2021 BMW R 1250 GS - Edition 40 Years GS
Call for Price
Shopping ToolsTools to help you in your buying process.
Call for Price
Overview
Availability
Brochure
Year2021
MakeBMW
ModelR 1250 GS - Edition 40 Years GS
Product Features
Description
The R 1250 GS - "40 Years GS" edition
Proven performance, legendary design
The BMW GS is a pioneer, combining versatility and a unique riding experience for 40 years. We are celebrating this with the “40 Years GS" edition of the R 1250 GS. In the striking black and yellow look of the legendary R 100 GS, GS history comes alive. The unique design is combined in the R 1250 GS with modern features such as the extended riding modes Pro and the ShiftCam boxer engine. You benefit from excellent power and unlimited riding pleasure on any terrain. Whether on or off road, experience the #SpiritOfGS together.
Highlights
- Front with “40 years GS" sticker: The striking yellow “40 years GS" sticker on the front leaves no doubt about the origin of this bike.
- Hand guard in yellow as visual highlight: The hand protector in striking yellow protects your hands and operating elements from wind, weather, branches, and debris.
- Black and yellow Option 719 cylinder head cover: The high-quality black and yellow Option 719 cylinder head cover steers the focus onto the powerful boxer engine.
- Tank with “1250" lettering and “Option 719" logo: Make it clear what this bike's got: The expressive “1250" lettering in yellow and the “Option 719" logo make a strong statement.
- Seat in black-yellow: The comfortable seat of the GS comes in an expressive black-yellow design and helps ensure constant comfort on your trips.
- Robust shape with powerful Boxer engine: Makes a good impression: From the rider's perspective, the R 1250 GS looks both robust and elegant. The Option 719 cylinder head covers on the legendary boxer engine round off its striking appearance.
- Sporty windscreen in yellow: Give your GS a dynamic and unique look.
- Golden handlebars: The gold handlebars give your GS a noble finish and attract attention.
Engine
- Type: Air/liquid-cooled four stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft and variable engine timing system BMW ShiftCam.
- Bore x stroke: 102.5 mm x 76 mm
- Capacity: 1,254 cc
- Rated output: 136 HP at 7,750 rpm
- Max. torque: 105 lb-ft at 6,250 rpm
- Compression ratio: 12.5 : 1
- Fuel preparation: Electronic intake manifold injection
- Emission control: Regulated three-way catalytic converter, compliant with EU5 emission standard
Performance / Fuel Consumption
- Maximum speed: over 124 mph
- Fuel consumption: 49.5 mpg
- Fuel type: Premium Unleaded
Electrical System
- Alternator: Three-phase generator with 510 Watt nominal power
- Battery: 12 V / 11.8 Ah, maintenance-free
Power Transmission
- Clutch: Wet clutch with an anti-hopping function, hydraulic activation
- Gearbox: Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gear teeth
- Drive: Shaft drive
Chassis / Brakes
- Frame: Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine
- Front wheel location / suspension: BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 1.5" (37 mm), central spring strut
- Rear wheel location / suspension: Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable at handwheel
- Suspension travel, front / rear: 7.5" / 7.9" (190 mm / 200 mm)
- Wheelbase: 59.6" (1,514 mm)
- Castor: 4.0" (100.6 mm)
- Steering head angle: 64.3°
- Wheels: Cast aluminium wheels
- Rim, front: 3.00 x 19“
- Rim, rear: 4.50 x 17“
- Tyre, front: 120/70 R 19
- Tyre, rear: 170/60 R 17
- Brake, front: Dual disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 12.0" (305 mm), 4-piston radial calipers
- Brake, rear: Single disc brake, diameter 10.9" (276 mm), double-piston floating caliper
- ABS: BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (part-integral, slant-layer-optimized)
Dimensions / Weights
- Seat height: 33.5" / 33.3" (850 mm / 870 mm) (OE lowered suspension 31.5" / 32.3" - 800 mm / 820 mm)
- Inner leg curve: 1,870 mm / 1,910 mm (OE lowered suspension 1.750 mm / 1.790 mm)
- Usable tank volume: 5.2 gallons
- Reserve: Approx. 1.1 gallons
- Length (over mud guard): 86.9" (2,207 mm)
- Height (over windshield): 56.3" (1,430 mm)
- Wide (over hand guard): 37.5" (952.5 mm)
- Unladen weight, road ready, (fully fuelled 1): 549 lbs (249 kg)
- Permitted total weight: 1,025 lbs (465 kg)
- Payload (with standard equipment): 476 lbs (216 kg)
Standard Features
- TFT color display with connectivity
- Full-LED headlight
- DTC (Dynamic Traction Control)
- Integral ABS Pro (inclination-optimized ABS)
- 3 Ride Modes (ECO, Rain and Road)
- HSC (Hill Start Control)
- USB charging socket
NOTES:
Unladen Weight as defined in EU directive 93/93/EEC, filled with all operating fluids, fuelled to at least 90% of usable tank capacity.
Images of the motorcycle on this website may show equipment that is optional or only available in Europe.Engine
Engine Type | Four stroke flat twin engine |
Displacement | 1,254 cc |
Bore and Stroke | 102.5 mm x 76 mm |
Cooling | Air/Liquid |
Compression Ratio | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel System | Electronic intake manifold injection |
Transmission
Transmission | Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gear teeth |
Final Drive | Shaft drive |
Chassis
Front Suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 1.5 in. (37 mm), central spring strut |
Rear Suspension | Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable at handwheel |
Front Brakes | Dual disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 12.0 in. (305 mm), 4-piston radial calipers |
Rear Brakes | Single disc brake, diameter 10.9 in. (276 mm), double-piston floating caliper |
Dimensions
Wheelbase | 59.6 in. (1,514 mm) |
Seat Height | 33.5 in. / 33.3 in. (850 mm / 870 mm) |
Fuel Capacity | 5.2 gal. |
Shopping Tools
Request Quote by Phone

2021 BMW R 1250 GS - Edition 40 Years GS
(248) 402-4010
BMW Motorcycles of Detroit
1185 Rochester Rd |
Rochester Hills
MI
48307
United States
- Holiday Hours Open Close
- Christmas Eve (Closed Christmas Day): 9:00 am 2:00pm
- New Years Eve (Closed New Years Day): 9:00 am 4:00pm
- SHOWROOM Hours Open Close
- Tue - Fri: 9:00 am 6:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am 3:00 pm
- SERVICE Hours Open Close
- Tue - Fri: 9:00 am 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am 3:00 pm