Three-section frame consisting of front and
rear section, load bearing engine-gearbox unit
Front Suspension
BMW Motorrad Telelever, stanchion diameter 35mm, central spring strut, rebound damping electronically adjustable with
standard ESA
Front Wheel Travel
120 mm / 4.7 in
Rear Suspension
Die-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm
with BMW Motorrad EVO-Paralever, spring preload hydraulically adjustable to
continuously variable levels by means of electronically adjustable ESA,
rebound damping with standard ESA
Rear Wheel Travel
135 mm / 5.3 in
Front Brakes
2 x 320mm Discs, 4 piston
callipers
Rear Brakes
Single 265mm disc, 2 piston
caliper
Wheels
Cast aluminium
Front Rim
3.50 x 17
Rear Rim
5.50 x 17
Front Tyre
120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre
180/60 ZR17
Castor
116 mm / 4.5 in
Steering Head Angle
63.8°
Dimensions
Length 2230 mm / 79.9 in
Width 905 mm / 35.6 in (incl. mirrors)
Width 980 mm / 38.5 in (incl. panniers)
Wheelbase
1485 mm / 58.4 in
Seat Height
820 mm - 840 mm / 32.2 in - 33.0 in
780 mm - 800 mm / 30.7 - 31.4 in (special equipment low seat bench)
Ground Clearance
155 mm / 6.1 in
Dry Weight
229 kg / 485.0 lbs
Wet Weight
259 kg / 570.9 lbs
Fuel Capacity
27 Liters / 7.1 US gal
Reserve
4 Litres / 1.0 US gal
Consumption Average
5.3 L/100 km / 19.0 km/l / 44.7 US mpg
Standing 0 - 100km
3.7 sec
Standing
¼ Mile
12.2 sec
Acceleration
60-140 km/h
9.8 sec
Top Speed
210 km/h / 130.5 mph
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Even the
long road home will feel too short...
For years, serious riders who want both performance and long-distance touring
abilities have chose the BMW RT. And the latest version, the R 1200 RT, is no
different. The new RT boasts optional Electronic Suspension Adjustment, giving
you push-button fine-tuning for a wide range of roads, loads and moods.
Cavernous storage, supreme ergonomics and optional accoutrements like heated
grips, heated seats, a premium sound system and
cruise control
make the R 1200 RT so comfy, so easy to ride, that when you get away, you'll
feel like you're getting away with something. The R 1200 RT is a fully outfitted
touring bike with royal ergonomics, on-the-fly adjustable suspension and a long
list of comfort features, plus it's a downright exciting performance motorcycle.
Its 110 horsepower low-center-of-gravity Boxer engine pulls smoothly and pops
thrillingly, and its advanced chassis creates nimble handling usually reserved
for short rides and sore shoulders. Ride as far as you want and get there with
all the performance you crave with the R 1200 RT.
The BMW
R 1200 RT: a touring bike with character and the perfect travelling companion.
The latest touring machine to carry the legendary “RT” badge has everything you
need to carry you through your next thousand kilometres. Whether you are heading
for the horizon or winding your way through the mountains the flat twin’s power
never seems to run out, whether surfing the endless wave of available torque or
taking the engine to its remarkably high limit, you'll always be able to put in
an extra burst of speed when needed. A tailor-made package of comprehensive
accessories with a wide range of technical features ensures a perfect fit with
your own touring needs - and the acclaimed ABS system comes as standard (the
groundbreaking BMW Motorrad Automatic Stability Control system is available as a
factory-fitted option).
The reviews of this bike speak for themselves. But if you're still wondering
what truly exceptional touring feels like, take a test-ride at your local BMW
Motorrad dealer: we're confident you’ll return with a smile on your face.
Any corrections or more information on these motorcycles will be kindly appreciated.