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BMW K 1200 S - 2008 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 touring |
| Year | 2008 |
| Model | BMW K 1200 S |
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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 |
| 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) |
| Seat height | 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 248.0 kg (546.7 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 227.5 kg (501.6 pounds) |
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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 | 190/50-17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-17 |
| Rear suspension travel | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever |
| Front suspension travel | 115 mm (4.5 inches) |
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad Duolever |
| Trail | 119 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 29.0° |
| Frame type | Bridge-type frame, cast aluminium, load-bearing engine |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.7250 HP/kg |
Other specs | |
| Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles) | 4.70 litres (1.24 gallons) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 2.00 litres (0.53 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 19.00 litres (5.02 gallons) |
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