2005 BMW R 1200 C Independence

BMW R 1200 C Independence 2005


2005 BMW R 1200 C Independence specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

BMW's profilation of this bike
Freedom: The BMW R 1200 C has been created to set you free. Jump in the saddle, push the start button, leave your daily worries behind and say goodbye to conformity. Chrome auxiliary headlamps bring even more light into the darkness and focus your eye on the destination.

General information
Model name BMW R 1200 C Independence
Model year 2005
Category Custom / cruiser
Rating 3.2  See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Engine type Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Power output 60.3 HP (44.0 kW)) @ 5000 RPM
Torque 98.0 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.3 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM
Top speed 168.0 km/h (104.4 mph)
Compression 10.0:1
Bore x stroke 101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection/digital engine management: Bosch Motronic MA 2.4 with overrun fuel cut-off, twin spark ignition
Cooling system Oil & air
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Three-section composite frame consisting of front and rear section, load bearing engine.
Rake (fork angle) 29.5°
Trail 86 mm (3.4 inches)
Front suspension BMW Motorrad Telelever
Front wheel travel 35 mm (1.4 inches)
Rear suspension Die-cast steel single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Monolever
Rear wheel travel 135 mm (5.3 inches)
Front tire 100/90-ZR18
Rear tire 170/80-ZR15
Front brakes Double disc
Diameter 305 mm (12.0 inches)
Rear brakes Double disc
Diameter 285 mm (11.2 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 239.0 kg (526.9 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 259.0 kg (571.0 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.2525 HP/kg
Seat height 740 mm (29.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1130 mm (44.5 inches)
Overall length 2340 mm (92.1 inches)
Overall width 1050 mm (41.3 inches)
Wheelbase 1650 mm (65.0 inches)
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