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Motorcycle specifications BMWR 1150 GS 2003 A big, superbly roadworthy trail

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A descendant of the R 1100 GS, with its recognized qualities (but more discreet career), the 1150 is a vintage model that surprisingly improves on everything that could be improved. Its new face may shock or disturb, but it doesn't go unnoticed, especially with its duckbill and biscornu look. The Boxer also gets a facelift, with extra cm3, the cylinders from the R 1200 C, and the linkage and gearbox from the R 1100 S. With this new transmission, the GS gains a 6th gear. A plus for fuel consumption, as it acts as an overdrive. An ingenious refinement from the Bavarian manufacturer, the saddle can be adjusted in height, allowing the greatest number of people to put their feet on the ground. What's most impressive about this big trail bike is how easy it is to handle. Very smooth, the powerful twin is available over a wide rpm range. Like all BM flats, its behavior is somewhat disconcerting for the novice. Fortunately, the reversing torque is not very noticeable, adding to the charm of this engine.

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another excellent feature of this trail-roader is its chassis. Very well balanced, it lets you forget the weight of the GS and combines dynamic assets. The Telelever keeps braking dive to a minimum, while preserving comfort. The rear monobracket housing the cardan shaft is ideally designed: it erases the shortcomings typical of this type of transmission, preserving only its qualities. In use, the 1150 offers excellent roadholding, a pleasant gearbox, high-performance braking that can be reinforced by ABS, and more than adequate protection. However, a larger windscreen would be appreciated for very GT use. The passenger will be at ease, comfortably seated. The list of options is long and interesting, but quickly inflates the already substantial price tag. But the R 1150 GS is one hell of a bike, and a credit to the brand with the propeller.

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Key facts BMW R 1150 GS (2003) : What you need to know before you buy

Highlights

  • Versatility
  • Healthy, easy part-cycle
  • Engine comfort
  • Gearbox

Weak points

  • Protection
  • Price

Prices

Basic version
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12,150€

Bikers' reviews

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Performance

History

Evolution : from 1999 to 2013
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Specifications BMW R 1150 GS 2003

Chassis
Frame : cast aluminium front frame, steel rear frame
Fuel capacity : 22 liters (5.81 US gallons)
seat height adjustable between 840 mm and 860 mm
Length : 2,189 mm (86.18 in)
Width : 980 mm (38.58 in)
Min height : 1,366 mm (53.78 in)
Wheelbase : 1,509 mm (59.41 in)
Dry weight : 228 kg (503 lb)
Weight when fully loaded : 249 kg (549 lb)
Front axle
Fourche Telelever, Wheel travel : 190 mm (7.48 in)
Braking 2 discs Ø 305 mm (12.01 in), 4-piston caliper
Front tire : 110 / 80 - 19 → Order this type of tire
Pressure : 2.2 bar
Transmission
6 stage gearbox
Secondary cardan shaft
Rear axle
Paralever monoshock and monoboom, Wheel travel : 200 mm (7.87 in)
Braking 1 disc Ø 275 mm (10.83 in), 2-piston caliper
Rear tire : 150 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire
Pressure : 2.5 bar
Motor
two-cylinder flat , 4 strokes
Injection
Cooling system : combined air / oil
1 ACT per cylinder
4 valves per cylinder
1,130 cc
85 ch (83.80 hp) to 6,800 rpm
10 mkg to 5,300 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio : 2.72 kg/ch
Weight / torque ratio : 22.8 kg/mkg
Compression : 10.3 : 1
Standard equipment
Brake assist : ABS optional
Practical information
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Acceleration

BMW R 1150 GS 2003 Undisclosed
Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2003 Undisclosed
Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2003 Undisclosed
Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2003 Undisclosed
Ducati 1000 ds MULTISTRADA 2003 : 4.5 s

Fuel consumption

BMW R 1150 GS 2003 : 5 liters/100km (0.47 mpg)
Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2003 Undisclosed
Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2003 : 7.80 liters/100km (0.30 mpg)
Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2003 : 6.20 liters/100km (0.38 mpg)
Ducati 1000 ds MULTISTRADA 2003 : 6 liters/100km (0.39 mpg)

Range

BMW R 1150 GS 2003 : 440 km (273 miles)
Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2003 Undisclosed
Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2003 : 282 km (175 miles)
Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2003 : 403 km (250 miles)
Ducati 1000 ds MULTISTRADA 2003 : 333 km (207 miles)

Torque

BMW R 1150 GS 2003 : 10 mkg
Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2003 : 9.9 mkg
Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2003 : 10.3 mkg
Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2003 : 9.8 mkg
Ducati 1000 ds MULTISTRADA 2003 : 8.5 mkg

Power

BMW R 1150 GS 2003 : 85 ch (83.80 hp)
Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2003 : 95 ch (93.70 hp)
Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2003 : 98 ch (96.60 hp)
Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2003 : 98 ch (96.60 hp)
Ducati 1000 ds MULTISTRADA 2003 : 84 ch (82.80 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

BMW R 1150 GS 2003 : 2.72 kg/ch
Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2003 : 2.51 kg/ch
Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2003 : 2.14 kg/ch
Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2003 : 2.23 kg/ch
Ducati 1000 ds MULTISTRADA 2003 : 2.42 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

BMW R 1150 GS 2003 : 22.8 kg/mkg
Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2003 : 23.74 kg/mkg
Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2003 : 20.1 kg/mkg
Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2003 : 21.94 kg/mkg
Ducati 1000 ds MULTISTRADA 2003 : 23.53 kg/mkg

Speed

BMW R 1150 GS 2003 : approximately 195 km/h (121.20 mph)
Honda VARADERO XL 1000 V 2003 : 200 km/h (124.30 mph)
Suzuki DL 1000 V-STROM 2003 : over 200 km/h (124.30 mph)
Aprilia CAPONORD 1000 ETV 2003 : approximately 220 km/h (136.70 mph)
Ducati 1000 ds MULTISTRADA 2003 : approximately 215 km/h (133.60 mph)
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Bikers' reviews Leave a review - 19 reviews

French GUIRO Model 2000
I have 2 of them, from 2002, a classic and an adv, 55000 and 38000 There's not much to say, easy to maintain, ABS for this one to live long, purge the circuit every year. The adv is comfortable in long distance, protects well, the 1st is shorter than the classic.
Reliable motorcycle, only one fault: the coil wires can come out of the coil when vibrated, causing chattering. Otherwise, the rear shock absorber tires before 40000 has to be changed. Very reasonable fuel consumption despite dynamic driving, oil consumption also at 0.5L/1000 km on the 2.
This bike is honest in terms of performance, very well finished, ages very well and doesn't look ridiculous compared to its 1200, 1250 and 1300 successors. Great bike, I'll never sell the classic that I rebuilt as a white Dakar in 1980... bon route I'm selling the adv to upgrade to a 1200 DOHC, apparently the best bmw air/oil engine. Rating : 4/5
French Filip Model 1999
Super bike! 17 years of loyal service, whatever the detractors say. She's got nothing left to prove. Number one ... Rating : 5/5
French Norb Model 2000
I sold my 1200 GS-LC from 2017, very (too) fast but impersonal, and with the money I raised I bought an 1150 GS abs from 2001, a 1000 RS from 1979, and an 80 GS from 1994 ... I use the 1150 for long weekend trips and vacations. It does the job like a charm, and maybe with it I'll keep my license :) . I ride with the friend to whom I sold the LC, ok he drops me off when we get carried away, but otherwise on the freeway or in the mountains, we keep the same pace without getting tired.... No, nothing at all, no, I have no regrets .. Rating : 5/5
Depuis 2000
French Kiki Model 2000
My R 1150 GS is now 21 years old and... I don't know what I could take instead!
Being 183 cm tall, I lowered the footrests using a piece of aluminum made by a friend, and replaced the original shocks with EMCs, which are much more comfortable, especially at the rear. I've also fitted an Adventure bubble, which provides much better protection. I don't have ABS, which I don't regret. Easy to maintain, perfect on the chassis, I only envy the gearbox on the new models. I changed the original Michelin tires, which didn't fit, and then put on Bridgestone BT 20 Battlax tires, which fit like a glove. I tested the Dunlop Roadmax (I think), but they weren't great either, and today I'm really delighted (precision, steering edge, agility, wet handling...) with the Bridgestone T31s (I may try the T32s if my buddies confirm), which fit her perfectly (100% road) and are a clear step up from the BT20s. It consumes a little oil (normal) and, when cold, the alternator belt can squeak a little. The only drawback is that, in town (which it doesn't appreciate) at a constant speed of around 2,500/3,000 rpm, the engine lacks linearity, imposing, not jerks, but a permanent fluctuation in power delivery. I've tried all the spark plugs. New is better, but you're back to the same problem pretty quickly. Now you know everything. Have a good trip! Rating : 4/5
French Model 2003
Great bike! Love it! Bought used in 2007, I've now reached 150,000 km and I'm parting with it for a 2012 GS 1200. I hope it will satisfy me as much as my old friend Rating : 5/5
French Philou01 Model 2001
Purchased in 2014 very happy with this bike ABS a little temperamental from time to time I just changed for a 1200 GS 2009 disappointed by the finish bolts that rust Rating : 4/5
erreur de symbole
French Marcus230 Model 1999
"But the R 1150 GS is a hell of a bike, and a credit to the star brand"

No, it's not the brand with the star (which is for Mercedes) but the brand with the propeller, which is the symbol of BMW! A propeller that recalls the brand's first products in 1913: aircraft engines! Rating : 5/5
French Frantz
And still not.
It's clear, though, that right from the start of BMW, after the merger between Bayerische Flugzeugwerke and Rapp Motorenwerke, the communication on the logo has been the Bavarian flag set in a black circle, in reference to the Rapp logo
So blue and white have nothing to do with aircraft engine manufacturing.

The airplane propeller comes from a much later advertisement. Rating : 5/5
le bon compromis
French Model 2003
It's done, I'm riding a GS, not a 1200GSA (unaffordable second-hand) but a 2003 1150 with 48,000 km. Why this choice? two reasons: a serious back problem and my driving licence points. I've just got out of sports bikes, the latest being a 1300K BMW.The GS has a restful position, a smooth, relatively torquey engine, a very good range (nearly 400kms) and exemplary roadholding, alone or in a duo. But the big flaw is the "seat", a real piece of wood that needs to be redone as a matter of urgency if you want to ride for a long time.
And don't be fooled by the fact that it's so steep, it looks like hell.
So don't hesitate, it's a great compromise. Rating : 4/5
French Model 2003
Coming from a 1000 fazer 2004, I did not take pleasure with this motor bike resold after 1 month and 1000km. I did not like the vibrations too present, the weight too high, the overdrive (6th) usable only on freeway and the lack of sensations.the position is pleasant, the protection honest without more.trés good autonomy d\'environ 400km, gauge failing taken in guarantee by bmw occasion.le price of the repairs and maintenances with bmw are very expensive in spite of a service of quality.bonne route à tous Rating : 3/5
Metzeler Tourance sur BMW R 1150 GS ?
French serguei Model 2000
hi everyone, I have just bought a trail GS, an old 1150gs from 2000 with 40,000kms on the bike the previous owner has fitted Metzeler Tourance.can anyone tell me what they are worth taking into account that I do not do off-road.thank you in advance
 Rating : 4/5
French serguei Model 1999
i've just bought a 2001 r1150gs with only 39,000kms on the clock. I hesitated because I was a bit intimidated by the beast, but I took the plunge and I'm very happy with it. It's got exemplary handling both on the road and in the bends, and I was pleasantly surprised by this bike, which weighs a full 250kg with luggage, and knows how to make you forget about it.But let's face it, it's better to be tall (I'm 1.86m and 86kgs), because it can't be easy for shorter people to straddle it and handle it at a standstill. In short, pure happiness. Bonne route à tous les mordus.un pépé de 66 ans Rating : 5/5
bruit métallique sur BMW R 1150 GS
French Model 2003
bjr to all, when I drive with each jolt my bmw makes a particular noise that I could compare to metal banging against a plate
Since I'm far from being a mechanic, when I put it on the center stand and I test the suspension and so on, nothing moves
Someone might be able to point me in the right direction if they've ever had this kind of problem Rating : 5/5
r1150gs / tiger955
French philippe03 Model 1999
looking for one of these 2 bikes ,,, test rode the 1150gs this weekend ,,, it's true = easy to handle , good weight distribution , good protection ,,,,, but then the engine ,,,oopsss , saucepan noise ,,,only the 3,4,5 are usable , and still ,,, in the laps ,,, no sin ,,,the bike had 38 mkms and from 2003 ,,,, nothing to see with the tiger 955 from 2004 ,,,,,
anyone else tried these 2 machines ?????? Rating : 3/5
question=
French Model 2003
you are the only ones to put a weight of 228 kgs dry ,,, and 249 fully done ,,, while all the other sites put 249 k dry ,,,,,,
whose mistake ??? Rating : 3/5
French
At BMW Motorrad, there are two concepts of weight

- Kerb weight, where the motorcycle carries 90% of its fuel and all the fluids required for its operation (engine oil, fork oil, battery acid, etc.). The notion 'unladen' indicates that no load is taken into account (rider, stuff in the glove compartment or suitcases)
- The dry weight is that of the motorcycle without gasoline and other intestinal fluids.

The official BMW press release and the R 1150 GS sales brochures mention the same figures as we do. Who's right? All those who indicate 249 kilos with the bike ready to roll when the ignition key is turned. Rating : 4/5
French Model 2003
Excellent motorcycle.can do everything,alone or in pairs,at 20 km/h or 180.very reasonable fuel consumption,top chassis.to date over 160000 km and ras.clutch changed at 150000.it's not for sale! Rating : 5/5
French Model 2003
don't take the brake... "electric Rating : 4/5
French Model 2003
I ride very sporadically, but it responds to every request in 1/4 turns!
From the 125 Yam to the 1200 VMax, I've ridden a lot of brands and different displacements....
But the GS 1150... I'm keeping....Since it's my best compromise! Rating : 5/5
French Model 2003
It's done, I bought a gs after reflexions because of my size (1m69) and yes! and it's only happiness I think no I'm sure you can't do better try it is to adopt it.it's crazy the only hicc the ground clearance otherwise it's the foot Rating : 5/5
French Model 2003
I bought my BMW in June 2004. Since then, I've driven it 16,000 kms. Nothing but happiness. If you're looking for a safe motorcycle to enjoy solo or as a duo, don't hesitate. However, I would recommend this bike to those who want to ride in peace and quiet, not that you can't accelerate on it, but it's not a GSXR !!!!, so to each rider his own bike. Rating : 5/5
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the R 1150 GS 2003

What is the power of the R 1150 GS 2003?
The R 1150 GS 2003 develops a power of 85 ch (83.80 hp)
What is the torque of the R 1150 GS 2003?
The maximum torque of the R 1150 GS 2003 is 10 mkg to 5,300 rpm.
What is the maximum speed of the R 1150 GS 2003?
The R 1150 GS 2003 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 195 km/h (121.20 mph) on the track.
What is the weight of the R 1150 GS 2003?
The R 1150 GS 2003 has a a dry weight of 228 kg (503 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 249 kg (549 lb).
What is the fuel consumption of the R 1150 GS 2003?
Average fuel consumption is estimated at 5 l/100km (0.47 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
QWhat is the seat height of the R 1150 GS 2003?
To ensure good accessibility, the R 1150 GS 2003 offers a minimum seat height of 840 mm (33.07 in). The integrated adjustment allows you to adjust the riding position to suit your needs.
What is the price of the R 1150 GS 2003?
The price of the R 1150 GS 2003 is 12,150€ in France

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