Cruisers
2005BMW R 1200 CL
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The 2005 BMW R 1200 CL is a cruiser-styled motorcycle that appeals to riders seeking classic aesthetics with modern reliability. Its 1170cc boxer engine delivers smooth, torquey power ideal for laid-back cruising and highway touring. Known for its distinctive retro design combined with advanced fuel injection and six-speed transmission, the R 1200 CL remains a capable alternative to traditional American cruisers.
- Capacity
- 1170.0 ccm
- Engine
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 288.0 kg
- Seat height
- 745 mm
- Power
- 60.3 HP (44.4 kW)
What’s new for the 2005 BMW R 1200 CL
vs the 2004| Spec | 2004 | 2005 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 61.0 HP (44.9 kW) @ 5000 RPM | 60.3 HP (44.4 kW) |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 35 mm, central strut | BMW Motorrad Telelever |
| Rear suspension | Die-cast steel single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Monolever; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load adjustable to continuously variable levels by means of hydraulic handwheel | Die-cast steel single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Monolever |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a boulevard-style luxury tourer, prioritizing relaxed cruising and passenger comfort over performance.
- Built for
- A stately, shaft-driven boxer cruiser with a plush ride, ample torque low in the rev range, and a distinctly unhurried, cruiser-touring personality.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders seeking sporty handling, quick acceleration, or any off-road capability.
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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Engine
- Capacity
- 1170.0 ccm
- Power
- 60.3 HP (44.4 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 118 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 98.0 Nm (10.0 kgf-m) @ 3000 RPM
- Engine type
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 5.10 litres/100 km (19.6 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2094 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 101.0 x 73.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.0:1
- Cooling system
- Oil & air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated
Performance
- Top speed
- 165.0 km/h (102.5 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1641 mm
- Overall length
- 2415 mm
- Overall width
- 1075 mm
- Overall height
- 1435 mm
- Seat height
- 745 mm
- Dry weight
- 288.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 308.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.50 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Three-section composite frame consisting of front and rear section, load bearing engine.
- Front suspension
- BMW Motorrad Telelever
- Rear suspension
- Die-cast steel single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Monolever
- Front wheel travel
- 144 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 33.5°
- Trail
- 184 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 305 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 285 mm
- Front tyre
- 150/80-VR16
- Rear tyre
- 170/80-VR15
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1170 cc | 1170 cc | 1170 cc |
| Dry weight | — | 288 kg | 288 kg |
| Seat height | 745 mm | 745 mm | 745 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17.5 L | 17.5 L | 17.5 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the BMW R 1200 CL?
The 2005 BMW R 1200 CL has a Capacity of 1170.0 ccm (71.40 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW R 1200 CL have?
The 2005 BMW R 1200 CL has a Power of 60.3 HP (44.4 kW).
How many gears does the BMW R 1200 CL have?
The 2005 BMW R 1200 CL has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW R 1200 CL?
The 2005 BMW R 1200 CL has a Torque of 98.0 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.3 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM.
How much does the BMW R 1200 CL weigh?
The 2005 BMW R 1200 CL has a Dry weight of 288.0 kg (634.9 pounds).
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