LEGO Technic 42063 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

Specifications
| Set number | 42063 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2017 |
| Piece count | 603 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Technic |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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Set 42063, “BMW R 1200 GS Adventure”, represents a BMW adventure motorcycle in the LEGO Technic range.
Model 42063 depicts the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure, a touring adventure motorcycle recognizable by its tall stance, protective parts and travel equipment. Within Technic, it sits among realistic vehicle builds that emphasize mechanical construction and visible functions rather than a fully enclosed exterior shell.
The build uses 603 Technic pieces and has an open structure that allows parts of the mechanism to remain visible. Notable features associated with this model include steering, suspension, a boxer engine driven through the drivetrain and side panniers, all fitting the subject represented.
This set suits builders interested in motorcycles, licensed vehicles and compact Technic models for display or careful handling. In a Technic collection, it works as a clearly identifiable motorcycle model, placing the focus on functional assembly and mechanical layout rather than only on decorative bodywork.
Inventory of set 42063
The inventory of set 42063 lists 603 pieces, spare parts excluded: 104 different lots (one shape in one color) for 93 part shapes. The box also contains 8 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 42063
Main color: black, making up 39% of the parts, followed by light bluish gray (30%) and blue (14%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 233 | 39% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 180 | 30% | |
| Blue | 83 | 14% | |
| Red | 39 | 6.5% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 26 | 4.3% | |
| Yellow | 25 | 4.1% | |
| Trans-Clear | 6 | 1% | |
| Tan | 4 | 0.7% | |
| Pearl Titanium | 2 | 0.3% | |
| Flat Silver | 2 | 0.3% | |
| Other colors (2) | 2 | 0.3% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technic Pins | 218 | 36% | |
| Technic Beams | 132 | 22% | |
| Technic Connectors | 110 | 18% | |
| Technic Axles | 68 | 11% | |
| Technic Bushes | 21 | 3.5% | |
| Technic Steering, Suspension and Engine | 14 | 2.3% |
Most common parts in set 42063
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | Black | 123 |
| Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots 6558 | Blue | 46 |
| Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick 32316 | Light Bluish Gray | 45 |
| Technic Axle 2 Notched 32062 | Red | 25 |
| Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise 15100 | Black | 16 |
| Technic Axle 5 32073 | Light Bluish Gray | 13 |
| Technic Axle 4 3705 | Red | 13 |
| Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [3 Lateral Holes, Big Pin Hole] 32054 | Light Bluish Gray | 12 |
| Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thick with Pin Hole and Axle Hole 60483 | Light Bluish Gray | 12 |
| Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 6536 | Black | 12 |
89 of the 93 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setopedia, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
Exclusive parts in set 42063
One part shape in set 42063 appears in no other set in the catalog, most often a printed element, a sticker or a mold specific to the model. If it gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Sticker Sheet for Set 42063-1 31861 |
Rebuilding set 42063 from another set
Share of the parts of set 42063 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5005496 Technic 40 Year Anniversary Model | 66% | 573 | 2017 |
| 42054 CLAAS XERION 5000 TRAC VC | 66% | 1,976 | 2016 |
| 42069 Extreme Adventure | 63% | 2,382 | 2017 |
| 42039 24 Hours Race Car | 62% | 1,219 | 2015 |
| 8110 Mercedes-Benz Unimog U400 | 62% | 2,048 | 2011 |
Set 5005496 Technic 40 Year Anniversary Model supplies 66% of them: enough to build a good part of the model before filling in the rest piece by piece.
Size of set 42063 within its line
With 603 pieces, set 42063 ranks #170 out of 443 Technic sets in our database, which have an average of 658 parts. Among the 457 sets released in 2017, it ranks #77.
The set in 3D
Spin the official model of the set, brick by brick.
Load the 3D model3D model: Philippe Hurbain, LDraw.org Official Model Repository (CCAL 2.0 licence)
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 42063 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure have?
LEGO set 42063 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure has 603 pieces. It was released in 2017 as part of the Technic theme.
What year was LEGO set 42063 released?
Set 42063 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure was released in 2017 and belongs to the Technic theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 42063?
LEGO set 42063 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 42063?
The instructions for LEGO set 42063 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 42063.
What is the main color of LEGO set 42063?
Black, with 233 out of 603 pieces, or 39%. Next come light bluish gray (30%) and blue (14%).
How many different parts does set 42063 contain?
Set 42063 has 104 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 93 part shapes. Most common part: Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots in black, with 123 copies.
Does LEGO set 42063 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Sticker Sheet for Set 42063-1.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 42063?
Set 5005496 Technic 40 Year Anniversary Model, released in 2017: it supplies 66%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
Is the motorcycle a generic Technic design?
No. The subject is the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure, identified by the real model name.
See also
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