Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, with two overhead,
spur gear driven camshafts , a counterbalance shaft and variable intake
camshaft control system BMW ShiftCam, 4 valves per cylinder, Intake 40mm,
outlet 34 mm
Capacity
1254 cc / 76.5 cu-in
Bore x Stroke
102.5 x 76 mm
Compression Ratio
12.5:1
Cooling System
Liquid / Air cooled
Emission
Closed-loop three-way catalytic
converter, exhaust standard , Euro 4
Two-section frame concept consisting of main frame with bolt-on rear frame,
load-bearing engine
Front Suspension
BMW Motorrad 37mm Telelever, central spring strut
Front Wheel Travel
120 mm / 4.7 in
Rear Suspension
Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD
spring strut, continuously adjustable spring preload by means of hand
wheel, rebound-stage damping adjustable by hand wheel
(Option: Dynamic ESA)
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS as standard (part integral), disengageable
Wheels
Die-cast aluminium wheels
Front Wheel
3.50 x 17″
Rear Wheel
5.50 x 17″
Front Tyre
120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre
180/55 ZR17
Trail
116 mm / 4.5 in
Steering Angle
64.1°
Dimensions
Length 2222 mm / 87.4 in
Width 985 mm / 38.7 in
Wheelbase
1485 mm / 58.4 in
Seat Height
805 mm to 825 mm / 31.6 in to 32.4 in
760 mm to 850 mm / 29.9 in to 33.4 in - optional
Wet Weight
279 kg / 615 lbs
Permitted Total Weight
505 kg / 1113.3 lbs
Fuel Capacity
25 Litres / 6.6 US gal
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The 2019 BMW R1250RT is available in three attractive colour versions and two
style versions. The standard colours Alpine White. The lettering “ShiftCam”
appears on the cylinder head covers, a reference to the new engine generation,
and sets it apart from the previous model. The wheels are Silver metallic
and the drive train comes in Aluminium Silver metallic for a interesting
contrasts. The central fuel tank cover and the knee cover is painted in Slate
Dark metallic matt, as well as components in contrasting black such as handlebar
weights, the windshield trim element and brake calipers. The front and engine
spoiler is given a Night Black matt finish.
The Option 719
Spezial is available in Blue Planet Metallic or Sparkling Storm metallic.
The body colour is to be found on the central fuel tank cover, the left and
right hand fuel tank covering, the trim on the case lids, the front, rear and
side trim section and also on the front spoiler, front wheel cover and knee
cover. Chrome elements is found on the handlebar weights and windshield trim.
A Night Black
finish was chosen for the engine, and the power unit comes in Aluminium Silver
metallic. Silver-coated wheels and golden brake calipers emphasise the
high-quality appearance of the new R 1250 RT.
With the Option
719 Spezial variant, the customer can upgrade the seat in brown, which is only
available in standard seat height and seat heating.
The 2019
BMW R 1250 GS and R 1250 RT – the fascination off travel and touring in a new
dimension of engine power.
For more than 35
years, the flat-twin boxer engine in the BMW Motorrad GS and RT models has stood
for distinctive, powerful and reliable propulsion when it comes to setting off
on an extended tourer a long-distance journey – or simply enjoying the
satisfying pleasure of a short weekend trip. For more than 25 years, BMW
Motorrad has used 4-valve technology, combined with electronic fuel injection
and closed-loop catalytic converter technology in order to achieve the best
possible power and torque delivery, efficiency and environmental compatibility.
Further
advanced boxer engine with BMW Shift Cam Technology for an additional increase
in power across the entire engine speed range, reduced emission and fuel
consumption levels, optimise drunning smoothness and refinement.
With
the extensively further advanced boxer engine, the new R 1250 GS and R 1250 RT
not only achieve a whole new level of power and torque. It was also possible to
significantly optimise refinement and running smoothness – especially within the
lower engine speed range. What is more, the new engine offers improved emission
and fuel consumption levels as well as a particularly satisfying sound. For this
purpose, BMW Shift Cam Technology has been used for the first time in the serial
production of BMW Motorrad engines: this enables variation of the valve timings
and valve stroke on the intake side. In addition, the intake camshafts are
designed for asynchronous opening of the two intake valves, resulting in
enhanced swirl of the fresh, incoming mixture and therefore more effective
combustion. Other technical changes to the engine relate to the camshaft drive –
now taken care of by a toothed chain (previously a roller chain) – an optimised
oil supply, twin-jet injection valves and a new exhaust system.
Two riding
modes, ASC and Hill Start Control as standard.
There are two
riding modes available as standard in order to be able to adapt the motorcycle
to individual rider preferences. The standard Automatic Stability Control ASC
ensures a high level of riding safety due to the best possible traction. The
set-off assistant Hill Start Control is likewise a standard feature in both
models, enabling convenient set-off on slopes.
Riding
Modes Pro, featuring additional riding modes, Dynamic Traction Control DTC, ABS
Pro, Hill Start Control Pro and Dynamic Brake Assistant DBC (new), available as
an optional equipment item ex works.
The option “Riding
Modes Pro” is now available as an optional equipment item, featuring the
additional riding mode ”Dynamic”, Dynamic Traction Control DTC, and in the R
1250GS also the riding modes “Dynamic Pro”, “Enduro”and “Enduro Pro”. DTC
enables even more efficient and safe acceleration, especially in banking
position. ABS Pro (part of Riding Modes Pro in the R 1250 GS, a standard feature
in the R 1250 RT) offers even greater safety when braking, even in banking
position. The new Dynamic Brake Control DBC provides additional safety when
braking, also in difficult situations, by avoiding unintentional accelerator
activation. By means of intervention in the engine control, drive torque is
reduced during braking so as to make full use of the braking power at the rear
wheel. This keeps the motorcycle stable and shortens the braking distance.
Electronic
suspension Dynamic ESA “Next Generation” with fully automatic load compensation,
now also for the R 1250 RT.
With the optional
equipment item BMW Motorrad Dynamic ESA “Next Generation”, damping automatically
adapts to the situation according to riding state and manoeuvres, and there is
also automatic compensation in all load states. This allows finely tuned
adaptation of the motorcycle to riding states, achieving optimum damping comfort
and a very stable ride response – this is now also available for the R1250 RT.
LED
headlamp for the R 1250 GS as standard and LED day time riding light for both
models as an ex works optional equipment item.
The new R 1250 GS
now features the LED headlamp as standard. In addition to this, the LED daytime
riding light is available as an optional equipment item for both the R 1250 GS
and the R 1250 RT, which has halogen headlamps.
Connectivity: multifunctional instrument cluster with 6.5-inchfull-colour TFT
screen and numerous features as standard in the R 1250 GS.
The new R 1250 GS
now has the equipment feature Connectivity as standard including a 6.5-inch
full-colour TFT screen. In conjunction with the standard BMW Motorrad
Multi-Controller, this means the rider can access vehicle and connectivity
functions particularly swiftly and conveniently.
The R 1250 RT is
fitted with a large 5.7-inch TFT colour screen. This is supplemented with an
analogue speedometer and rev counter.
Intelligent Emergency Call as an ex works option.
Ensuring the
fastest possible assistance in the event of an accident or in situations of
emergency and danger can save people’s lives. The optional equipment item
Intelligent Emergency Call summons assistance to the scene as quickly as
possible. As before, this feature can be ordered for both models.
BMW
Motorrad Spezial – high-quality customisation features as optional equipment
items ex works.
BMW Motorrad
Spezial offers a range of iconic customisation features that enhance both
performance and value, available as optional equipment items ex works. The focus
is on harmonious integration in the vehicle as a whole, use of the very
highest-quality materials, elaborate manual workmanship and characteristic
attention to detail.
The Billets Packs
Option 719 Classic and HP are available for the new R 1250 GS and R 1250 RT, for
example.
The new R 1250 RT
can be additionally enhanced with Option 719 wheels Classic or Sport, an
exclusive seat and one of two Spezial paint finishes.
An HP sports
silencer is likewise available ex works for the two new boxer models.
New
attractive colours and style variants.
The new R 1250 GS
showcases its travel and off-road prowess in two modern basic finishes and two
striking style variants. The new R 1250 RT embodies its exclusive touring
character in one basic colour, two style variants and two Option 719 Spezial
finishes.
Overview
of the highlights of the new BMW R 1250 GS and R 1250 RT:
• Further
developed boxer engine with BMW Shift Cam Technology for variation of the valve
timings and valve stroke on the intake side.
• Even more power
across the entire engine speed range, optimised fuel consumption and emission
levels, increased running smoothness and refinement.
• Increased output
and torque: 100 kW (136 hp) at 7 750 rpm and 143 Nm at 6 250 rpm (previously:92
kW (125 hp) at 7 750 rpm and 125 Nm at 6 500 rpm)).
• Capacity
increased to 1 254 cc (previously: 1 170 cc).
• Asynchronous
valve opening on the intake side for optimised swirl and therefore more
effective combustion.
• Camshaft drive
now via toothed chain (previously roller chain).
• Optimised oil
supply and piston base cooling.
• Knock sensor
system for optimised travel suitability.
• Latest
generation of BMS-O engine control and use of twin-jet injection valves for even
more effective carburetion.
• New exhaust
system for optimum performance characteristics.
• New additional
front spoiler on the R 1250 RT.
• Two riding
modes, ASC and Hill Start Control as standard.
• Riding Modes
Pro, featuring additional riding modes, Dynamic Traction Control DTC, ABS Pro
(standard in the R 1250 RT), Hill Start Control Pro and Dynamic Brake Assistant
DBC, available as an optional equipment item ex works.
Electronic
suspension Dynamic ESA “Next Generation” with fully automatic load compensation.
• In addition to
standard adjustability of seat height (exception: HP style for the R 1250 GS),
wide range of seat height variants ex works.
• LED headlamp for
the R 1250 GS as standard and LED daytime riding light for both models as
optional equipment items ex works.
Connectivity:
multifunctional instrument cluster with 6.5-inchfull-colour TFT screen and
numerous features as standard in the R 1250 GS.
•
Intelligent Emergency Call as an ex works option.
• BMW Motorrad
Spezial – customisation features as optional equipment items ex works.
• Extended range
of optional equipment items and Original BMW Motorrad Accessories.
• The new R 1250
GS: travel and off-road prowess in two modern basic finishes and two striking
style variants.
• The new R 1250
RT: exclusive touring character in one basic colour, two style variants and
Option 719 Spezial finishes.
Any corrections or more information on these motorcycles will be kindly appreciated.