2005 BMW K 1200 S. Chris van Wyk.
BMW's profilation of this bike
Sport is about being number one - on the BMW K 1200 S. Its main aim is: never trail the pack. It was created as a masterpiece of engineering for a thrilling riding experience featuring a hitherto unknown combination of technology, performance and design.
General information
Motorcycle name
BMW K 1200 S
Year of manufacture
2005
Type
Sport
Rating
3.9 Check out the detailed rating of racing track capabilities, engine performance, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size
1157.0 ccm (70.60 cubic inches)
Type of engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Output
164.9 HP (120.4 kW )) @ 10250 RPM
Torque
130.0 Nm (13.3 kgf-m or 95.9 ft.lbs) @ 8250 RPM
Top speed
200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
Compression
13.0:1
Bore x stroke
79.0 x 59.0 mm (3.1 x 2.3 inches)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management including knock sensor (BMS-K)
Fuel control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch
Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, hydraulically operated
Fuel consumption
4.70 litres/100 km (21.3 km/l or 50.05 mpg)
Greenhouse gases
109.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Bridging frame, die-cast aluminium, load bearing engine
Rake (fork angle)
29.0°
Trail
112 mm (4.4 inches)
Front suspension
BMW Motorrad Duolever
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
190/50-ZR17
Front brakes
Double disc
Diameter
320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes
Single disc
Diameter
265 mm (10.4 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight
226.5 kg (499.3 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
248.0 kg (546.7 pounds)
Power/weight ratio
0.7282 HP/kg
Seat height
820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height
1211 mm (47.7 inches)
Overall length
2182 mm (85.9 inches)
Overall width
905 mm (35.6 inches)
Wheelbase
1571 mm (61.9 inches)
Fuel capacity
19.00 litres (5.02 US gallons)
Other specifications
Starter
Electric
Comments
ABS brakes.
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