Well, here is another breed of automotive, the
Exotic Bikes. This BMW R 1200 GS was displayed at the BMW Motorrad stall at the
recent Auto Show in Bengaluru. The BMW GS series offers dual purpose
off-road/on-road and has been in production since 1980. The GS refers to either
Gelände/Straße (German: off-road/road) or Gelände Sport.
GS motorcycles can be distinguished from other BMW
models by their longer travel suspension, an upright riding position, and
larger front wheels – typically 19 to 21 inch. The BMW GS1200 is the face of
the modern motorcycles that is suitable for long distance travel, as a universal
tool - on a local run, for daily journey to work or weekend trips. It was
initially launched in 2004 as R1150GS, which was replaced by BMW R 1200 GS.
The BMW R 1200 GS features a air/oil-cooled flat
twin ('Boxer') 4-stroke, 1,170 cc engine, and produces a power of 110 hp (82KW)
at 7,750 rpm. As standard it is equipped with electronic engine management, ABS
braking and twin spark plugs.
The R1200GS is BMW Motorrad’s best-selling model
and has been developed in line with the industry standard. In 2007, the bike
was popularised by Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman, who used the Adventure
model for a trip from John o' Groats in Scotland to Cape Agulhas in South
Africa. The trip was documented in a book and as a television series - Long Way
Down.
BMW GS1200 will be the best bike to choose if you
are thinking of a motorcycle for daily usage and long drives. It sets you back
by Rs. 20, 00,000 (India), which is worth when you completely make use of the
package and features.
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