What category is the 2021 BMW R 1250 RT?

General information
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Category	Enduro / offroad
Model	BMW R 1250 RT
Year	2021

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Emission details	Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4
Greenhouse gases	109.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel consumption	4.70 litres/100 km (21.3 km/l or 50.05 mpg)
Driveline	Constant mesh
Clutch	Multiplate wet clutch, hydraulically operated
Transmission type	Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Oil & air
Lubrication system	Dry sump
Fuel control	Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Fuel system	Injection. Electronic fuel injection with ride-by-wire throttle system
Valves per Cylinder	4
Bore x Stroke	102.5 x 76.0 mm (4.0 x 3.0 inches)
Compression	12.5:1
Top speed	201.0 km/h (124.9 mph)
Torque	143.0 Nm (14.6 kgf-m or 105.5 ft.lbs) @ 6250 RPM
Power	134.1 HP (97.9 kW) @ 7750 RPM
Engine details	Balancer shaft
Engine type	Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Capacity:	1254.0 ccm (76.52 cubic inches)
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Wheels	Cast aluminum wheels
Rear brakes	Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
Diameter	320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
Rear tire	180/55-ZR17
Front tire	120/70-ZR17
Rear wheel travel	136 mm (5.4 inches)
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Paralever; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable
Front wheel travel	120 mm (4.7 inches)
Front Suspension	Upside-down telescopic fork, Ã˜ 45 mm
Trail	100 mm (3.9 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	25.5°
Frame type	Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine

Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	25.00 litres (6.61 US gallons)
Wheelbase	1485 mm (58.5 inches)
Overall width	985 mm (38.8 inches)
Overall length	2222 mm (87.5 inches)
Overall height	1255 mm (49.4 inches)
Alternate seat height	850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
Seat height	830 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Light	LED
Starter	Electric
Color options	Mars Red metallic/Dark Slate Metallic, Manhattan Metallic, Alpine White, Opt. 719 Stardust Metallic, Opt.719 Blue pPanet Metallic/Ivory

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

101 hp

Peak Power

4.2s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track15%

City45%

Cornering35%

Daily Riding50%

Touring35%

Passenger45%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to riders who already have some experience handling a long, heavy cruiser at low speeds and in tight maneuvers.
Purpose	This bike is built for bold, low-slung street cruising and boulevard presence rather than any kind of long-distance or performance riding.
Rider Fit	The very low seat height makes it approachable for shorter riders, but the substantial weight and wide rear tire demand confident strength and balance at parking-lot speeds.
Character	It has a muscular, aggressive cruiser personality defined by big V-twin torque, a fat rear tire, and a stretched-out, drag-inspired stance.
Not Ideal For	This is not the right choice for riders seeking nimble cornering, off-road capability, or a comfortable long-haul touring companion.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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At 830mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2021 BMW R 1250 RT, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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