“With the new BMW R 1300 RT, we’ve taken the touring icon from BMW Motorrad to a whole new level. It is lighter in design, more accessible and more dynamic than ever before. In addition, with a completely new engine, chassis and aerodynamics, it offers a riding experience that meets the highest demands in this segment in terms of dynamics, comfort and travel capability”.
Harald Spagl, Project Manager BMW R 1300 RT
Key Specifications
| Engine Type | Air/liquid-cooled four-stroke flat twin engine with double overhead and chain driven camshafts and balance gear wheels |
| Engine Capacity | 1,300 cc |
| Max Power | 145 hp at 7,750 rpm |
| Max Torque | 150 Nm @ 6,500 rpm 110 ft-lbs @ 6,500 rpm |
| Top Speed | > 120 mph / 193.1 kmph |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23.8 L 6.3 US gallons |
| Weight (Wet/Kerb) | 281 kg 619.5 lbs |
| Seat Height | Standard Seat: 32.2 – 33.0 inches / 817.8 – 838.2 mm Comfort Seat Low: 30.7 – 31.4 inches / 779.7 – 797.5 mm Comfort Seat: 32.4 – 33.3 inches / 822.9 – 845.8 mm Comfort Seat High: 33.0 – 33.8 inches / 838.2 – 858.5 mm |
All Specifications
Make & Model
| Model | BMW R 1300 RT |
| Year | 2026 |
Engine
| Engine Type | Air/liquid-cooled four-stroke flat twin engine with double overhead and chain driven camshafts and balance gear wheels |
| Displacement | 1,300 cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 106.5 mm x 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13.3 : 1 |
| Number of Cylinders | 2 |
| Max Horsepower | 145 hp at 7,750 rpm |
| Max Torque | 150 Nm @ 6,500 rpm 110 ft-lbs @ 6,500 rpm |
| Valve Train | DOHC |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 |
| Ø intake / exhaust valve dia | 44 / 35.6 inches 1117.6 / 904.2 mm |
| Ø throttle valve | 52 inches 1320.8 mm |
| Engine Management System | BMS-O |
| Exhaust System | Closed-loop three-way catalytic converter |
| Emissions Compliance | EU-5+ |
Performance
| Top Speed | over 120 mph / 193.1 lmph |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h, 0-60 mph) | 3.6s |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km |
Transmission
| Clutch | Wet clutch with anti-hopping function, hydraulically activated |
| Gearbox | Claw-shift 6-speed transmission |
| Primary Drive Ratio | 1.479 |
| Secondary Drive Ratio | 2.818 |
| Gear Ratios | l – 2.438 ll – 1.714 lll – 1.296 lV – 1.059 V – 0.906 Vl – 0.794 |
| Final Drive | Cardan shaft drive |
Electrical & Electronics System
| Battery | 12 V / 12.5 Ah |
| Alternator/Generator | 650 W |
| Headlight Type | LED |
| Taillight Type | LED |
| Instrumentation | 10.25-inch TFT colour screen with integrated map navigation |
| Connectivity | WLAN and Bluetooth |
| Riding Modes | Standard – Rain Road, Eco Pro – Dynamic, Dynamic Pro |
| Traction Control System | Dynamic Traction Control DTC |
| ABS | BMW Motorrad Full Integral ABS Pro (fully integral braking function, lean angle optimized) |
Chassis & Suspension
| Frame Type | Two-part frame consisting of main frame, bolted rear frame, and load-bearing engine |
| Front Suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO-Telelever, handlebar tilting decoupled via flex element, central shock absorber |
| Front Suspension Travel | 5.8 inches / 147.3 mm |
| Rear Suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO-Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, continuous swingarm bearing axle, central suspension strut |
| Rear Suspension Travel | 6.2 inches / 157.4 mm |
| Rake | 64.2° |
| Trail | 4.78 inches / 121.4 mm |
Wheels & Brakes
| Wheels | Aluminum cast wheels |
| Front Wheel/Rim Size | 3.50 x 17 inches |
| Front Tire Size | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear Wheel/Rim Size | 6.00 x 17 inches |
| Rear Tire Size | 190/55 ZR17 |
| Front Brakes | Twin disc brake, diameter 310 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc brake, diameter 285 mm, 2-piston floating caliper |
| ABS | BMW Motorrad Full Integral ABS Pro (fully integral braking function, lean angle optimized) |
Dimension & Weights
| Overall Length | 87.7 inches / 2227.5 mm |
| Overall Width | 38.2 inches / 970.2 mm |
| Overall Height | 54.2 inches / 1376.6 mm |
| Seat Height | Standard Seat: 32.2 – 33.0 inches / 817.8 – 838.2 mm Comfort Seat Low: 30.7 – 31.4 inches / 779.7 – 797.5 mm Comfort Seat: 32.4 – 33.3 inches / 822.9 – 845.8 mm Comfort Seat High: 33.0 – 33.8 inches / 838.2 – 858.5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 59.0 inches / 1498.6 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23.8 L 6.3 US gallons |
| Wet (kerb/curb) Weight | 281 kg / 619.5 lbs |
| Dry Weight | 264.8 kg / 584 lbs |
| Max Load Capacity | 509.8 kg / 1124 lbs |
Electronics
Lighting & Safety Electronics
- Full LED headlight (standard) – 12 LEDs (low beam) + 5 LEDs (high beam)
- Headlight Pro (optional) – Adaptive cornering light with:
- 16 LEDs (low beam) + 31 LEDs (high beam)
- Pitch compensation (servomotor adjusts cutoff line during braking/acceleration)
- Adaptive light modes (intelligent adjustment of beam direction/intensity)
- LED lighting system (state-of-the-art LED turn signals and rear lighting)
Riding Assistance & Safety Systems
- Riding Assistant (optional) – Includes:
- Active Cruise Control (ACC) – Radar-based speed/distance control
- Frontal Collision Warning (FCW) – Radar-based collision alert with brake preconditioning
- Lane Change Warning (new addition)
- Dynamic Cruise Control (DCC) with braking function (standard)
- Intelligent Emergency Call (eCall) (standard) – Automatic emergency alert system
Infotainment & Connectivity
- 10.25-inch TFT color display (standard) – Full HD (1920×720), anti-reflective, anti-fingerprint coating
- Integrated map navigation (via BMW Motorrad Connected App)
- Connectivity Hub – Controls accessories (e.g., smart glasses, heated vests)
- Multicontroller (standard) – Intuitive operation of navigation, audio, and settings
- Favorites buttons (4-button cluster) – Customizable shortcuts (e.g., heated grips, media, navigation)
- Bluetooth & WLAN antennas – Dual-radio setup for helmet/smartphone connectivity
- BMW Motorrad Connected App (free download)
Audio System
- Standard Audio System – Includes:
- Integrated radio antenna (HD, FM/AM, optional SAT radio)
- Perforated speaker grilles with black fleece
- Equalizer profiles (studio, bass-boost, treble-boost, voice, balanced)
- Audio Pro (optional) – Upgraded system with:
- Active 4-channel amplification (vs. 2-channel standard)
- Separate tweeter/midrange & woofer control
- Gold-dust speaker domes (visible through silver grilles)
- “Adaptive” sound profile (auto-adjusts for speed/wind noise)
- Basotec foam lining (reduces vibrations)
Comfort & Convenience Electronics
- Actively ventilated smartphone charging compartment (standard) – USB-C fast charging
- Heated grips (optional, part of Comfort Passenger Package)
- Heated seats (optional) – Rider (all seat variants) + passenger (requires Comfort seat)
- Heated passenger backrest & grips (optional, top-case accessory)
- 12V power socket & USB-C port (standard)
BMW R 1300 RT 2026 Colours and Styles
Alpine White
- Alpine White 3 paint.
- Brushed stainless steel rear muffler.
- Polished stainless steel exhaust manifold.
- Tubular handlebars.
- Mineral Grey Metallic Matte painted fuel tank.
Style Triple Black
- Black Storm Metallic paint.
- Dark chrome-plated exhaust system.
- Sport windshield.
- Forged handlebars
- Painted fuel tank.
- Alternative version with:
- Tubular handlebars.
- Clear-coated aluminum fuel tank.
- High windshield.
Style Impulse
- Racing Blue Metallic paint.
- Dark chrome-plated exhaust system.
- Forged handlebars.
- Variable wind deflectors.
- Design Option wheels.
- Natural brushed aluminum fuel tank.
- Alternative version with:
- Tubular handlebars.
- Clear coated aluminum fuel tank.
Option 719 Camargue
- Blue Ridge Mountain Metallic paint.
- Handpainted pinstriping.
- Chrome-plated exhaust system.
- Forged handlebars.
- Variabel wind deflectors.
- Option 719 Sport wheels.
- Milled Shadow Pack controls.
- Pained fuel tank.
- Alternative version with:
- Tubular handlebars.
- Clear coated aluminum fuel tank.
Options and Packages
Alpine White Package
- Gearshift Assist Pro
- Automatic Shift Assistant
- Ride Modes Pro
- DCA Dynamic Chassis Adaption
- Riding Assistant
- Sport Brake
- Central Locking
- Anti-Theft Alarm
- Centerstand
- Variable Luggage System
- Headlight Pro
- Audio System
- LED Auxiliary Lights
- Comfort Rider’s Seat
- Comfort Passenger’s Seat
Style Triple Black / Style Impulse / Style Option 719 Package
- Gearshift Assist Pro
- Automatic Shift Assistant
- Ride Modes Pro
- DCA Dynamic Chassis Adaption
- Riding Assistant
- Sport Brake
- Central Locking
- Anti-Theft Alarm
- Centerstand
- Variable Luggage System
- Headlight Pro
- Audio System
- LED Auxiliary Lights
- Comfort Rider’s Seat
- Comfort Passenger’s Seat
- Variable Wind Deflector
- Topcase carrier
- Topcase
- 12v outlet for passenger
Individual Options
- Aluminum fuel tank with dark tinted clear coat.
- Audio Pro.
- Design Option wheels with red stripe and “1300” lettering.
- Forged Handlebars.
- Windshield, high.
- Windshield Sport.
- Variable Wind Deflector.
- Tubular handlebars.
- Comfort rider’s seat with seat heating.
- Comfort passenger’s seat with seat heating.
- Option 719 Milled Parts Package Shadow.
- Option 719 Wheel Sport.
Accesories
Case protector.
Topcase large 54 liters, electrified.
Topcase small 39 liters.
Case Liner topcase large/small.
Case Liner cases left/right.
Additional Topcase brake light.
Engine protection bar.
Comfort windscreen.
Adjustable rider footrests.
