BMW K 1200 GT suspension setup and specs

BMW K 1200 GT, 2006 to 2008: adjustable rear preload and rebound, 820 mm (32.3 in) seat height, 115 mm of front suspension travel, 42 psi cold rear tire pressure.

Model years covered: 2006, 2007, 2008 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by BMW.

2006–2008 BMW K 1200 GT
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BMW K 1200 GT

2006–2008 · sport-touring · 1157 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundAdjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel115 mm (4.5 in)
Rear suspension travel135 mm (5.3 in)
Front suspensionDuolever (BMW/Hossack type)
Rear suspensionParalever monoshock

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front, solo36 psi · 2.5 bar
Rear, solo42 psi · 2.9 bar
Front, two up36 psi · 2.5 bar
Rear, two up42 psi · 2.9 bar
Front tire120/70 ZR17
Rear tire180/55 ZR17

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1572 mm (61.9 in)
Rake29.4°
Trail112 mm (4.4 in)
Seat height820 mm (32.3 in)
Front brakeDual disc, 4-piston fixed calipers
Rear brakeSingle disc, 2-piston caliper

Other BMW K 1200 GT generations: 2003–2005

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