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BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

True two-wheeled adventurers know that when it comes to epic riding that crosses continents, there’s only one choice: the unstoppable, all-conquering R 1200 GS Adventure. And for 2008, the world’s most rugged adventure tourer features enhancements that make it even more adept at reaching the unreachable. A five-percent increase in horsepower kicks its engine output to 105 horsepower. Combined with a taller windshield, adjustable seat, extra wide foot pegs and optional ABS, and even the longest days in the saddle are a breeze. An 8.7 fuel tank gives the R 1200 GS Adventure the ability to cover immense areas of territory. And with Enduro ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment) you can customize both front and rear suspension settings for better ground clearance or sport riding conditions with the flick of a switch. No wonder it was Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman’s choice for their trans-Africa odyssey in the upcoming ‘The Long Way Down’ and their epic journey from London to New York. Request more information.

Engine 4-stroke, boxer Final Drive Shaft
Displacement 1,170 cc Weight 492 lbs
Fuel System EFI Seat Height 35.2 in
Cooling Air/oil MSRP
$16,750
Transmission 6-speed Our Price Inquire
BMW R 1200 GS

Twisties? Touring? Gravel roads? It hardly matters because to the R 1200 GS, the most versatile machine in the 2008 GS lineup. This year, a five-percent increase in power raises its output to 105 ponies for even quicker acceleration. Handling is agile and precise thanks to a Telelever suspension system, and with Enduro ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment) you can adjust both front and rear suspensions between sport, normal, comfort, and off-road settings. The 2008 R 1200 GS also gets a few sporty new features that make it even more eye-catching, including stainless steel knee covers on each side of the gas tank, dynamic cylinder covers, as well as an ergonomic aluminum handlebar and a more comfortable seat. The result? A bike that thrashes every road you throw at it and begs for more. Request more information.

Engine 4-stroke, boxer Final Drive Shaft
Displacement 1,170 cc Weight 448 lbs
Fuel System EFI Seat Height 33.5 in
Cooling Air/oil MSRP
$14,750
Transmission 6-speed Our Price Inquire
BMW F 800 GS

This fall, the legendary GS gets even more legendary with the incredible new F 800 GS. It’s lean. It’s mean. It’s ready to tackle everything from dual sport rides in the woods or desert to long-haul adventure touring. With a lightweight design and eye-opening power, The F 800 GS is the most off-road oriented GS ever built. A parallel twin engine with 85 charging horses and 62 foot-pounds of torque give it startling speed and breathtaking acceleration. Throw in a dry weight of just 392 pounds, six-speed gear box, switchable ABS, wide foot rests and a 4.2 gallon tank located under the seat for a low center of gravity, and you get an enduro light enough for amazing handling no matter where you’re headed. If you want all the capabilities of the GS in a lighter, tighter, totally aggressive package, the destined-to-be-a-classic F 800 GS is your ride. Request more information.

Engine 4-stroke, 2-cylinder Final Drive Chain
Displacement 798 cc Weight 392 lbs
Fuel System EFI Seat Height 34.6 in
Cooling Liquid MSRP
$11,395
Transmission 6 speed Our Price Inquire
BMW F 650 GS

Updated in, the 2009 F 650 GS offers more power and more thrills per mile than ever before in the form of a 71 horsepower, torque-filled, twin cylinder engine. From touring, to off-road exploring, to sporty handling on the tarmac, this middleweight machine, based on the much anticipated F 800 GS, does anything and everything the ambitious motorcyclist could ever want. With a rigid steel tube trellis frame, it’s sturdy. With a double-sided swing arm and chain drive, it’s reliable. And with a low seat height and narrow design, it’s ideal for darting through trees or traffic. Cast aluminum wheels and telescopic forks keep the ride smooth and precise at all times. Throw in disengageable ABS and even Tire Pressure Monitoring as options, and you get a road-hungry, enduro-styled motorcycle that can tackle anything in its path and beg for more. Request more information.

Engine 4-stroke, single-cylinder Final Drive Chain
Displacement 652 cc Weight 377 lbs
Fuel System EFI Seat Height 32.3 in
Cooling Liquid MSRP
$9,195
Transmission 6 speed Our Price Inquire
BMW G 650 GS

The most popular dual purpose single in the 250+ cubic centimeters category, the G 650 GS has become the standard upon which single-cylinder dual purpose motorcycles are judged. Aggressively engineered for unrelenting performance in harsh environments, the G 650 GS was designed to take riders off-road and on to new frontiers. G 650 GS features a 2 SPARK ignition system, a three-position clutch lever, newly designed windscreen, accessory power socket, and improved on-board electronics. Request more information.

Engine 4-stroke, single-cylinder Final Drive Chain
Displacement 652 cc Weight 387 lbs
Fuel System EFI Seat Height 30.7 in
Cooling Liquid MSRP
$7,900
Transmission 5-speed Our Price Inquire
BMW G 450 X

What makes the G 450 X so unique? It’s the way it’s engineered. Quite simply, there is technology on this machine that is totally revolutionary. First off, the countershaft sprocket and swingarm are on the same pivot, which keeps chain tension uniform at all times for better power delivery. The clutch is smaller and mounted directly on the crankshaft which means less heat and stress on the plate. A feisty, fuel injected, easy-starting engine that’s mounted forward in a stainless steel, cradle-less frame puts serious, power to the ground, while an extra-long swingarm creates unstoppable traction. Add a gas tank under the seat for a lower center of gravity, no linkage Ohlin’s shock, and a forward-mounted airbox, and this is a 450 cubic centimeter thumper that stands alone as the most original machine to hit the dirt in years.   Request more information.

Engine 4-stroke, single-cylinder Final Drive Chain
Displacement 449 cc Weight 245 lbs
Fuel System EFI Seat Height 37.5 in
Cooling Liquid MSRP
$8,198
Transmission 5-speed Our Price Inquire