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BMW R 1200 R - 2016 Specifications and Reviews
The 2016 BMW R 1200 R is a versatile middleweight roadster designed for riders seeking a balanced blend of comfort and performance. Known for its iconic boxer engine and reliable engineering, it excels as an everyday commuter and weekend touring companion. With switchable ABS, twin front disc brakes, and a manageable 790mm seat height, it appeals to both experienced riders and those transitioning to larger bikes.
General information | |
| Category | Allround |
| Year | 2016 |
| Model | BMW R 1200 R |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Emission details | Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3 |
| Greenhouse gases | 90.5 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 3.90 litres/100 km (25.6 km/l or 60.31 mpg) |
| Clutch | Single dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Oil & air |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection/BMS-K+ digital enfinemanagement with overrun fuel cut-off, twin spark ignition |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches) |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Torque | 125.00 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 Revolutions">RPM |
| Power | 125.00 Horsepower">HP (91.2 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 7750 Revolutions">RPM |
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Cast aluminium |
| Rear brakes diameter | 265 mm (10.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers. |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. |
| Rear tyre | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable at handwheel |
| Front wheel travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Upside-Down fork; stanchion diameter 45 mm |
| Trail | 126 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 27.7° |
| Frame type | Two section frame consisting of front and rear sections, load bearing engine-gearbox unit |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 3.00 litres (0.79 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 18.00 litres (4.76 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,515 mm (59.6 inches) |
| Overall width | 906 mm (35.7 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,165 mm (85.2 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,300 mm (51.2 inches) |
| Seat height | 790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 231.0 kg (509.3 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Comments | Switchable ABS. |
| Electrical | 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance free battery. Three-phase 508 W generator. |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Cordoba Blue, Thunder Metallic Grey, Light White |
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