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BMW K 1200 RS 20052005 BMW K 1200 RS specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
| BMW's profilation of this bike |
| The K 1200 RS is the shortest connection between high-tech and passion. Whether two people want to go for long rides in comfort or whether you want to do some sporty riding, the K 1200 RS provides the dynamic power for that spontaneous adrenalin kick and individual comfort on long trips. |
| General information | |
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| Model name | BMW K 1200 RS |
| Year of manufacture | 2005 |
| Type | Sport touring |
| Rating | 3.6 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 |
| Output | 128.7 HP (94.0 kW)) @ 8750 RPM |
| Torque | 117.0 Nm (11.9 kgf-m or 86.3 ft.lbs) @ 6750 RPM |
| Top speed | 286.0 km/h (177.7 mph) |
| Compression | 11.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 70.5 x 75.0 mm (2.8 x 3.0 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection / BMW engine management, Motronic MA 2.4 with overrun fuel cut-off |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Transmission type | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
| Clutch | Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.90 litres/100 km (20.4 km/l or 48.00 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 113.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Bridging frame consisting of die-cast aluminium, engine decoupled from vibration through bearings |
| Rake (fork angle) | 27.3° |
| Trail | 124 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever |
| Front wheel travel | 115 mm (4.5 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Die-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever |
| Rear wheel travel | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front brakes | Double disc. 4-piston caliper |
| Diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 2-piston caliper |
| Diameter | 285 mm (11.2 inches) |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Dry weight | 266.0 kg (586.4 pounds) |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 285.0 kg (628.3 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.4839 HP/kg |
| Seat height | 770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height | 1200 mm (47.2 inches) |
| Overall length | 2250 mm (88.6 inches) |
| Overall width | 850 mm (33.5 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1550 mm (61.0 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 20.50 litres (5.42 US gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Starter | Electric |
| Comments | ABS brakes. |
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| Further information | |
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