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BMW K 1200 RS

General moped information

ModelBMW K 1200 RS
Year2004
CategorySport touring
Rating77.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Rating78.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes

Engine and transmission

Engine typeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power130.00 HP (94.9 kW)) @ 8750 RPM
Fuel systemInjection
Fuel controlDOHC
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox6-speed
Fuel consumption4.90 litres/100 km (20.4 km/l or 48.00 mpg)
Greenhouse gases113.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Frame typeBridging frame consisting of die-cast aluminium, engine decoupled from vibration through bearings.
Rake (fork angle)27.2°
Trail124 mm (4.9 inches)
Front tyre dimensions120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions180/55-ZR17
Front brakesDouble disc
Front brakes diameter305 mm (12.0 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc
Rear brakes diameter285 mm (11.2 inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight266.0 kg (586.4 pounds)
Power/weight ratio0.4887 HP/kg
Seat height770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alternate seat height800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
Overall height1,200 mm (47.2 inches)
Overall length2,250 mm (88.6 inches)
Overall width850 mm (33.5 inches)
Fuel capacity20.50 litres (5.42 gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity4.00 litres (1.06 gallons)
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