BMW R 1250 RS (2024)

The BMW R 1250 RS is a powerful sports touring bike. Characterized by its two-cylinder boxer engine with BMW ShiftCam technology, it visually embodies sporty dominance and unadulterated riding pleasure. Thanks to wind and weather protection, as well as the relaxed sitting position and assistance systems, you can enjoy every corner and every mile – whether alone or with a companion. Every punch of your boxer drives you forward – every single time. On every journey and every dynamic intermediate sprint. You demand more with confidence– and the bike delivers. Simply put: #NeverStopChallenging.

Key Specifications

Engine Type	Two-cylinder, air/liquid-cooled, four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead spur-gear driven camshafts, one counterbalance shaft and BMW ShiftCam variable intake camshaft control
Engine Capacity	1254 cc
Max Power	136 hp @ 17750 rpm
Max Torque	105 lb-ft @ 11,000 rpm 142.3 Nm @ 6250 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.7 L 4.7 US gallons
Weight (Wet/Kerb)	243 kg 536 lbs
Seat Height	32.3 inches (seat low: 29.9inches; seat sport: 33.0inches) 820 mm (seat low: 759 mm; seat sport: 838 mm)

All Specifications

Make & Model

Model	BMW R 1250 RS
Year	2024

Engine

Type	Two-cylinder, air/liquid-cooled, four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead spur-gear driven camshafts, one counterbalance shaft and BMW ShiftCam variable intake camshaft control
Engine Capacity	1254 cc
Max Power	136 hp @ 17750 rpm
Max Torque	105 lb-ft @ 11,000 rpm 142.3 Nm @ 6250 rpm
Bore x Stroke	102.5 mm x 76 mm
Compression	12.5:1
Engine control	Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire
Fuel	Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI

Transmission

Clutch	Multiplate clutch in oil bath, slipper clutch
Gearbox	Claw-shifted 6-speed gearbox witConstant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gears
Final Drive	Cardan shaft drive

Electrical System

Generator	Permanent magnet alternator with 508 W (nominal power)
Battery	12 V / 12 Ah

Chassis & Suspension

Frame construction type	Steel tube frame with load-bearing engine, steel tube sub-frame
Front suspension	Upside-down telescopic fork
Front Suspension Travel	5.5 inches / 139.7 mm
Rear suspension	Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD shock absorber, spring preload continuously adjustable hydraulically by handwheel, rebound damping adjustable by handwheel
Rear Suspension Travel	5.5 inches / 139.7 mm
Steering Head Angle	61.7°

Wheels & Brakes

Wheels	Aluminum cast wheels
Wheel castor	4.51 inches / 114.5 mm
Front Wheel/Rim Size	3.50 x 17″
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR17
Rear Wheel/Rim Size	5.5 x 17″
Rear Tyre	180/55 ZR17
Front Brakes	Twin disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper
Rear Brakes	Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, 2-piston floating caliper
ABS	BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (partial integral, lean angle optimized)

Dimension & Weights

Total length	86.1 inches / 2187mm (over license plate holder)
Total width incl. bar end mirrors	35 inches / 889 mm
Wheelbase	60.1 inches / 1526.5 mm
Seat height	32.3 inches (seat low: 29.9 inches; seat sport: 33.0 inches) 820.4 mm (seat low: 251.4 mm; seat sport: 838.2 mm)
Weight (wet/kerb)	243 kg / 536 lbs
Permitted total weight	1014 lbs / 460 kg
Fuel tank capacity	17.7 L / 4.7 US gallons

Equipment

Standard equipment 

• TFT display with BMW Motorrad Connectivity
• Full LED headlight
• Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
• Integral ABS Pro (lean-optimized ABS)
• 3 Ride Modes (Eco, Rain, Road)
• Hill Start Control (HSC)
• USB charging socket
• Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
  

Optional equipment 

• Dynamic package (includes Pro Ride modes, Engine Drag Torque Control (MSR), Shift Assistant Pro and Dynamic ESA)
• Tour package (includes navigation device preparation, cruise control, center stand and case holder)
• Dynamic ESA (electronically adjustable chassis with load compensation and automatic damping mode)
• Heated seat for rider and passenger
• Option 719 billet pack
• Pro Ride modes with additional modes (Dynamic, Dynamic Pro) and preselected riding mode (individualized number of selectable modes), automatic Hill Start Control (HSC Pro), and engine drag torque control (MSR)
  

BMW R 1250 RS 2024 Colour Options

• Light White
• Sport
• Triple Black

Performance Packages

• Dynamics package
• Comfort Package
• Tour package

Exclusive Option 719

• Option 719 Classic billet pack
• Option 719 Storm billet packs
• Option 719 billet packs Shadow