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BMW R 1200R

Make Model	BMW R 1200R
Year	2008
Engine	Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity	1170 cc / 71.4 cu in
Bore x Stroke	101 x 73 mm
Cooling System	Air/Oil-cooled
Compression Ratio	11.0:1
Induction	Electronic intake manifold injection BMS-K
Ignition	Digital engine management
Starting	Electric
Alternator	Three-phase alternator 720 W
Battery	12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free
Max Power	80 kW / 109 hp @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque	115 Nm / 11.7 kgf-m / 85 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm
Clutch	Single disc dry clutch, hydraulically actuated
Transmission	6 Speed
Final Drive	Shaft
Gear Ratio	1st 2.375 / 2nd 1.696 / 3rd 1.296 / 4th 0.065 / 5th 0.939 / 6th 0.848
Frame	Tubular steel spaceframe, load-bearing engine
Front Suspension	BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 41 mm, central spring strut
Front Wheel Travel	120 mm / 4.7 in
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
Rear Wheel Travel	140 mm / 5.5 in
Front Brakes	2 x 320mm discs, ABS
Rear Brakes	Single 265mm disc, ABS
Wheels	Cast aluminium wheels
Front RIM	3.50 x 17'
Riear Rim	5.50 x 17
Front Tyre	120/70-ZR 17
Rear Tyre	180/55-ZR 17
Castor	119.1 mm / 4.7 in
Steering Head Angle	62.9°
Dimensions	Length 2145 mm / 84.4 in Width 906 mm / 35.6 in (incl. mirrors) Height 1273 mm / 50.1 in (excl. mirrors)
Wheelbase	1495 mm / 59.1 in
Seat Height	800 mm / 31.4 in
Dry Weight	198 kg / 436.5 lbs
Fuel Capacity	18 Litres / 4.7 US gal
Consumption Average	7.2 L/100 km / 13.8 km/l / 32.4 US mpg
Standing ¼ Mile	11.9 sec / 187.2 km/h / 116.3 mph
Standing 0 - 1000m	22.6 sec / 213 km/h / 132 mph
Top Speed	219.6 km/h / 136 mph

With sales of the R 1150 R and R 850 R amounting to almost 60,000 units since 2001, there is obviously great demand for a motorcycle in classic design combining unique character with timeless elegance. It is equally obvious that the outstanding all-round qualities of the Roadster have contributed to the great success of this type of motor¬cycle in the market and will be borne out even more signifi¬cantly in future by the R 1200 R. Indeed, this new Roadster takes up the gen¬eral trend towards enhanced dynamics without neglecting the streng¬ths of the basic concept, combining a significantly higher standard of agility with excellent all-round touring qualities.

The 1,200-cc power unit develops 80 kW/109 hp and thus exceeds the output of the former engine by almost 28%. This flat-twin pow¬er unit comes with the same level of development already boasted in the R 1200 RT, with the oil cooler on the new Roadster now fitted be¬hind the wheel fork. The rear section of the tubular spaceframe has been specially deve¬loped for the Roadster, helping to give the entire rear end a light and nimble appearance and reducing the overall weight of the machine. Dry weight of BMW Motorrad’s new R 1200 R all-rounder is therefore just 198 kg or 437 lb. In road trim and with a full tank, in turn, the new machine also remains very light at just 223 kg or 492 lb, much lighter than other four-cylinders in this market segment.

Benefiting from the most advanced technologies, the Roadster sets new standards in the market, once again underlining BMW’s claim to leadership in road safety. And for the first time the new model fea¬tures the new generation of BMW Motorrad Integral ABS, which may be combined as an option with ASC anti-spin control from 2007. TPC tyre pressure control warning the rider of a loss of pressure also while riding is currently being developed as a further feature for superior safety.

Last but certainly not least, the particularly wide range of optional extras and special equipment allows the customer to personalise the design and features of this classic all-rounder.

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