This is the pure joy of riding on two wheels. It is a pleasure ... long distances, short destinations, this motorcycle delivers a invigorating feeling you will relish over and over again. A perfect sport touring bike of the BMW K series.
For more than 15 years now, the K-Series RS has been the engineering benchmark for high-performance sport-touring bikes. And nothing is going to change that very soon. The new-generation K 1200 RS once again raises the mark even higher. With 130 horsepower residing beneath its aerodynamic fairings. the K 1200 RS offers unprecedented levels of performance. It is not only the most powerful BMW motorcycle in history, it is one of the most powerful motorcycles in the world.
With 130 horsepower, this is the most powerful motorcycle ever built by BMW. As comfortable and smooth as it is aggressive, the K 1200 RS redefines the category. Simply put, sport touring will never be the same.
BMW has done everything to build a motorcycle that is equally fascinating and reliable, that shows the way into the future in many respects. Developed and built utilizing innovative technology and BMW's undiluted passion for motorcycling, the new BMW K 1200 RS meets all requirements with respect to a genuine sports touring bike in such a perfection that never existed before. It is instantly convincing due to its extraordinary dynamism - where it is not the sheer engine power but rather a sophisticated power development in any engine speed range that counts.
| 1999 BMW K 1200 RS (ABS) |
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| Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price: |
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| 16500 (Dakar Yellow #725 has added $500 MSRP for graphics package) |
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| Engine |
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| Type |
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke inline 4-cylinder |
| Bore x stroke |
70.5 x 75mm |
| Displacement |
1171cc |
| Horsepower |
130Bhp @ 8750 rpm |
| Torque |
85lb-foot @ 6750 rpm |
| Compression ratio |
11.5:1 |
| Valve Gear |
DOHC |
| Valves |
8x26.5mm intake / 8x23mm exhaust |
| Valve Timing (measured at 3 mm valve clearance) |
intake opens 3 degrees after TDC, intake closes 27 degrees after BDC, exhaust opens 31 degrees before BDC, exhaust closes 1 degrees before TDC |
| Valves per cylinder |
four |
| Camshafts |
284 degrees |
| Engine oil capacity |
3.7 quarts of API class SF,SG or SH; CD or CE |
| Engine oil filter |
spin-on Micronic filter cartridge |
| Carburetion and ignition |
fuel injection and electronic ignition MA 2.4 controlled by Bosch Motronic automatic choke control |
| Fuel demand |
unleaded, premium fuel |
| Fuel tank |
polyamide tank with enclosed fuel pump and filter |
| Fuel capacity |
5.5 U.S. gallons including 1 gal. Reserve |
| Air filter |
Paper-type element |
| Charging system |
14V , 52Amp Alternator (720W) |
| Battery |
BMW Mareg, 19.5 Amp/h low maintenance |
| Cooling system |
Water cooled by twin radiators / oil cooled by one radiator |
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| Drivetrain |
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| Primary drive |
helical-cut gears with tensioner |
| Clutch |
165mm dry, single plate with hydraulic actuation |
| Gear ratios |
1st gear - 3.86:1, 2nd gear - 3.02:1, 3rd gear - 2.39:1, 4th gear - 1.96:1, 5th gear - 1.70:1, 6th gear - 1.51:1 |
| Drive system |
enclosed driveshaft with two universal joints and integral torsional damper |
| Final drive |
spiral bevel gears, 2.75:1 ratio |
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| Frame and Suspension |
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| Frame |
Chill-cast load-bearing aluminum-welded frame |
| Front suspension |
Telelever, with leadling link pivoted on main frame. Gas-filled spring/damper strut. |
| Travel / dimensions |
4.53 inches /35mm fixed tube diameter |
| Rear suspension |
Patented BMW Paralever swingarm and shaft drive, single-tube gas-filled shock, variable rebound damping. |
| Travel / dimensions |
5.91 inches, progressive spring, 7 positions |
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| Brakes |
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| Brake system |
BMW / FAG anti-lock brake system ABS II |
| Front brakes |
two 4-piston fixed calipers, wear compensation |
| Front rotors |
dual 12.0 inch floating rotors |
| Actuation method |
hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type |
| Rear brake |
hydraulic 2-piston fixed caliper |
| Rear rotor |
single 11.2 inch diameter fixed rotor |
| Actuation method |
hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type |
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| Wheels and Tires |
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| Front wheel |
3.50 x 17MT-H2, cast light alloy wheel |
| Rear wheel |
5.00 x 17 MT-H2, cast light alloy wheel |
| Front tire |
120/70-ZR 17 tubeless |
| Rear tire |
170/60-ZR 17 tubeless |
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| Dimensions |
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| Overall length |
88.6 inches (2250mm) |
| Overall width |
33.5 inches (850mm) (over mirrors) |
| Wheelbase |
61.0 inches (1549mm) (unladen) |
| Ground clearance |
5.7 inches (145mm) (unladen) |
| Seat height |
30.3 / 31.5 inches (770 / 800 mm) |
| Handlebar width |
26.8 inches (680mm) (without weights) |
| Steering angle |
62.75 degrees (unladen) |
| Front wheel trail |
4.9 inches (124mm) (with rider) |
| Weight - dry |
586 lbs. |
| Weight - wet |
628 lbs. |
| Maximum load |
1102 lbs gross vehicle weight rating |
| Wheel load limits |
Front = 441 lbs, Rear = 705 lbs |
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| Available colors |
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| Dakar Yellow #725 |
Graphite Metallic #704 |
| Pacific Blue #748 |
Marrakech Red #733 |
| Dolphin Blue Metallic #723 |
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| Standard equipment |
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| Integral sport-touring fairing with superb weather protection |
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| Single-key lock system for ignition, steering, fuel cap, seat storage compartment locks. (and optional saddle bags) |
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| ABS II (antilock braking system) |
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| Motronic Engine management 2.4 with automatic choke control and twin catalytic converters -- diagnostic readout via MoDiTeC |
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| Adjustable driver ergonomics including seat, windsheild, handbrake and shift hand levers, footrests and handlebars. |
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| New switch controls including integrated hazard warning flasher |
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| Power accessory socket for accessories or battery charging |
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| Fuel and coolant temperature guages, 12-hour digital clock |
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| Integrated ignition and steering lock |
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