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2015BMW R 1200 RS
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The 2015 BMW R 1200 RS is a versatile sport-tourer designed for riders seeking a balanced blend of performance and comfort. Known for its liquid-cooled boxer engine, composed handling, and upright riding position, it excels at covering long distances while maintaining responsive dynamics. Its manageable 236 kg curb weight and accessible 820 mm seat height make it approachable for diverse rider types.
- Capacity
- 1170.0 ccm
- Engine
- Boxer twin, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 198.0 kg
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Power
- 123.4 HP (90.1 kW) @ 7750 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built as a sport-touring machine, blending confident cornering ability with genuine long-distance comfort.
- Built for
- It has a torquey, characterful boxer engine with shaft drive smoothness, favoring effortless real-world speed over outright peak thrills.
- Not ideal for
- It's not the right choice for riders seeking off-road capability or a budget-friendly, lightweight commuter.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 1170.0 ccm
- Power
- 123.4 HP (90.1 kW) @ 7750 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 95 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 125.0 Nm (12.7 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
- Engine type
- Boxer twin, two-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 4.10 litres/100 km (24.4 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.6232 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 101.0 x 73.0 mm
- Compression
- 12.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Lubrication system
- Dry sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Oil lubricated clutch, hydraulically operated
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1527 mm
- Overall length
- 2202 mm
- Overall width
- 925 mm
- Overall height
- 1273 mm
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Dry weight
- 198.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 236.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 3.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine
- Front suspension
- Telescopic Upside-Down fork
- Rear suspension
- Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
- Front wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.7°
- Trail
- 115 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 276 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-17
Other
- Color options
- Blue/grey, grey
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 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches) | — | — | 1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches) | 1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches) |
| Dry weight | 198.0 kg (436.5 pounds) | 198.0 kg (436.5 pounds) | 198.0 kg (436.5 pounds) | — | — |
| Seat height | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 820 mm (32.3 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 18.00 litres (4.76 gallons) | 18.00 litres (4.76 gallons) | 18.00 litres (4.76 gallons) | 18.00 litres (4.76 gallons) | 18.00 litres (4.76 US gallons) |
| Color options | Blue/grey, grey | Lupin Blue/Light Metallic Grey, Granite Grey Metallic Matte | Lupin Blue/Light Metallic Grey, Granite Grey Metallic Matte | Light Grey Metallic/Magellan Grey Metallic Matt | Light Grey Metallic/Magellan Grey Metallic Matt |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the BMW R 1200 RS?
The 2015 BMW R 1200 RS has a Capacity of 1170.0 ccm (71.40 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW R 1200 RS have?
The 2015 BMW R 1200 RS has a Power of 123.4 HP (90.1 kW) @ 7750 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW R 1200 RS have?
The 2015 BMW R 1200 RS has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW R 1200 RS?
The 2015 BMW R 1200 RS has a Torque of 125.0 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM.
How much does the BMW R 1200 RS weigh?
The 2015 BMW R 1200 RS has a Dry weight of 198.0 kg (436.5 pounds).
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