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R1250RS

R1250RS

BMW

Rated output100 kW (136 hp) at 7,750 rpm
Emission controlClosed-loop 3-way catalytic converter
TypeTwo-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
Bore stroke102.5 mm x 76 mm
Capacity1,254 cc
Max torque143 Nm at 6,250 rpm / 105 lb-ft at 6,250 rpm
Compression ratio12.5 : 1
Mixture controlElectronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire
Exhaust emission standards EUEU 5
Fuel consumption per 100 km based on WMTC4.75 l
Fuel typeSuper unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI
Co2 emission based on WMTC110 g/km
AlternatorPermanent magnet alternator with 508 W (nominal power)
Battery12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free
ClutchMultiplate clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch
GearboxClaw-shifted 6-speed gearbox with helical gears
DriveCardan
FrameSteel tube frame with load-bearing engine, steel tube sub-frame
Front wheel suspensionUpside-down telescopic fork
Rear wheel suspensionCast aluminum single-sided swingarm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD shock absorber, spring preload continuously adjustable hydraulically by handwheel, rebound damping adjustable by handwheel
Suspension travel front rear140 mm / 140 mm / 5.5" / 5.5"
Wheelbase1,527 mm / 60.1"
Castor114.8 mm / 4.51"
Steering head angle61.7°
WheelsAluminium cast wheels
Rim front3.50 x 17"
Rim rear5.50 x 17"
Tyre front120/70 ZR17
Tyre rear180/55 ZR17
Brake frontTwin disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper
Brake rearSingle disc brake, diameter 276 mm, 2-piston floating caliper
AbsBMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (partial integral, lean angle optimized)
Seat height unladen weight820 mm (seat low: 760 mm; seat sport: 840 mm) / 32.3" (seat low: 29.9"; seat sport: 33.0")
Usable tank volume18 l / 4.7 gal
Reserveapprox. 4 l / approx. 1 gal
Length2,187 mm / 86.1" (over license plate holder)
Width890 mm / 35.0" (above mirror)
Unladen weight road ready fully fuelled243 kg / 536 lbs
Permitted total weight460 kg / 1014 lbs
Payload with standard equipment217 kg / 478 lbs
Standard equipmentTFT display with BMW Motorrad Connectivity, Full LED headlight, Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Integral ABS Pro (lean-optimised ABS), 3 riding modes (Eco, Rain, Road), Hill Start Control (HSC), USB charging socket, Intelligent emergency call, Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), 4-way mechanically adjustable windscreen
Optional equipmentDynamics package (includes Pro riding modes, Engine Drag Torque Control (MSR), Shift Assistant Pro and Dynamic ESA), Comfort package (includes Keyless Ride, heated grips, tyre pressure control (RDC), chrome-plated exhaust system or chrome-plated exhaust manifold), Tour package (includes navigation device preparation, cruise control, centre 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, Sports silencer, Pro riding modes with additional modes (Dynamic, Dynamic Pro) and preselected riding mode (individualised number of selectable modes), automatic Hill Start Control (HSC Pro), and engine drag torque control (MSR)
Optional accessoriesLuggage system, Tank bag, Tinted windscreen, Topcase, Liner for touring case and topcase, Option 719 footrest system, adjustable, Seats in different heights, Engine protection bar

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