BMW R 1200RT
The BMW R1200 RT is a touring motorcycle that was introduced in India by BMW Motorrad to replace the R1150RT model. This model comes with two riding modes as Rain and Road, along with Automatic Stability Control. It also gets additional optional like Dynamic mode for sportier riding and Hill Start Control for hilly area riding.
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BMW R 1200RT Full Specifications
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
| Displacement (cc) | 1170 |
| Engine Type | 4 Stroke, Flat Twin Engine, Double Overhead Camshaft, one Balance Shaft |
| Maximum Power | 125 BHP @ 7750 RPM |
| Maximum Torque | 125 NM @ 6500 RPM |
| Starter System | Self Start |
| Fuel Delivery System | Electronic Intake Pipe Injection |
| Ignition | Digital CDI |
| Cooling System | Air/liquid-cooled |
| Gears | 6-Speed |
| Clutch | Oil Lubricated Clutch, Hydraulically Operated |
| Bore (mm) | 101 |
| Stroke (mm) | 73 |
CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION
| Chassis Type | Two-Part Tubular Frame, Engine Partially Load-Bearing |
| Front Suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever, Stanchion Diameter 37 mm, Central Spring Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Cast Aluminium Single-sided Swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever |
BRAKES
| Front Brake | Dual Disc Brake, Floating Brake Discs, Diameter 320 mm, Four-piston Fixed Calipers |
| Rear Brake | Single Disc Brake, Diameter 276 mm, Double-piston Floating Caliper |
TYRES AND WHEELS
| Front Tyre Size | 120/70 ZR 17 |
| Rear Tyre Size | 180/55 ZR 17 |
| Wheel Size (inches) | 17 |
| Tyres Types | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy |
ELECTRICALS
| Battery | 12 V / 16 Ah, Maintenance-free |
| Dashboard | Digital |
| Headlamp | 12 V / 16 Ah |
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
| Length (mm) | 2222 |
| Width (mm) | 982.8 |
| Height (mm) | 1415.6 |
| Weight (Kg) | 274 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1485 |
COLOR
| Colors | Ebony Metallic, Platinum Bronze Metallic, Granite Grey Metallic Matte |
FUEL ECONOMY AND CAPACITY
| Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) | 25 |
| Reserve Fuel | 4 |
| Fuel Consumption City (kmpl) | 12.00 |
| Fuel Consumption Highway (kmpl) | 15.00 |
SAGMart Reviews on BMW R 1200RT
What's Good:
The BMW R 1200RT has become one of the best most refined motorcycles in the tourer line-up. The machine comes equipped with various features that will practically give more performance and control to the motorcycle. There is something newer in this motorcycle than the older model that makes it more stable in every condition. Few of its pros are given below:
- Good Performance
- Sporty Style
- Ergonomics
- Anti braking System
What's bad:
In the terms of performance, this is the worth bike for the Tourer, there is nothing better on this bike which makes it fabulous in its category.
Power to Mileage:
The motorcycle comes with completely new water cooled 'Wasserboxer' engine. The 1170cc liquid-cooled and boxer-twin engine now makes 125Hp of power at 7,750RPM and 92lbft of torque at 6,500RPM. All the power is sent to the rear wheel via Beemer's six-speed transmission. The power is enough to move, it's on the hill areas. Few of its power to mileage are given below:
- Maximum Power 125Hp at 7,750RPM
- Maximum Torque 125Nm at 6,500RPM
- Fuel Economy of 47mpg on long route
Handling and riding:
The motorcycle is built on the stiffer frame and the manufacturer slightly increased steering angle that will give a promising ride on the long route. Moreover, the split seats of this motorcycle are smoother and comfortable than the older model that gives a natural seating position to the rider and pillions. Moreover, the lightweight frame ensures for a smooth and effortless ride along with loads of luggage.
Safety:
The BMW R 1200RT takes care of your ride with its standard safety components. The motorcycle is now coming with three riding modes such as road, rain and dynamic, and the Dynamic optional riding mode gives a more throttle response to the riders. Thus, the hill start system is brilliant in this bike. Thus, the standard brakes and suspension ensures for a better stability under the hardest braking. Few of its safety features are given below:
- Windshield
- Traction Control System
- BMW Telelever with Dynamic ESA Front Suspension
- BMW Paralever with Dynamic ESA Rear Suspension
- Front brake- Dual Brembo four-piston caliper disc brake with ABS
- Rear Brake- Brembo two-Piston caliper disc brake with ABS
Maintenance:
The R 1200GS RT is an expensive bike so that there is a maintenance issue, why theR1200 GS Adventure significantly needs more maintenance to run. There are few dealers of BMW in Indian.
Verdict:
In the terms of power and performance, this is the best innovation for the touring. All of the massive features give perfect dynamic ride quality to the riders.
