The BMW K 1200R is a naked bike that embodies the perfect blend of menace and class. With its powerful inline-four-cylinder engine, this motorcycle delivers potent acceleration and exceptional power delivery.
Its engine character is marked by a seamless transition from relaxed cruising to explosive acceleration, making it an ideal companion for both everyday riding and spirited sport riding.
The K 1200R’s riding experience is a true reflection of its design philosophy, where performance and style are perfectly intertwined. Whether you’re carving through twisties or devouring the highway, this bike is sure to leave you grinning from ear to ear.
Its lightweight and agile handling, coupled with its exceptional braking power, makes the K 1200R a thrilling ride that demands to be ridden hard. And with its limited production numbers, this bike is sure to become a collector’s item for years to come. The BMW K 1200R is truly a machine that redefines the boundaries of what a naked bike can achieve.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Engine Capacity
1157 cc / 70.6 cu in
Max Power
120 kw / 161 hp
Max Torque
127 Nm / 12.9 kgf-m / 93.7 lb-ft @ 8250 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity
19 L/ 5.0 US gal
Seat Height
32.3 inches / 820 mm
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
BMW K 1200R
Year
2005
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut, rebound damping electronically adjustable with optional ESA
Rear Suspension
Die-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut with lever system, spring pre-load adjustable to continuously variable levels by means of hydraulic handwheel (electronically adjustable with optional ESA), adjustable rebound damping (rebound damping and compression electronically adjustable with optional ESA)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tire Size
120/70-17
Rear Tire Size
180/55-17
Front Brakes
2 x ∅320mm discs, 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes
Single ∅265mm disc
Dimension & Weights
Seat Height
32.3 inches / 820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
19 L/ 5.0 US gal
Dry Weight
237 kg / 522 lbs
Features
167-horsepower peak power output
1157cc liquid-cooled inline-four-cylinder engine
Canted cylinder block toward the front wheel by 55 degrees
Center of gravity reduced for improved handling
Compact and light engine design
Broad, flat torque curve
94 lb-ft peak torque
80% of peak torque available from 3500 rpm to 11,000 rpm
Digital Motor Electronics with anti-knock control
Fully sequential cylinder-specific fuel injection
Aerodynamically designed instrument-panel fairing
Asymmetrical headlights
Engine oil cooler
Powerful and agile handling
Massive acceleration and quick turning
Perfectly docile for cruising
Standard BMS-K (BMW Engine Management with Anti-Knock Control) system
BMW Power Cup racing machine
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