BMW K 1200 S - 2005 Specifications and Reviews
Intresting Fact:
This was the most powerful BMW motorcycle ever, at time of release
About the BMW K 1200 S
Powered by a liquid cooled 1,157.00cc inline four cylinder engine, producing 165bhp
Final drive is via shaft and the engine is angled forwards to give it a low centre of gravity.
Optional extras include a ESA option, where the forks are electronically adjustable with three modes (Standard, Comfort, Sports) and allows adjustment of the rear pre-load from solo to two up with luggage. Other options include Panniers, heated grips, comfort seat, low seat and ABS.
General information | |
Category: | Sport |
Year: | 2005 |
Model: | BMW K 1200 S |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
Clutch: | Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, hydraulically operated |
Transmission typefinal drive: | Shaft drive (cardan) |
Gearbox: | 6-speed |
Cooling system: | Liquid |
Starter: | Electric |
Fuel control: | DOHC |
Valves per cylinder: | 4 |
Fuel system: | Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management including knock sensor (BMS-K) |
Bore x stroke: | 79.0 x 59.0 mm (3.1 x 2.3 inches) |
Compression: | 13.0:1 |
Torque: | 130.00 |
Power: | 164.94 |
Stroke: | 4 |
Engine type: | In-line four |
Capacity: | 1157.00 ccm (70.60 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
Wheelbase: | 1,571 mm (61.9 inches) |
Overall width: | 905 mm (35.6 inches) |
Overall length: | 2,182 mm (85.9 inches) |
Overall height: | 1,211 mm (47.7 inches) |
Seat height: | 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: | 248.0 kg (546.7 pounds) |
Dry weight: | 226.5 kg (499.3 pounds) |
BMW K 1200 S dimensions and frame | |
Rear brakes diameter: | 265 mm (10.4 inches) |
Rear brakes: | Single disc |
Front brakes diameter: | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
Front brakes: | Double disc |
Rear tyre dimensions: | 190/50-ZR17 |
Front tyre dimensions: | 120/70-ZR17 |
Rear suspension travel: | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
Rear suspension: | Die-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever |
Front suspension travel: | 115 mm (4.5 inches) |
Front suspension: | BMW Motorrad Duolever |
Trail: | 112 mm (4.4 inches) |
Rake (fork angle): | 29.0° |
Frame type: | Bridging frame, die-cast aluminium, load bearing engine |
Speed and acceleration | |
Power/weight ratio: | 0.7282 HP/kg |
Top speed: | 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph) |
Other specs | |
Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles): | 4.70 litres (1.24 gallons) |
Fuel capacity: | 19.00 litres (5.02 gallons) |
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