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