at a standstill

238 kg puts the R 1200GS toward the heavier end of its class. It's most noticeable at walking pace; once underway the mass settles into the handling rather than fighting it.

R 1200GS - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

Before handing over money for a used 2014 BMW R 1200GS, cover the fundamentals: service book and oil change history, chain and sprocket wear, and any sign of oil weeping around the casings. Cold-starting it yourself tells you a lot - a healthy R 1200GS should catch quickly and settle into a smooth idle.

Oil and filter changes

Nothing protects a R 1200GS's engine like disciplined oil changes - stay on the manufacturer's schedule (roughly every 6,000 km or annually). Match the viscosity grade to what the owner's manual specifies, not what's cheapest.

Fuel system care

Fuel injection on the R 1200GS needs little attention beyond decent fuel and an occasional system-cleaner additive. Anything left standing for three months or more should have its fuel drained and replaced before it varnishes the injectors.

Valve clearance service

Valve clearances are easy to overlook on a used R 1200GS since a bike out of spec doesn't always feel obviously wrong - but the wear it causes is real. Ask the seller for documentation before assuming it's been done.

2014 BMW R 1200GS - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2014 BMW R 1200GS have?

The 2014 BMW R 1200GS is powered by a Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke engine.

How much does the 2014 BMW R 1200GS weigh?

The 2014 BMW R 1200GS weighs 238 kg. This is the manufacturer's wet figure.

How much power does the 2014 BMW R 1200GS make?

The 2014 BMW R 1200GS produces 125 Nm @ 6500 Revolutions of torque.

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2014 BMW R 1200GS?

The 2014 BMW R 1200GS has a 20-litre fuel tank. At around 5-6 litres per 100 km, that is roughly 333-400 km between stops.

Is the 2014 BMW R 1200GS suitable for shorter riders?

The 2014 BMW R 1200GS has a seat height of 850 mm. This is towards the tall end of the spectrum and will require most riders under 175 cm to tiptoe at stops.

What brakes does the 2014 BMW R 1200GS have?

The 2014 BMW R 1200GS uses Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. at the front and Single disc. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers. at the rear.

What tyre sizes does the 2014 BMW R 1200GS use?

The 2014 BMW R 1200GS runs 120/70-R19 front and 170/60-R17 rear tyres. A good selection of sport, touring and all-weather rubber is available in these sizes.

BMW R 1200GS Spec Evolution

The BMW R 1200GS was produced across 16 model years (2004-2019). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.

Specification	2004	2005	2006	2007	2008	2009	2010	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019
Max Power	72 kW / 98 hp @ 7000 rpm	72 kW / 98 hp @ 7000 rpm	72 kW / 98 hp @ 7000 rpm	72 kW / 98 hp @ 7000 rpm	77 kW / 105 hp @ 7500 rpm	-	77 kW / 105 hp @ 7500 rpm	81 kW / 110 hp @ 7750 rpm	81 kW / 110 hp @ 7750 rpm	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Wet Weight	225 kg / 496 lbs	225 kg / 496 lbs	225 kg / 496 lbs	225 kg / 496 lbs	229 kg / 505 lbs	229.0 kg / 504.9 lbs	229 kg / 505 lbs	238 kg / 525 lbs	238 kg / 525 lbs	238.1 kg / 525.0 lbs	238.0 kg / 524.7 lbs	238.0 kg / 524.7 lbs	238.0 kg / 524.7 lbs	244.0 kg / 537.9 lbs	244.0 kg / 537.9 lbs	244.0 kg / 537.9 lbs
Dry Weight	199 kg / 439 lbs	199 kg / 439 lbs	199 kg / 439 lbs	199 kg / 439 lbs	199 kg / 439 lbs	203 kg / 447.5 lbs	199 kg / 439 lbs	205 kg / 452 lbs	205 kg / 452 lbs	166 kg / 366.0 lbs	-	-	-	-	-	-
Engine Detail	Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder	Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder	Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder	Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder	Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder	-	Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder	Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder	Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder	Ducati 90 degree L-Twin	-	-	-	-	Balancer shaft	Balancer shaft
Engine Type	Two cylinder boxer	Two cylinder boxer	Twin	Two cylinder boxer	Two cylinder boxer	Two cylinder boxer	Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke	Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke	Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke	Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke	Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke	Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke	Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke	Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke	Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke	Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Top Speed	213 km/h / 132 mph	213 km/h / 132 mph	213 km/h / 132 mph	213 km/h / 132 mph	208.4 km/h / 129.5 mph	200.0 km/h / 124.3 mph	208.4 km/h / 129.5 mph	206.8 km/h / 129 mph.	206.8 km/h / 129 mph.	-	-	-	-	-	200.0 km/h / 124.3 mph	200.0 km/h / 124.3 mph
Seat Height	895 - 915 mm / 35.2 - 36.0 in	895 - 915 mm / 35.2 - 36.0 in	895 - 915 mm / 35.2 - 36.0 in	895 - 915 mm / 35.2 - 36.0 in	850 mm - 870 mm / 33.4 in - 34.2 in	-	850 mm - 870 mm / 33.4 in - 34.2 in	850 mm - 870 mm / 33.4 in - 34.2 in	850 mm - 870 mm / 33.4 in - 34.2 in	851 mm / 33.5 in.	850 mm / 33.5 in.	850 mm / 33.5 in.	850 mm / 33.5 in.	850 mm / 33.5 in.	850 mm / 33.5 in.	850 mm / 33.5 in.
Fuel Capacity	20 Litres / 5.2 US gal	20 Litres / 5.2 US gal	20 Litres / 5.2 US gal	20 Litres / 5.2 US gal	20 Litres / 5.2 US gal	20.00 litres / 5.28 gallons	20 Litres / 5.2 US gal	20 Litres / 5.2 US gal	20 Litres / 5.2 US gal	20.06 litres / 5.30 gallons	20.00 litres / 5.28 gallons	20.00 litres / 5.28 gallons	20.00 litres / 5.28 gallons	20.00 litres / 5.28 gallons	20.00 litres / 5.28 gallons	20.00 litres / 5.28 US gallons

Key Specifications

Engine

Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke

Power

Not published by manufacturer

Torque

125.00 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 Revolutions

Top Speed

Not published by manufacturer

Weight

238.0 kg / 524.7 lbs

Fuel Capacity

20.00 litres / 5.28 gallons

Full 2014 BMW R 1200GS Specifications

Colours Red, blue, white, grey

Seat Height 850 mm / 33.5 in.

Wheelbase 1,507 mm / 59.3 in.

Height 1,450 mm / 57.1 in.

Length 2,210 mm / 87.0 in.

Width 953 mm / 37.5 in.

Fuel Capacity 20.00 litres / 5.28 gallons

Wet Weight 238.0 kg / 524.7 lbs

Max Torque 125.00 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 Revolutions

Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)

Engine Type Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke

CO2 95.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)

Bore x Stroke (mm) 101.0 x 73.0 mm

Bore x Stroke (in,) 4.0 x 2.9 inches

Fuel System Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection/BMS-K digital engine management with electromotive throttle actuator

Compression Ratio 12.5:1

Emissions Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3

Engine Lubrication Dry sump

Fuel Consumption 4.10 litres/100 km (24.4 km/l or 57.37 mpg)

Fuel Reserve 4.00 litres / 1.06 gallons

Starter Electric

Clutch Oil lubricated clutch, hydraulically operated

Final Drive Shaft drive (cardan)

Gearbox 6-speed

Primary Drive Constant mesh

Frame Type Twin-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame,load-bearing engine

Suspension - Front BMW Motorrad Telelever

Suspension - Rear Cast aluminium single swingarm with BMW Motorrad Paralever

Rake 25.5°

Trail 100 mm / 3.9 in.

Wheel Travel - Front 190 mm / 7.5 in.

Wheel Travel - Rear 200 mm / 7.9 in.

Brakes - Front Diameter (in.) 12.0 inches

Brakes - Front Diameter (mm) 305 mm

Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.) 10.9 inches

Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm) 276 mm

Brakes - Front Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.

Brakes - Rear Single disc. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.

Rims Cast aluminium

Tyres - Front 120/70-R19

Tyres - Rear 170/60-R17

Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis. Spot an error? Let us know.