2018 BMW R 1200 RT LE

BMW R 1200 RT LE 2018


2018 BMW R 1200 RT LE specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

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A ventilation duct makes the head of the machine appear to float above the side trim panel to a certain extent. This combination of vehicle head and side trip panel highlights the light agility of the machine.

General information
Model name BMW R 1200 RT LE
Year of manufacture 2018
Type Touring
Rating 3.5  See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size 1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Type of engine Twin, four-stroke
Output 125.0 HP (91.2 kW)) @ 7750 RPM
Torque 125.0 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Top speed 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
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, electronic intake pipe 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, hydraulically operated
Fuel consumption 4.96 litres/100 km (20.2 km/l or 47.42 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 115.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Exhaust system Chrome
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Two-section frame consisting of front and rear sections, load-bearing engine-gearbox unit
Rake (fork angle) 26.4°
Trail 116 mm (4.6 inches)
Front suspension BMW Motorrad Telelever
Front wheel travel 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear suspension BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever
Rear wheel travel 136 mm (5.4 inches)
Front tire 120/70-ZR17
Rear tire 180/55-ZR17
Front brakes Double disc. ABS
Diameter 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. ABS
Diameter 276 mm (10.9 inches)
Wheels Cast aluminium
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 276.0 kg (608.5 pounds)
Seat height 805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1415 mm (55.7 inches)
Overall length 2222 mm (87.5 inches)
Overall width 983 mm (38.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1485 mm (58.5 inches)
Fuel capacity 25.00 litres (6.61 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Alpine White, Carbon Black Metallic, Mars red metallic/Dark slate metallic matt, Sparkling storm metallic
Starter Electric
Carrying capacity Saddle bags
Comments Windscreen. Heated grips. Heated Seat. Riding modes rain and road. Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment. Central locking system, Tyre Pressure Control, Anti-Theft Alarm
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