2008BMW HP2 Sport

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The 2008 BMW HP2 Sport is a lightweight, agile middleweight boxer that appeals to riders seeking nimble handling and versatile performance. Known for its responsive 1170cc twin-cylinder engine delivering 131 horsepower and composed chassis dynamics, it excels as both a spirited road bike and capable trackday machine.

Capacity: 1170.0 ccm
Engine: Boxer, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 178.0 kg
Seat height: 830 mm
Power: 131.4 HP (98.0 kW) @ 8750 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering95%

City riding35%

Daily riding35%

Touring30%

Two-up20%

Track92%

Best for: Built as a homologation-special sport bike, it excels at fast, precise cornering and track-oriented riding rather than utility or commuting.
Built for: It rewards a rider who craves razor-sharp handling, strong midrange torque delivery, and the distinctive feel of a high-strung air/oil-cooled boxer engine.
Not ideal for: It is not suited to riders seeking plush touring comfort, passenger-friendly accommodations, or any form 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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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 830mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2008 BMW HP2 Sport, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and a forward-leaning 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: 131.4 HP (98.0 kW) @ 8750 RPM
EPA Certificate No.: 8BMXC01.2RHP-006
EPA CO Emissions: 0.7 CO g/km
Torque: 115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m)
Engine type: Boxer, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.7382 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 101.0 x 73.0 mm
Compression: 12.5:1
Cooling system: Oil & air
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: Single dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1485 mm
Overall length: 2135 mm
Overall width: 750 mm
Overall height: 1163 mm
Seat height: 830 mm
Dry weight: 178.0 kg
Wet weight: 199.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 16.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 2.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular steel space frame, front and rear made of self-supporting carbon
Front suspension: Telelever, spring pre-load continuously variable, compression damping, rebound damping and vehicle height adjustable
Rear suspension: EVO Paralever, Öhlins central spring strut, spring pre-load continuously adjustable, rebound and compression damping adjustable, vehicle height adjustable
Front wheel travel: 105 mm
Rear wheel travel: 120 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.0°
Trail: 86 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 265 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-17
Rear tyre: 190/55-17

Other

Fuel Tank Material: Plastic

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	2009	2010	2011	2012
Capacity	1170 cc	1170 cc	1170 cc	1170 cc	1170 cc
Dry weight	178 kg	178 kg	178 kg	178 kg	178 kg
Seat height	830 mm	830 mm	830 mm	830 mm	830 mm
Fuel capacity	16 L	16 L	16 L	16 L	16 L