Always fun to look at an unusual BMW model from more than a decade ago, seemingly undamaged, super clean – and then power up the dash to see the odometer… 33K miles ! Today’s R1200S from a Philly suburb, is hiding out in black with black trim.
2007 BMW R1200S for sale on eBay
The R1200S was a clean sheet re-design, and the 122 hp played a lot better with its 467 lbs. than the previous R1100S. Telelever front end reduces dive under braking, and Paralever rear lessens the tendency of the rear to rise when accelerating. Brakes are 320mm, without the servo assist but with optional ABS. Each side of the fairing are one piece from nose to tank, and the seat console is one long piece from sidecover back.
The original owner plunked down well over the $14K list for this well-optioned S, with ABS, Öhlins, grip heat and 6-inch rear wheel all coming from the factory. Akrapovic exhaust is a nice addition, possibly installed right at the dealer. Miles are only mid-life for a Beemer, and no indication that either of the hex-head guards has ever been used. Gotta like an owner with a nice rug under the bike. Notes from the eBay auction –
33K miles in near pristine condition. It has ABS, BMW expandable luggage, heated grips, and a Centech fuse box. Performance upgrades are the factory optional Ohlins suspension, 6” wide rear wheel and full Akrapovic titanium exhaust system.
The R1200S had a two year run (2006-07) and with very low production numbers is already a niche classic. It was the most powerful BMW twin to date with 122hp and over 80 ft. lbs. torque at the crankshaft. Weight was 29 lbs. less than the previous R1100S largely due to the new trellis style frame.
The 30K service was done and I have service records going back to 2010. It has a current PA safety inspection sticker, brand new front brake pads and the tires are approx. 80%.
BMW seems to have worked on some niches in the oughties, and beside the R1200S, there were K1200S and K1200R Sport, HP2 Megamoto and G650X Challenge models available. None were long-lived and all numbered in just the hundreds, but certainly charged up the fan base. The R1200S had the top line BMW’s twin power spreadsheet for a few years, until the HP2 Sport came along. This auction has recently opened, and there is a reserve. Looks worthy of a bid though !
-donn
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