| General information | 
  
    | Motorcycle name | BMW K 1200 RS | 
    | Year model | 1998 | 
    | Type | Sport touring | 
    | Rating | 3.7   See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike. | 
    
        | Engine and transmission | 
  
    | Engine size | 1171.0 ccm (71.45 cubic inches) | 
    | Type of engine | In-line four, four-stroke | 
    | Effect | 130.0 HP (94.9  kW)) @ 8750 RPM | 
    | Torque | 117.0 Nm (11.9 kgf-m or 86.3 ft.lbs) @ 6750 RPM | 
    | Top speed | 250.0 km/h (155.3 mph) | 
    | Valves per cylinder | 4 | 
    | Cooling system | Liquid | 
    | Gearbox | 6-speed | 
    | Transmission type | Shaft drive (cardan)  (final drive) | 
    
        | Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | 
  
    | Front brakes | Dual disc | 
    | Rear brakes | Single disc | 
    
        | Physical measures and capacities | 
  
    | Dry weight | 264.0 kg (582.0 pounds) | 
    | Power/weight ratio | 0.4924 HP/kg | 
    | Seat height | 770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. | 
    | Alternate seat height | 800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. | 
    
        | Other specifications | 
  
    | Starter | Electric | 
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