The BMW R 1150RS is a groundbreaking motorcycle that embodies the perfect blend of touring prowess and high-performance capabilities. Powering this exceptional machine is a four-stroke, two-cylinder Boxer engine, boasting four valves per cylinder and electronically fuel-injected for optimal performance and efficiency.
Its innovative Telelever front suspension system revolutionizes the way motorcycles handle, providing unparalleled stability and control. This ingenious design separates the steering and suspension systems, eliminating the flex and brake-induced geometry shifts that plague traditional telescopic forks.
Riding the R 1150RS is an immersive experience, with the engine’s smooth, linear power delivery and the Telelever’s exceptional suppleness making it an absolute joy to navigate twisty roads and long stretches of open highway. Whether carving through mountain passes or cruising down the highway, the BMW R 1150RS is an unparalleled riding experience that will leave you eager for more.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder
Engine Capacity
1130 cc / 69 cu in
Max Power
70 kw / 95 hp
Max Torque
98 Nm / 19.0 kgf-m / 72.3 ft-lb @ 5500 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity
6.1 US gallons / 23.0 L
Seat Height
31.1 inches / 790 mm
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
BMW R 1150RS
Year
2000 – 2001
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 4 valves per cylinder
Displacement
1130 cc / 69 cu in
Bore x Stroke
101 x 70.5 mm
Compression Ratio
11.3:1
Max Horsepower
70 kw / 95 hp
Max Torque
98 Nm / 19.0 kgf-m / 72.3 ft-lb @ 5500 rpm
Engine Management System
Bosch Motronic MA 2.4 Fuel injection
Lubrication System
Wet sump
Cooling System
Air/Oil cooled
Performance
Top Speed
212 km/h / 132 mph
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
Clutch
Dry, single plate, hydraulic operated
Gearbox
6 Speed
Final Drive
Shaft
Electrical & Electronics System
Starter
Electric
Chassis & Suspension
Frame Type
Three section composite frame consisting of front & rear section, load bearing engine
Front Suspension
Telelever with central suspension strut, continuously variable rebound stage.
Rear Suspension
Central suspension strut with coil spring and single tube gas shock absorber, continuously variable rebound stage, hydraulically adjustable spring preload.
Rear Suspension Travel
5.3 inches / 135 mm
Rake
25.5
Trail
111 mm / 4.4 in
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tire Size
120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire Size
170/60 ZR17
Front Brakes
2 x 305 mm Discs, 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes
Single 285 mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Dimension & Weights
Seat Height
31.1 inches / 790 mm
Wheelbase
58.0 inches / 1473 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
6.1 US gallons / 23.0 L
Dry Weight
246 kg / 542.3 lbs
Features
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer engine
4 valves per cylinder
Telelever front suspension system
Continuously variable rebound stage
Central suspension strut with coil spring and single tube gas shock absorber
Continuously variable rebound stage
Hydraulically adjustable spring preload
Electronic fuel-injection
Air cooled engine
Boxer engine design
Four valves per cylinder
Belt-driven camshafts
Electronic fuel-injection
Telelever front suspension system
Anti-dive effect when front brake is applied
Separate suspension and steering systems
Feedback to the rider from suspension
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