Naked Motorcycles

2012BMW K 1300 R Carbon

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The 2012 BMW K 1300 R Carbon is a sport-touring naked bike designed for experienced riders seeking a balance of performance and practicality. Its 1,300cc engine delivers impressive power with excellent handling, while the dual seat and 19-liter fuel capacity accommodate both comfortable cruising and longer journeys. Best known for its robust build quality and versatile character, it suits riders who demand both aggressive styling and real-world usability.

Capacity: 1293.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 217.0 kg
Seat height: 820 mm
Power: 170.3 HP (125.3 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering85%

City riding55%

Daily riding60%

Touring45%

Two-up50%

Track75%

Best for: Built for aggressive naked-bike thrills, fast road riding, and hard cornering rather than commuting or exploring off-road.
Built for: A brutally fast, shaft-driven muscle naked with premium suspension and brakes, blending high-tech chassis engineering with raw straight-line and cornering aggression.
Not ideal for: Not suited to new riders, gentle city cruising, long-distance comfort touring, or any kind of off-road use.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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At 820mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2012 BMW K 1300 R Carbon, with a relaxed knee angle of around 135 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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Range and running costs

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1293.0 ccm
Power: 170.3 HP (125.3 kW)
Torque: 140.0 Nm (14.3 kgf-m) @ 8250 RPM
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 5.00 litres/100 km (20.0 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.7848 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 80.0 x 64.3 mm
Compression: 13.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Dry sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, hydraulically operated

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1585 mm
Overall length: 2228 mm
Overall width: 856 mm
Overall height: 1095 mm
Seat height: 820 mm
Dry weight: 217.0 kg
Wet weight: 243.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 19.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 4.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Bridge-type, cast aluminium, load bearing engine
Front suspension: BMW Motorrad Duolever
Rear suspension: Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front wheel travel: 115 mm
Rear wheel travel: 135 mm
Rake (fork angle): 29.6°
Trail: 104 mm