Naked Motorcycles
2017BMW R 1200 R
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The 2017 BMW R 1200 R is a middleweight naked bike that appeals to experienced riders seeking a balance of performance and everyday practicality. Known for its distinctive horizontally-opposed twin engine, robust construction, and capable suspension with 140mm travel front and rear, it delivers confident handling on both road and light adventure riding. The 232 kg weight and 790 mm seat height make it accessible while the advanced braking system with ABS ensures reliable stopping power in varied conditions.
- Capacity
- 1170.0 ccm
- Engine
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 198.0 kg
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Power
- 125.0 HP (91.2 kW) @ 7750 RPM
What’s new for the 2017 BMW R 1200 R
vs the 2016| Spec | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Wet weight | 231.0 kg (509.3 pounds) | 232.0 kg (511.5 pounds) |
| Front suspension | Telescopic Upside-Down fork; stanchion diameter 45 mm | Upside-down telescopic fork. diameter 45 mm, silver-anodized |
| 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 | BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. | Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. |
| Cooling | Oil_air | Liquid |
| Compression | 12.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A versatile naked roadster designed for spirited everyday riding, commuting, and comfortable longer trips.
- Built for
- Delivers strong, linear boxer-twin power with agile handling and shaft-drive reliability, blending everyday practicality with genuine road-carving fun.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking a dedicated off-road machine or track-focused sportbike.
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
- 125.0 HP (91.2 kW) @ 7750 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 138 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- HBMXC01.24K5-003-R01
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 5.90 L/100km (1387.8 mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 0.3 CO g/km
- Torque
- 125.0 Nm (12.7 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
- Engine type
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.6313 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 101.0 x 73.0 mm
- Compression
- 12.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Dry sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Wet eight-disc clutch with anti-hopping function, hydraulically operated
Performance
- Top speed
- 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1515 mm
- Overall length
- 2165 mm
- Overall width
- 880 mm
- Overall height
- 1300 mm
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Dry weight
- 198.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 232.0 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
- Upside-down telescopic fork. diameter 45 mm, silver-anodized
- Rear suspension
- BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever
- Front wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.7°
- Trail
- 126 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 276 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Racing Red, Thunder Metallic Grey, Light White
- Comments
- Switchable ABS.
- Fuel Tank Material
- P
- Comments
- Switchable ABS.
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 | 2008 | 2011 | 2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1170 cc | 1170 cc | 1200 cc | 1170 cc | 1170 cc | 1170 cc |
| Dry weight | 198 kg | 198 kg | 198 kg | 198 kg | 198 kg | 198 kg |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L |
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 R?
The 2017 BMW R 1200 R has a Capacity of 1170.0 ccm (71.40 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW R 1200 R have?
The 2017 BMW R 1200 R has a Power of 125.0 HP (91.2 kW) @ 7750 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW R 1200 R have?
The 2017 BMW R 1200 R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW R 1200 R?
The 2017 BMW R 1200 R 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 R weigh?
The 2017 BMW R 1200 R has a Dry weight of 198.0 kg (436.5 pounds).
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