2018 BMW R 1200 RS

BMW R 1200 RS 2018


2018 BMW R 1200 RS specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

BMW's profilation of this bike
Thanks to its relaxed, sporty seating position and its perfect wind and weather protection, the bike offers an entirely new ride feel when travelling fast and riding along country roads in sporty style.

General information
Model name BMW R 1200 RS
Year model 2018
Type Allround
Rating 3.8  Check out the detailed rating of reliability, maintenance costs, value for money, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle.
Engine and transmission
Engine size 1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Type of engine Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Effect 125.0 HP (91.2 kW)) @ 7750 RPM
Torque 125.0 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Compression 12.5:1
Bore x stroke 101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Injection. Digital engine management with electronic fuel injection
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Lubrication system Wet sump
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Wet eight-disc clutch with anti-hopping function, hyrdaulically operated
Fuel consumption 4.60 litres/100 km (21.7 km/l or 51.13 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 106.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission details Closed-­loop 3-­way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-­4
Exhaust system Chrome
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine
Rake (fork angle) 27.7°
Trail 115 mm (4.5 inches)
Front suspension Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, travel 140 mm, silver-anodized
Front wheel travel 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear suspension BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever
Rear wheel travel 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Front tire 120/70-ZR17
Rear tire 180/55-ZR17
Front brakes Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers.
Diameter 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
Diameter 276 mm (10.9 inches)
Wheels Cast aluminium
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 236.0 kg (520.3 pounds)
Seat height 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1273 mm (50.1 inches)
Overall length 2202 mm (86.7 inches)
Overall width 925 mm (36.4 inches)
Wheelbase 1527 mm (60.1 inches)
Fuel capacity 18.00 litres (4.76 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity 3.00 litres (0.79 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Light Grey Metallic/Magellan Grey Metallic Matt
Starter Electric
Comments Switchable ABS.
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