BMW R 1250 GS
2021-2023 | adventure
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- Seat height
- 850-870 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1,514 mm
- Wet weight
- 249 kg
- Category
- adventure
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BMW
R 1250 GS
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Rider
Rider position
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Posture
Adjustments
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Ergonomics
Modeled band: Comfortable
Geometry verification: Partially verified
Data basis: Published specs · calibrated or reviewed rider contacts
Layout basis: Photo-calibrated
Rider contacts were calibrated for this motorcycle, but may remain unverified.
All contacts reached
Lowest modeled angle area: Knee.
Physical check: Sit on the exact motorcycle and compare seat, bar, peg, and ground-reach feel before deciding. This model does not predict comfort or control.
Data provenance
Where these numbers came from
Every populated geometry field records its source, verification state, and source link when available. These records feed both the simulator and the fit recommendation engine.
- Geometry status
- Partially verified
- Field records
- 19
- Recorded verified
- 5/19
- Linked sources
- 19/19
Six modeled contact coordinates
6/6 populated · 6/6 records · 1/6 recorded verified · 6/6 linked
Seat, grip, and peg X/Y coordinates drive the posture model. Specification seat height is a separate catalog value.
- Seat
- X 421 mm · Y 850 mm
2/2 records · 2/2 linked
1/2 recorded verified - Grips
- X 937 mm · Y 1,092 mm
2/2 records · 2/2 linked
0/2 recorded verified - Pegs
- X 487 mm · Y 288 mm
2/2 records · 2/2 linked
0/2 recorded verified
Check on the bike: At a test-sit, prioritize the seat, grips, and pegs positions; one or more of those modeled coordinates is not recorded as verified.
Wheelbase
Chassis
1,514 mm
Recorded verifiedBMW publishes a 1,514 mm wheelbase for the updated R 1250 GS generation.
Ground clearance
Chassis
200 mm
Provisional recordInitial calibrated seed value; not yet independently verified.
Seat contact X
Rider triangle
421 mm
Provisional recordInitial calibrated seed value; not yet independently verified.
Seat contact height
Rider triangle
850 mm
Recorded verifiedBMW publishes an adjustable 850/870 mm standard seat; the catalog uses the 850 mm low position.
Seat length
Rider triangle
260 mm
Provisional recordInitial calibrated seed value; not yet independently verified.
Handlebar X
Rider triangle
937 mm
Provisional recordInitial calibrated seed value; not yet independently verified.
Handlebar height
Rider triangle
1,092 mm
Provisional recordInitial calibrated seed value; not yet independently verified.
Handlebar width
Controls
920 mm
Provisional recordInitial calibrated seed value; not yet independently verified.
Foot peg X
Rider triangle
487 mm
Provisional recordInitial calibrated seed value; not yet independently verified.
Foot peg height
Rider triangle
288 mm
Provisional recordInitial calibrated seed value; not yet independently verified.
Passenger seat X
Passenger
85 mm
Provisional recordInitial calibrated seed value; not yet independently verified.
Passenger seat height
Passenger
1,007 mm
Provisional recordInitial calibrated seed value; not yet independently verified.
Passenger peg X
Passenger
205 mm
Provisional recordInitial calibrated seed value; not yet independently verified.
Passenger peg height
Passenger
444 mm
Provisional recordInitial calibrated seed value; not yet independently verified.
Seat height minimum
Adjustability
850 mm
Recorded verifiedBMW publishes an adjustable 850/870 mm standard seat.
Seat height maximum
Adjustability
870 mm
Recorded verifiedBMW publishes an adjustable 850/870 mm standard seat.
Wet weight
Physical
249 kg
Recorded verifiedBMW lists a 249 kg DIN vehicle kerb weight, ready for use.
Front tire outer diameter
Rendering
651 mm
Provisional recordInitial calibrated seed value; not yet independently verified.
Rear tire outer diameter
Rendering
636 mm
Provisional recordInitial calibrated seed value; not yet independently verified.
Bike-level reference: https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/attachment/T0317720EN/462175
Does the BMW R 1250 GS fit you?
The BMW R 1250 GS (2021–2023) lists a 850 mm seat height. In this simplified seat-height model, an inseam around 85 cm is a rough ground-reach reference, not a guarantee of flat-footing. Seat width, suspension sag, boots, mobility, load, and individual proportions can materially change foot contact. Enter your measurements above to compare the modeled reach, then confirm it on the motorcycle.
Riding position
The BMW R 1250 GS's adventure category suggests a tall, commanding upright position as a modeled starting point. The simulator estimates knee, hip, and elbow angles from the available geometry and your measurements so you can compare the reach to the bars and pegs.
Typical category use
The adventure category is commonly associated with mixed tarmac and light off-road, touring, and riders who want a commanding view. Rider Height does not assess handling, performance, or whether this motorcycle is suitable for a particular rider.
Fit figures are planning estimates from the current geometry and simplified model assumptions. They are not safety, compatibility, or purchase advice; confirm fit on the actual motorcycle.
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