- New, even more dynamic drivetrain now with two overhead camshafts per cylinder and valves in radial arrangement.
- Increase in engine output by 5 per cent to 81 kW (110 hp) at 7,750 rpm and maximum torque to 120 Nm (88 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm.
- Increase in maximum engine speed from 8,000 to 8,500 rpm with an even wider range of useful engine speed.
- Significantly better acceleration, torque and pulling power.
- Electronically controlled exhaust flap for even more muscular sound.
- Colour variants of the R 1200 GS: Alpine White non-metallic, Magma Red non-metallic, Ostra Grey matt metallic, Sapphire Black metallic.
- Colour variants of the R 1200 GS Adventure: Smoke Grey matt metallic, Brilliant Yellow metallic.
- Optional extras and accessories tailored to each model with BMW's usual high level of quality.
- New additional headlight in LED technology for the R 1200 GS (accessory).