BMW K1200RS

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BMW K1200RS
Manufacturer
BMW
Also called K 1200 RS
Production 1997 - 2005
Class Sport touring
Engine
inline four cylinder, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 70.5mm x 75.0mm
Compression ratio 11.5:1
Top Speed 140 mph (225 km/h)
Horsepower 126.06 HP (94.0 KW) @ 8750RPM
Torque 86.3 ft/lbs (117.0 Nm) @ 6750RPM
Spark Plug NGK DCPR7E '03-04
NGK BKR6EX '98-02
Battery YUASA 51913 '98-02 , '03-04
Transmission Gear box: 6-speed

Final Drive: shaft drive (cardan)

Clutch: single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated
Final Drive Shaft
Suspension Front: bmw motorrad telelever
Rear: die-cast aluminum single-sided swinging arm with bmw motorrad paralever
Brakes Front: double disc
Rear: single disc
Front Tire 120/70-zr17
Rear Tire 180/55-zr17
Wheelbase 61.02 inches (1550 mm)
Length 88.58 inches (2250 mm)
Width 33.46 inches (850 mm)
Height 47.24 inches (1200 mm)
Seat Height 30.31 inches (770 mm)
Weight 586.43 pounds (266.0 Kg) (dry), 285.0 kg (wet)
Fuel Capacity 5.42 Gallon (20.50 Liters)
Fuel Consumption 4.90 liters/100 km (20.4 km/l or 48.00 mpg)
Manuals Service Manual


The BMW K1200RS was an inline four cylinder, four-stroke Sport touring motorcycle produced by BMW between 1997 and 2005. It could reach a top speed of 140 mph (225 km/h). Max torque was 86.3 ft/lbs (117.0 Nm) @ 6750 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 126.06 HP (94.0 KW) @ 8750 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a liquid cooled single cylinder, four-stroke. A 70.5mm bore x 75.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1171.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin cam (dohc).

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 6-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 120/70-zr17 front tire and a 180/55-zr17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a bmw motorrad telelever while the rear was equipped with a die-cast aluminum single-sided swinging arm with bmw motorrad paralever. The K1200RS was fitted with a 5.42 Gallon (20.50 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 586.43 pounds (266.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 61.02 inches (1550 mm) long.

1997 BMW K 1200 RS[edit | edit source]

1997 BMW K1200RS


The 1997 MY BMW K 1200 RS has, at its heart, a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, fuel-injected, 1171cc, in-line four cylinder engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 130 horsepower and 115 Nm of torque.

It also comes with features such as a full-fairing, cast-aluminum wheels, ABS as standard, dual front disc brakes, a Telelever front suspension coupled to a Paralever rear unit and a rear luggage rack. In addition, it can accommodate a wider category of riders, thanks to adjustable features such as the windshield, dual seat, hand grips and foot pegs.


1998 BMW K 1200 RS[edit | edit source]

The 1998 MY BMW K 1200 RS is a performance-oriented machine, that can also go the extra mile, and can be fitted with special accessories. Standard features include a full-fairing, cast-aluminum wheels, ABS as standard, dual front disc brakes, a Telelever front suspension coupled to a Paralever rear unit and a rear luggage rack. In addition, it can accommodate a wider category of riders, thanks to adjustable features such as the windshield, dual seat, hand grips and foot pegs.

In the tech/engine department, it sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 1171cc, transverse four cylinder powerplant paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can reach a maximum power output of 130 horsepower and 115 Nm of torque.

1999 BMW K 1200 RS[edit | edit source]

The 1999 MY BMW K 1200 RS is arguably, one of the most powerful sport tourers available on the market. It has, at its heart, a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 1171cc, in-line four cylinder powerhouse mated to a six-speed manual transmission, that produces a claimed 130 horsepower and 115 Nm of torque.

It also boasts standard features such as a full-fairing, cast-aluminum wheels, ABS as standard, dual front disc brakes, a Telelever front suspension coupled to a Paralever rear unit and a rear luggage rack. In addition, it can accommodate a wider category of riders, thanks to adjustable features such as the windshield, dual seat, hand grips and foot pegs.


2000 BMW K 1200 RS[edit | edit source]

The 2000 MY BMW K1200RS features the best the House of Munich has to offer in terms of technology and performance. It comes standard with a Telelever front and a Paralever rear suspension, the Rider Information Display that features fuel and temperature gauges and a digital clock, ABS II as standard, and an adjustable windshield, for better protection against the elements.

At its heart lies a powerful, liquid-cooled, four-strike, in-line four cylinder engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission, which can produce 130 horsepower and 115 Nm of torque. Also, this sporty machine from Zie Germans has a revised handlebar mounting and can now accommodate a larger variety of riders, thanks to its adjustable seat height, and the adjustable front brake and clutch levers.


2001 BMW K 1200 RS[edit | edit source]

The 2001 MY BMW K1200RS sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 1171cc, in-line four cylinder engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission, that produces 130 horsepower and 115 Nm of torque. It boasts the best technologies developed up to date by BMW, such as the ABS II, the Rider Information Display, that includes fuel and coolant temperature gauges plus a digital clock, as well as the acclaimed Telelever front and Paralever rear suspension.

It can accommodate riders of various inseams and arm lengths, thanks to the adjustable seat height, with two positions, as well as the adjustable front brake and clutch levers. Also, the 2001 model has a higher handlebar mounting, which, combined with the adjustable windshield, makes for a more comfortable ride.


2002[edit | edit source]

2002 BMW K1200RS in Black
2002 BMW K1200RS in Black
2002 BMW K1200RS in Black
2002 BMW K1200RS in Black


2004[edit | edit source]

2004 BMW K1200RS in Blue/Silver
2004 BMW K1200RS in Blue/Silver
2004 BMW K1200RS in Blue/Silver
2004 BMW K1200RS in Blue/Silver



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