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BMW R 1150 R Rockster - 2005 Specifications and Reviews
The 2005 BMW R 1150 R Rockster is a retro-styled naked bike built for riders seeking character and practicality. Its air-oil-cooled boxer engine delivers smooth, accessible power while the six-speed gearbox handles both urban commuting and highway cruising. Known for combining classic aesthetics with modern reliability, it appeals to experienced riders valuing torquey performance and legendary BMW durability.
2005
General information | |
| Category | Naked bike |
| Year | 2005 |
| Model | BMW R 1150 R Rockster |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Oil & air |
| Starter | Electric |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection/digital engine management: Bosch Motronic MA 2.4 with overrun fuel cut-off, twin spark ignition |
| Bore x stroke | 101.0 x 70.5 mm (4.0 x 2.8 inches) |
| Compression | 10.3:1 |
| Torque | 98.00 |
| Power | 83.81 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer |
| Capacity: | 1130.00 ccm (68.95 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,486 mm (58.5 inches) |
| Overall width | 920 mm (36.2 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,170 mm (85.4 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,097 mm (43.2 inches) |
| Seat height | 835 mm (32.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 239.0 kg (526.9 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 219.0 kg (482.8 pounds) |
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BMW R 1150 R Rockster dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 276 mm (10.9 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Double disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 180/55-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 | 35 mm (1.4 inches) |
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever |
| Trail | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.9° |
| Frame type | three-section composite frame consisting of front and rear section, load bearing engine. |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3827 HP/kg |
| Top speed | 197.0 km/h (122.4 mph) |
Other specs | |
| Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles) | 4.60 litres (1.22 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 20.50 litres (5.42 gallons) |
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