BMW R1200 GS 2013, the Bavarian supremacy





This year 2013, the BMW R1200GS hammers it to assert its supremacy. In Switzerland, GS is an institution. For several years, she can claim to occupy the top spot of best-selling, all bikes combined. Moreover, since the beginning of the year, more than 10,000 GS came out of the Bavarian production lines.

This spring, we have the opportunity to ride the latest model of the firm to the propeller. Essential in the Swiss, the GS is an experience of life itself.





For 2013, BMW has revolutionized his boxers. Meet the new requirements on noise and emissions as well as increase the mechanical performance, the BMW engineers have then found other ways to adopt / cooling liquid air for his boxers. Till then air / oil cooled, the new boxer is now trust glycol / water mixture. Although BMW innovates, air cooling was preferred, allowing the use of small radiators in favor of boxer look so characteristic of the GS for thirty years. Also, by the way, the engine is gaining performance and displays a power 125cv to 7'700tr / min and 125nm to 6'500tr / min.

The test GS is equipped with the knowledge necessary to Comfort Pack options and Dynamic Pack 2 which include ASC (Automatic Stability Control - Traction Control), ESA (electronically controlled suspension), LED headlights, the RDC (tire pressure control), heated grips and other welcome amenities.





The new GS is equipped with an electronic throttle control (ride-by-wire) and cruise control (optional). These two devices have become common and necessary for motorcycles in this category (other trails and roads).





In addition, the driver has five possible approaches tailored to the conditions: Rain, Road, Dynamic, Enduro and Enduro Pro. Each mode is directly on the engine management (mapping), the response of the throttle and electronically controlled suspension. Through displacement sensors front and rear, ESA, via the central electronic unit, enters various parameters, including the vertical movement of the guide of the front wheel and the rear wheel to set the damping automatically identified conditions, depending on the driving condition and the pilot maneuvers. Control valves controlled electrically then load the adaptation of front and rear shocks.

BMW has revised the chassis. There are new EVO Paralever and Telever. The essential feature of this suspension system keeps the ride height as horizontally as possible, as the braking acceleration. On existing models of mid to high end brand, this system has already been repeatedly proven.





The Bavarois crossed the Alps to give the GS a powerful monoblock brake calipers Brembo radial attachment of the brand. For security and consistency, braking is partially full (rear brake also acts on the front).

Of ergonomics and comfort of driving, one of the new aesthetic is the headlight. BMW is now trusted to LED lighting. The best visual, but also very powerful because it is particularly distinguished by its whiteness and its scope. It has nothing to envy Xenon lighting. Daytime running lights, low beam and long range, the LED lighting is full.
GPS is controlled via the knob to the left hand. Easy and intuitive to configure a route becomes a breeze. GPS support is ideally placed behind the windscreen, just above the dashboard. The road and its dangers then remain in the peripheral vision when you view the information from the GPS.
Speaking of wind deflector that of the GS is adjustable with one hand while driving, even if it is not recommended while driving.





Small interesting detail about this new GS, we find an air rises atypical dimensions, namely Metzeler Tourance Next of 120/70 R19 front and 170/60 R17 at the rear. Is this the right size conciliatory adventure off-road and on-road Bastard? We will see that later.





The aesthetic changes while keeping the trademark "Gelände Strasse" (GS)

GS gentrified its look adventurer. The line aims to be more dynamic than ever. GS mark is preserved while remaining within the spirit trail adventure oriented. A duckbill, perched high saddle, a generous tank, wide handlebars, a front wheel 19-inch tubular steel frame, a swing arm, a minimalist fairing, headlight in a shapeless design, sleek rear leaving up to the two saddle members (driver and passenger), and more importantly, these two prominent cylinders shamefully out of each side of the frame ... it is a GS!

GS style, we like it, or not! In all cases, GS is recognized among a thousand, without hesitation.





The first ride

GS intimidating. For cons, the ride is very attractive. My seventy-five meter allows me to hit the ground the entire length of my toes. The seat rises to 850mm (max. 870mm) optional, there is a saddle 790mm. The wide and high handlebars ensures already relaxed driving and omen extreme maneuverability at low speeds. The footrests fold legs without excess. Finally, I feel good.

I'm enjoying being stopped to venture into the many menus displayed on the digital display. Everything is there: the trips, gear, outdoor temperature, the level of heated grips, tire pressure, the ESA mode is activated and the level of comfort ... At BMW, the standard display is significant, as it is readable and easy to use. Also, stalks fall perfectly under the fingers. In a split second, the rider tends to become a true geek!





It is also the judgment that I focus mode to adjust the ESA, or at least the charge given to the shock. Indeed, it is only the judgment that can be configured to load the motorcycle one or both and equipped with luggage or not. Once this step is to select the driving mode: Rain, Road, Dynamic, Enduro and Enduro Pro. Each mode to its own characteristics differing from other modes. For the grip, I switch on the Road mode and accept the setting of the "normal" suspension (default). The calibration of the suspension can be change while driving. Practice, when you realize that the road deteriorates, for example.

The moment you press the starter came. The boxer snorts and vibrates the tubular frame in its entire length. The sound of the band is not idle most flattering, the boxer kept the tone similar to that of a sewing machine. However, any rotation of the throttle distills a typical sound of a twin. A hot, it backfires, even! Knowing that the exhaust is original, we can only congratulate the motor engineers responsible for the development of "silent". I spend the first report. The stroke of the lever is short and commitment is honest and accurate. The hydraulic clutch actuation is very light and constant hardness. The throttle responds perfectly to my impulses. I clearly distinguishes this unique feeling felt on a BMW. I never found such feelings among the competition.





The low-speed maneuvers are easy. The wide handlebars, the large radius of the circle and the weight concentrated at the lower vehicle easy maneuvering and benefit balance of the bike. By cons, small jigs (less than 175cm) will not necessarily be at ease with the height of the original saddle. With a little practice and proper technique look, maneuvers are intuitive and comfortable. It is important to note that the ride height rises when the ESA is set to duet...

Then, taste is taken!

I continue to reports, one by one. The flexibility of the engine and its ability to roll out low revs surprise. It seems to ignore the weight of the machine and its crew. As a twin, but it will take some vibration when reminders hairy below 2'500tr / min. Without steam, it continues to pull up to the red zone in a high linearity. In view of the small power (125cv to 7'700tr / min), the feeling of performance is very satisfactory and even surprising! Well distributed over all speed ranges torque is probably not there for nothing.





For a motorcycle having a vocation "touring" and "adventure", I'm surprised the fire of the engine. In Road and Dynamic mode, it responds instantly and force the throttle. The times are thundering and mounted vigorous diet!

In addition, the soundscape is not standing still and flatters the eardrums. At constant speed, the engine and exhaust are discreet. By cons, during muscular acceleration, the boxer is heard in the sound of trumpet frankly sport. Akrapovič has recently developed an escape and a specific mapping, I do not imagine the vocals to Slovenian (link to article)!

Side fuel consumption, the boxer, over generations, is less greedy. The previous version of air-cooled and oil showed an average of 5 liters per 100 kilometers. With this latest release air-cooled and water, GS falls below 5 liters with a calculated average of 4.8 liters per 100 kilometers. For 1200cm3, one can only congratulate this achievement. Obviously, very sporty, count on an average of 5.2 liters.





As for the chassis, there is to say and nothing to complain about! The new EVO Paralever and Telever really do miracles. GS as the cruise guided on a rail. Undaunted, it gives confidence in any situation. In dry weather, rain and even the white roads, the GS is comfortable and transmits that feeling of tranquility to its driver. Similarly, pilot error beginner, slow ahead on the corner for example, are forgiven without flinching. GS adopts a neutral behavior and gum all road imperfections while maintaining the extreme precision of its chassis.

I mentioned the brake, let's talk! As usual at BMW, braking distills a perfect feeling. Between attack and progressive smooth power, I particularly appreciate. Coupled with the accuracy of the train before the attack brakes in virolets is a real pleasure. But not only! In casual driving, the crew took the progressive braking and braking phenomenon "flat".

The different modes of ESA predestined each driving conditions vocation. Some pulses on the stalk for the settings of the ESA, you turn the GS effective adventurer or a formidable sports trail. ESA interacts directly on the electronic engine management, throttle control, traction control, ABS, and especially on the suspension settings. The electronic management of the suspension, now semi-active, gives wings to the GS.





Of driving dynamics, I appreciate the lightness and responsiveness of the front axle. Precision and force are at the rendezvous. The EVO Paralever and Telever offers a plate of perfectly horizontal bike. Acceleration as braking, the bike remains stable. Duo as sporty, this is more than respectable.

The new dimensions of the air rises Metzeler allow beautiful Arsouilles. I will note, however, that the traction control is often hard to do, even in the dry. However, fear not, the electronics of the GS handles the situation brilliantly as wet on dry asphalt. Off-road, the priority is to put on dry soils (white roads, land, ...) on wet ground, I will not give expensive bodywork of your mount. The Tourance Next are real soaps in all-terrain "wet".





In terms of ergonomics and comfort, the GS has established itself as a benchmark in the segment. The seat offers a good compromise between hardness and comfort. The passenger as the pilot endure long journeys without having to suffer pain. The narrowness of the rider seat allows shorter riders to have feet on the ground without shearing the crotch.
With astonishment, the little wind deflector protects against the elements and against the wind without creating turbulence. During wet weather, the tank, although very fine hunting droppings water to the sides without plastering my thighs. For cons, I can not say the same for the back of the thighs ... covered with dirt after a few kilometers of driving in the rain. Passenger suffers the same inconvenience.





LED lighting of the new GS comes as a real element of comfort. Very white and on several tens of meters, face night driving is a formality. We knew the Xenon, which offered a vision similar to that of day LED, it reflects the reality of colors and shades. I regret that BMW did not think the adaptive cornering lights, like xenon projector great road sister K1600GT (L). The weight of the mechanism be involved?

Conclusion

With the new GS, BMW finally drove the nail and silenced the competition. GS 2013 is an effective road and adventurous, comfortable and sporty. Versatile, it stands as a good multifaceted motorcycle to do everything.





You just have to contact your bank to equip dignity. Yet displayed original CHF 16'450 -., The trial version still exceeds the CHF 20'000. -. To these, add another luggage storage (approx. CHF 1'500 -.), GPS (approx. CHF 500 -.) And some options "gadget"! BMW offers the perfect price ... of perfection.

So tempted?




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-Versatility
- Ergonomics and comfort
- autonomy

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- controversial Design
- Efficient engine, but very expressive
- Price to match equipment



Technical data

vehicle

brand: BMW
model: R1200 GS
year: 2013
Category: road

engine

Type: Boxer-twin 4-stroke, drive camshafts head helical cylindrical gears
Capacity: 1170 cm3
cooling: Cooling air / liquid
supply: Digital phased sequential electronic fuel injection: BMS-X began with E-Gas

performance

Max. : 125 hp at 7,750 rev / min
Max. : 125 Nm at 6,500 r / min

transmission

final: cardan
box: 6-speed control dogs, helical gears
clutch: Clutch in oil bath with the "anti-hopping" function, assist

Cycle Parts

chassis: Concept of two-part frame (front and back) with engine-integrated gearbox to the supporting structure
Front suspension: BMW Motorrad Telelever, stanchion diameter 37mm, combined central strut
Race Front: 190 mm
Rear suspension: aluminum swingarm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD shock absorber damping to the servo travel, preload adjustable continuously by hydraulic cylinder and wheel swingarm, adjustable rebound
Travel Rear: 200 mm
Front tire: 120/70 R 19
Rear tire: 170/60 R 17

braking

ABS: Yes
Combined braking: Yes (Dual CBS)
Front brake: Brake Double floating disc (Ø 305 mm), four piston fixed caliper
Rear brake: Single disc (Ø 276 mm), double-piston floating caliper

dimensions

length: 2'207 mm
Wheelbase: 1'507 mm
Width: 953 mm
Seat height: 850-870 mm
Low seat: 820 mm, lowered suspension: 790 mm
Total weight: 238 kg
tank: 20 liters

available colors

- Racing Red
- Alpine White
- Blue Fire
- Thunder Grey Metallic

Catalogue

Price: CHF 16'450. -
Model testing: CHF 20'170 -.


πηγή: acidmoto.ch/cms/content/essai/2013/05/21/bmw-r1200-gs-2013-suprematie-bavaroise?page=0,0
μετάφραση από google translate

Είναι αυτό που λένε : Το πήρες ? Το παντρεύτηκες !

Anastasios έγραψε:
Γιατί δεν φεύγει; η είναι τόσο καλή που δεν τη πουλάς; συγχώραμαι, ρωτώ γιατί είμαι άσχετος. Βέβαια δεν πρόκειται να την πάρω, ακαδημαϊκή η ερώτηση.

Socrates έγραψε:
Είναι πολλοί οι παράγοντες Σωκράτη που συντελούν σε αυτόν τον φαύλο-κύκλο μηχανών αυτής της κατηγορίας , με 1ον για μένα και βασικότερο αυτόν της τιμής αγοράς . Δες σε επίσημα περιοδικά το κόστος αγοράς & μεταπώλησης όπως ορίζεται σαν μεταχειρισμένη & πραγματικά είναι να κλαις τα λεφτά σου

Anastasios έγραψε:
Κατάλαβα επακριβώς τι εννοούσες. Ρωτάω για να μαθαίνω, θαθελα πολύ να μπορούσα να καβαλήσω μια τέτοια μηχανή γιατί μου αρέσει, αλλά μου είναι αδύνατο. Σ'ευχαριστώ για τη διευκρίνηση.

Για την συγκεκριμενη μηχανη Τασο θα διαφωνησω. ειναι ισως η μοναδικη μηχανη αυτης της κατηγοριας η οποια εχει πολυ μεγαλη αξια μεταπωλησης και ισα ισα χανει ελαχιστα. αν δεις τιμη αγορας και τιμη πωλησης μετα απο 3-4 χρονια εχει πολυ μικρο ''χασιμο'' σε συγκριση με αλλα μηχανακια. οπως και τα tmax εχουν μεγαλη αξια μεταπωλησης ετσι και αυτα. Τα GS εχουν φανατικο κοινο(κατι σαν τα tmax)και πολυ συνειδητοποιημένο στο τι αγοραζουν. φυσικα εχουν και την οικονομικη ανεση να το συντηρουν (δεν εχει καθολου φθηνα σερβις και ανταλλακτικα οπως και το tmax φυσικα). αναφερομαι στη συγκεκριμνεη μηχανη και οχι γενικα στην αγορα μεταχειρισμενης μηχανης.

gyiama έγραψε:
φουτζιγιάμα...σωστός!

είναι μια κατηγορία μόνη της η συγκεκριμένη μηχανή! (όπως και το ΤΜΑΧ δλδ)

Με αφορμή το χθεσινή κουβέντα, συμπτωματικά βρήκα κάποιον που είχε παρκάρει -εκεί στη δουλειά μου- στο αεροδρόμιο μια τέτοια και τον έπιασα κουβέντα προς επιβεβαίωση των όσων κατάλαβα.. Η μηχανη που είχε ήταν λίγο παλιά και την είχε πάρει δεύτερο χέρι. Μηχανη αξίας περίπου 20000€ αρχική αγορά, μου ειπε πως τώρα το προηγούμενο μοντέλο, το βρίσκεις 7000 εώς 9000€. Κατάλαβα λοιπόν οτι πρέπει να χάνει πολύ της αρχικής αξίας της εναντιθέση με το tmax που κρατιέται ακόμα σε υψηλά επίπεδα η τιμή μεταπώλησης του. Αυτή ήταν η πρώτη γνώμη, την άλλη φορά γιατι φέρνουν πολλοί τέτοιες μηχανές εκεί, ειτε υπαλληλοι, ειτε ταξιδευοντες θα ρωτήσω κι άλλον και θα σας πω. Θα είμαι και πιο λεπτομερής(χρονολογία). Ετσι κουβέντα να γίνεται ..

στα 7000-9000 βρίσκεις μοντέλα '05 - '07, τα οποία είχαν αρχική τιμή κοντά στα 15.000-16.000

η μεταπωλητική πτώση της αξίας της, είναι ανάλογη του ΤΜΑΧ....μοντέλο '07 σήμερα το παίρνεις με 4.500-5.000 όταν καινούριο έκανε 11.000.....

River έγραψε:
Επρεπε να ρωτήσω τι μοντέλο ήταν το δικό του, τιμή μου είπε πόσο το πήρε αλλά χωρίς να πω το μοντέλο δεν έχει αξία, πάντως Γιώργο από την κουβέντα ακριβώς γιατι τον ρώτησα επι λέξη, ´´αν το παντρεύεται κάποιος που το αγοράζεί´´ συμφώνησε και μου εξήγησε την περίπτωση του, που το αγόρασε χαμηλά σε σχέση με την αρχική τιμή που είχε βέβαια το καινούργιο την εποχή που το πήρε.

το "παντρεύεσαι" για μένα έχει την έννοια του ότι δεν μπορείς να το πουλήσεις με τίποτα και για να το διώξεις τελικά, το σκοτώνεις!

το συγκεκριμένο μοντέλο δεν έχει τέτοιο θέμα....απλά λόγω των εποχών είναι φυσικό να χάνει αρκετή αξία ως μεταχειρισμένο...

River έγραψε:
Μόνο ´´αρκετή αξία ´´, εγώ θα έλεγα μια περιουσία χάνεις... Αυτή η μηχανή είναι μόνο για όσους έχουν και έχουν πολλά, ή βγάζουν πολλά σε μηνιαία βάση. Έχω δει κάτι πιλότους που έχουν τέτοια μηχανη θα τους ρωτήσω συγκεκριμένα πράγματα και θα επανέλθω.. Είναι θέμα για διατριβή... Ναχαμε να γράφουμε μπάς και πάρουμε κανένα αστέρι παραπάνω, ανθυπολοχαγός θα πεθάνω.. ;

χάνεις μια περιουσία όπως λες, γιατί εξ' αρχής κοστίζει μια περιουσία αυτή η μηχανή...

όσο για τους "πιλότους" που λες, δυστυχώς το συγκεκριμένο μοντέλο έχει πάρα πολλούς καραψωνισμένους κατόχους οι οποίοι σε κοιτάν αφ υψηλού ενώ το έχουν πάρει μόνο για να πηγαίνουν για καφέ!! και είναι πραγματικά κρίμα, γιατί έχει ασύλληπτα πολλές δυνατότητες αυτή η μηχανή....

River έγραψε:
Αυτές τις ξέρεις εσύ, εγώ είμαι άσχετος με τις δυνατότητες. Εγώ ξέρω τους άλλους που λες.... Πως τους είπες; Καραψωνισμένους; πολύ μου άρεσε.

Δεν χρειάζεται να ρωτήσεις 100 άτομα για να βγάλεις συμπέρασμα. Μπεσ στο car και δες τιμη πώλησης χρονολογία και χλμ. Υπολόγιζε τιμή αγοράς 14000 εκτός απ τα μοντέλα adventure εκεί υπολόγιζε 17000