| General information |
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| Model: | BMW K 1200 RS |
| Year: | 1999 |
| Category: | Sport touring |
| Rating: | 72.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes |
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| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 1171.00 ccm (71.45 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | In-line four |
| Stroke: | 4 |
| Power: | 130.00 HP (94.9 kW)) @ 8750 RPM |
| Torque: | 117.00 Nm (11.9 kgf-m or 86.3 ft.lbs) @ 6750 RPM |
| Compression: | 11.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 70.5 x 75.0 mm (2.8 x 3.0 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Starter: | Electric |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | 6-speed |
Transmission type
final drive: | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Physical measures |
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| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: | 290.0 kg (639.3 pounds) |
| Front percentage of weight: | 50.7 |
| Seat height: | 790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Alternate seat height: | 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
| Wheelbase: | 1,555 mm (61.2 inches) |
| Chassis and dimensions |
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| Front suspension travel: | 115 mm (4.5 inches) |
| Rear suspension travel: | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Front tyre dimensions: | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tyre dimensions: | 170/60-ZR17 |
| Front brakes: | Dual disc |
| Front brakes diameter: | 305 mm (12.0 inches) |
| Rear brakes: | Single disc |
| Rear brakes diameter: | 285 mm (11.2 inches) |
| Speed and acceleration |
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| Top speed: | 248.0 km/h (154.1 mph) |
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): | 3.300 seconds |
| 60-140 km/h (37-87 mph), highest gear: | 7.500 seconds |
| Other specifications |
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| Fuel capacity: | 21.00 litres (5.55 gallons) |
| Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles): | 0.71 litres (0.19 gallons) |
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