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Powerful character for pure motorcycling joy - the new BMW R 1200 R.

This roadster is the universal talent on tarmac. A true cornering fiend on the one hand and a supremely comfortable travel companion on the other. Moreover it can be customised with a wide range of accessories to suit your every need. You can style it into a sporty, classic or touring oriented naked bike - the BMW R 1200 R will always be your reliable companion. The classy looks catch many an eye and the high-quality workmanship can be seen and felt everywhere. Typically BMW but yet different featuring proven qualities that will fascinate you over and over again - qualities that you will not want to do without once you have got to know them.

The 1200 cc flat twin contributes its share to the dynamic and supremely controlled experience generating an output of 109 bhp and 115 Nm of torque. The perfect suspension has no trouble at all with the weight of 223 kg (fully fuelled). You could load up the same again and still enjoy the almost playful and truly convincing handling of this bike. Combined with exemplary safety equipment, a timeless yet modern, high-quality and sporty design, the BMW R 1200 R is truly a multi-talented bike and an evergreen.

The BMW R 1200 R - modern power, exclusive looks and a truly classic naked bike.

The most important highlights of the new R 1200 R versus the previous model R 1150 R:

• Excellent all-round qualities
• Air-cooled flat-twin 1,170-cc power unit with balance shaft
• Maximum output up almost 28% over the former model to 80 kW/109 hp at 7,500 rpm
• Maximum torque up almost 17% over the R 1150 R to 115 Nm/85 lb-ft at 6,000 rpm
• BMS-K electronic engine management with dual ignition, anti-knock control, oxygen sensor, and fully controlled three-way catalytic converter
• Light and stable, two-piece tubular steel frame
• Stiff Telelever with sensitive response and a high standard of steering precision
• Excellent handling, supreme directional stability
• EVO Paralever with light drive shaft
• ESA Electronic Suspension Adjustment as an option
• Dry weight 198 kg/437 lb, overall weight with full tank in road trim 223 kg/492lb
• High-performance brake system
• New BMW Motorrad Integral ABS with automatic stability control ASC (both available as an option)
• Dynamic, modern but timeless design
• Particularly wide range of accessories

Engine

On the R 1200 R, the new Boxer engine is at the same design level as the R 1200 RT on which it made its debut. On the R 1200 R it provides 80 kW/109 bhp, with maximum torque of 115 Nm as on the RT.

In comparison with the R 1150 R engine, the following improvements were achieved:

• Increase in output by around 28 % and in torque by around 17 %
• Increase in rated speed with simultaneous minimization of vibration
• Reduction of 7% in engine weight
• Compliance with the exhaust and noise regulations of the future
• New generation of electronic engine control systems based on CAN bus technology with automatic idling control, automatic cold-start and anti-knock control for use with poorer fuel qualities

Transmission

The helical gearing of the R 1200 R has likewise been taken over from the R 1200 RT. The helical gearwheel design affords softer engagement and much smoother running. Further design improvements in transmission kinematics compared to the R 1150 R also improve gear shifts and ensure more precise locking of individual gears. Secondary ratio is 2.75 and hence shorter than on the RT, in line with the machine concept.

The transmission is exclusively equipped with a 6th short active running gear due to the substantially lower engine vibrations (balancing shaft).

Benefits:

• Impressive acceleration due to optimum transmission ratio
• Low running noise
• Precise, smooth gear changes
• Short shift travel
• Weight-optimized

Frame and suspension

Like its companion model in the Boxer range, with the exception of the R 1200 S, the R 1200 R has a two-part frame design with a partially self-supporting engine. Whilst the front frame section is identical to that of the R 1200 GS or RT, the rear tubular space frame was designed specially for the R 1200 R for low weight and a correspondingly light appearance at the back.

Wheel control is based on the Telelever and Paralever design already used on the other new Boxers. The suspension geometry was adapted specially to meet the requirements of the R 1200 R. Again as on the other new Boxers, this new geometry, together with the substantially reduced weight, makes a major contribution to the improved handling in comparison with its predecessor.

Brake System

At the front, the R 1200 R has two 320 mm (12.6 inches) diameter brake disks with floating bearings, decelerated by 4-piston fixed calipers. The rear 265 mm (10.2 inches) disk is braked with a 2-piston floating caliper. Pressure is transferred via low-loss steel-flex brake cables. The all new BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is offered as an option extra.

BMW Motorrad Single Wire System

Like the other new additions to the R- and K-series, the R 1200 R is equipped with the BMW Motorrad Single-Wire-System. This vehicle electrics system relays all vehicle-related data via a CAN bus to the various control systems and to the ZFE (central chassis electronics). The CAN bus is a data networking concept that links all control equipment via a common “signal path”. This technology simplifies the main cable bundle and enables more comprehensive diagnostics.

Benefits:

• Safety fuse-free energy supply design
• Flexible extension with software
• Data pool for information in instrument panel
• Diagnostics capability of all control equipment
• Lightweight
• Reliability safeguarded and enhanced functionality

Instrument Panel

The instrument panel on the R 1200 R is essentially based on the new two cylinder model line. In addition to tachometer and revolution counter, the total mileage, trip 1 and 2, selected gear and time are also displayed. In addition, the fuel low level warning light comes on if the tank level drops below 1 gallon.

The instrument panel can be extended with an on-board computer as an option, to display further information in the existing array.

Ergonomic Design

The seat of the R 1200 R is optimized to suit the length of the leg arch. The narrow seat saddle section at the front affords exceptional floor reach and a more relaxed knee angle than with the R 1150 R.

The series seat is 800 mm (31.5 inches) in height with a leg arch length of 1,800 mm (70.8 inches). The R 1200 R can optionally also be equipped with a “low dual seat” — 770 mm (30.3 inches) — or a “high dual seat” — 830 mm (32.7 inches).

The handlebar position relative to the seat is largely unchanged from the R 1150 R.

Benefits:

• Greater seat comfort for rider and pillion
• Greater knee angle comfort
• Good floor reach
• Easy to maneuver
• Freedom of movement with a sports feel