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BMW R 1200 RS - 2015 Specifications and Reviews

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About the BMW R 1200 RS

Powered by an air/water cooled 1170.00cc twin cylinder Boxer engine, producing 123.4bhp.

This is in essence a BMW R1200R with a fairing and also shares the engine with the R1200GS adventure and R1200RT tourer but with slightly more torque low down.

For touring comfort the screen can be quickly adjusted to a high or low setting.

Optional extras include a central LED daytime running light, Riding Modes Pro which adds Dynamic and User configurable modes as well as dynamic traction control with banking detection, Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA), quick shifter, keyless start, heated grips, cruise control, centre stand, luggage grid, panniers, top box and Akrapovic sport silencer.

Option packages:

  • Comfort: Heated grips, tyre pressure monitor and Chrome-plated exhaust.
  • Dynamic: Riding modes Pro, white LED indicators and LED running light.
  • Touring/Premium: Dynamic ESA, sat nav prep, computer Pro, centre stand, cruise control and luggage rack.

  • Timeline

  • 2017: A few small changes to meet Euro 4 requirements, sidelights and judder damper on transmission shaft. Also cornering ABS Pro and dynamic brake light now options. 
  • General information

    CategoryAllround
    Year2015
    ModelBMW R 1200 RS

    Engine and Transmission Specifications

    Greenhouse gases95.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
    Fuel consumption4.10 litres/100 km (24.4 km/l or 57.37 mpg)
    DrivelineConstant mesh
    ClutchOil lubricated clutch, hydraulically operated
    Transmission type,final driveShaft drive (cardan)
    Gearbox6-speed
    Cooling systemLiquid
    Lubrication systemDry sump
    Fuel controlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
    Fuel systemInjection. Electronic intake pipe injection
    Bore x Stroke101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches)
    Compression12.5:1
    Torque125.00 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 Revolutions">RPM
    Power123.37 Horsepower">HP (90.1 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 7750 Revolutions">RPM
    Engine typeTwo cylinder boxer, two-stroke
    Capacity:1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
     
     

    Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

    Rear brakes diameter276 mm (10.9 inches)
    Rear brakesSingle disc. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
    Front brakes diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
    Front brakesDouble disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
    Rear tyre180/55-17
    Front tyre120/70-17
    Rear wheel travel140 mm (5.5 inches)
    Rear SuspensionCast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
    Front wheel travel140 mm (5.5 inches)
    Front SuspensionTelescopic Upside-Down fork
    Trail115 mm (4.5 inches)
    Rake (fork angle)27.7°
    Frame typeTwo-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine

    Physical measures and capacities

    Reserve fuel capacity3.00 litres (0.79 gallons)
    Fuel capacity18.00 litres (4.76 gallons)
    Wheelbase1,527 mm (60.1 inches)
    Overall width925 mm (36.4 inches)
    Overall length2,202 mm (86.7 inches)
    Overall height1,273 mm (50.1 inches)
    Seat height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
    Power/weight ratio0.6231 HP/kg
    Weight incl. oil, gas, etc236.0 kg (520.3 pounds)
    Dry weight198.0 kg (436.5 pounds)

    Other specs

    StarterElectric
    Color optionsBlue/grey, grey

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