2007BMW R 1200 RT

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Capacity: 1170.0 ccm
Engine: Boxer twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 229.0 kg
Seat height: 820 mm
Power: 108.6 HP

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What’s new for the 2007 BMW R 1200 RT

vs the 2006

Spec	2006	2007
Engine capacity	1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)	1170.0 ccm (71.40 cubic inches)
Power	108.62 HP	108.6 HP
Torque	115.00 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) @ 6000	115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Fuel capacity	27.00 litres (7.13 gallons)	27.00 litres (7.13 US gallons)
Wheelbase	1,480 mm (58.3 inches)	1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Cooling	Oil & air	Oil_air

Other years 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering72%

City riding55%

Daily riding80%

Touring98%

Two-up92%

Track30%

Best for: Built primarily for long-distance sport touring, blending strong highway performance with all-day comfort.
Built for: A refined, confidence-inspiring boxer-twin tourer that feels planted, smooth, and effortlessly fast on open roads.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking a lightweight commuter or any kind of off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 820mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2007 BMW R 1200 RT, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1170.0 ccm
Power: 108.6 HP
CO2 Emissions: 84 CO2 g/km
Torque: 115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
Engine type: Boxer twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 3.60 litres/100 km (27.8 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.4742 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 101.0 x 73.0 mm
Compression: 12.0:1
Cooling system: Oil_air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1480 mm
Overall length: 2230 mm
Overall width: 905 mm
Overall height: 1430 mm
Seat height: 820 mm
Dry weight: 229.0 kg
Wet weight: 259.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 27.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: BMW Motorrad Telelever
Rear suspension: Die-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD suspension element
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 135 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.6°
Trail: 110 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Double disc
Rear brakes diameter: 265 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 180/55-ZR17

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2006	2007	2009	2013	2016	2019
Capacity	1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)	1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)	1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)	1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)	—	1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Dry weight	229.0 kg (504.9 pounds)	229.0 kg (504.9 pounds)	182.0 kg (401.2 pounds)	233.2 kg (514.0 pounds)	233.2 kg (514.0 pounds)	—
Seat height	820 mm (32.3 inches)	820 mm (32.3 inches)	780 mm (30.7 inches)	818 mm (32.2 inches)	805 mm (31.7 inches)	805 mm (31.7 inches)
Fuel capacity	27.00 litres (7.13 gallons)	27.00 litres (7.13 gallons)	16.00 litres (4.23 gallons)	24.98 litres (6.60 gallons)	25.00 litres (6.61 gallons)	25.00 litres (6.61 US gallons)
Color options	—	—	Biaritz blue, Sapphire black metallic, Titan silver	Silver/beige, blue, grey	Ebony Metallic, San Marino Blue/Granite Grey Metallic Matte, Platinum Bronze Metallic	Alpine White, Mars Red Metallic/Dark Slate Metallic Matt, Carbon Black Metallic, Blue Planet Metallic, Sparkling Storm Metallic