Touring Motorcycles

2017BMW R 1200 RT SE

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The 2017 BMW R 1200 RT SE is a special-edition version of BMW's boxer-powered luxury tourer. Its liquid-cooled 1170cc boxer twin makes 125 hp at 7,750 rpm and 125 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and shaft drive, for a top speed of about 201 km/h. An 805 mm seat, 274 kg wet weight and 25-litre tank suit long trips.

Capacity: 1170.0 ccm
Engine: Boxer, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 233.2 kg
Seat height: 805 mm
Power: 125.0 HP (91.2 kW) @ 7750 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering70%

City riding45%

Daily riding65%

Touring97%

Two-up92%

Track20%

Best for: Built for covering long distances in comfort and control, blending sport-touring performance with premium weather protection and luggage capacity.
Built for: A refined, torquey boxer-twin tourer that rewards smooth, confident riding with strong highway performance and excellent long-haul comfort.
Not ideal for: Not ideal for off-road adventures, novice riders, or anyone wanting a lightweight, flickable machine for tight urban commuting.

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 805mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2017 BMW R 1200 RT SE, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 degrees and an upright 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: 1170.0 ccm
Power: 125.0 HP (91.2 kW) @ 7750 RPM
Torque: 125.0 Nm (12.7 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
Engine type: Boxer, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 3.90 litres/100 km (25.6 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.5360 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 101.0 x 73.0 mm
Compression: 12.5:1
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: Hydraulic slipper clutch

Performance

Top speed: 201.2 km/h (125.0 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1485 mm
Overall length: 2222 mm
Overall width: 985 mm
Overall height: 1415 mm
Seat height: 805 mm
Dry weight: 233.2 kg
Wet weight: 274.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 25.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 4.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Two-part tubular frame, engine partially load-bearing
Front suspension: Telelever
Rear suspension: Cast aluminium single swing arm with Paralever
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 136 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.5°
Trail: 116 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakes diameter: 276 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 180/55-ZR17

Other

Color options: Ebony, blue, grey

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	2012	2014	2015	2017	2018
Capacity	1170 cc	1200 cc	1170 cc	1170 cc	1170 cc
Dry weight	229 kg	233 kg	233 kg	233 kg	233 kg
Seat height	820 mm	805 mm	805 mm	805 mm	805 mm
Fuel capacity	25 L	25 L	25 L	25 L	25 L