2006 BMW R 1200 RT

BMW R 1200 RT 2006


2006 BMW R 1200 RT specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

BMW's profilation of this bike
No country is too far away, no journey too long - the R 1200 RT and your desire to travel will make every trip an unforgettable experience from the first mile to the last. ´Active touring´ is more than a slogan - it´s a lifestyle which this touring bike puts into action mile by mile.

General information
Motorcycle name BMW R 1200 RT
Model year 2006
Category Touring
Rating 3.7  See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Engine type Twin, four-stroke
Power output 108.6 HP (79.3 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque 115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression 12.0:1
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: BMW engine management, BMS-K with overrun fuel cut-off, dual ignition
Fuel control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Cooling system Oil & air
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated
Fuel consumption 3.60 litres/100 km (27.8 km/l or 65.34 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 83.5 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Rake (fork angle) 26.6°
Trail 110 mm (4.3 inches)
Front suspension BMW Motorrad Telelever
Front wheel travel 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear suspension Die-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD suspension element
Rear wheel travel 135 mm (5.3 inches)
Front tire 120/70-ZR17
Rear tire 180/55-ZR17
Front brakes Double disc
Diameter 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes Double disc
Diameter 265 mm (10.4 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 229.0 kg (504.9 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 259.0 kg (571.0 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.4743 HP/kg
Seat height 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Overall length 2230 mm (87.8 inches)
Overall width 905 mm (35.6 inches)
Wheelbase 1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Fuel capacity 27.00 litres (7.13 US gallons)
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