NEW 2014 BMW R1200RT The 2014 BMW R1200RT features a completely new engine. The new boxer engine is the most significant change. It’s the same air- and liquid-cooled 1170cc unit found in the R1200GS, but now fitted with a heavier crankshaft and alternator to add powertrain smoothness while also making the bike harder to stall.
New bodywork with the power-adjustable windscreen is said to offer much better weather protection.
The main frame is stronger, for greater directional stability, and the rider triangle formed by the handlebars, seat and footpegs has been lowered nearly an inch (20mm) to make it much easier for a short rider’s boots to reach the ground.
Peak power is listed as 125 hp at 7,750 rpm, complemented by 92 pound-feet of torque at 6,500 rpm. This compares favorably to the air- and oil-cooled boxer in the 2013 BMW R1200RT, which produced a claimed 110 hp at 7,750 rpm and 89 pound-feet of torque at 6,000.
2014 BMW R1200RT Key Features
•Air/liquid-cooled twin-cylinder boxer engine with a displacement of 1,170 cc. Output 92 kW (125 hp) at 7,750 rpm, maximum torque 125 Nm (92 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm.
•Crankshaft and alternator with increased centrifugal mass for even smoother engine running.
•Two riding modes (“Rain” and “Road”) plus Automatic Stability Control (ASC).
•Riding mode Pro with “Dynamic” riding mode and Hill Start Control as an option.
•Gear Shift Assistant Pro as an option for added comfort and dynamism when changing gear.
•New chassis with a continuous frame, more agile and comfortable.
•Semi-active suspension Dynamic ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment) as an option.
•New bodywork in more dynamic design, optimised comfort and aerodynamics.
•New, adjustable windshield for even better wind and weather protection.
•New headlight concept, LED daytime running light as an option.
•Multifunctional instrument cluster with large TFT colour display.
•BMW Motorrad Pro onboard computer offering a wide range of information.
•Innovative audio controls.
•New colours and optional extras and special accessories made to BMW Motorrad’s customary high standards of quality.
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| NEW BMW R 1200 RT (2014 - PRESENT) | |
| Engine and transmission | |
| Displacement: | Capacity 1,170 cc |
| Engine type: | Air/liquid-cooled DOHC opposed twin, 8 valve |
| Compression: | ratio 12.5 : 1 |
| Bore n stroke: | 101 mm x 73 mm |
| Rated output | 125 bhp at 7,750 rpm |
| Max. torque | 125 Nm at 6,500 rpm |
| Mixture control / engine management | Digital Engine Management |
| Emission control | Emission standard EU-3 |
| Performance, Fuel Consumption | |
| Maximum speed | Over 125 mph |
| Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h | 3.9 litres |
| Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h | 5.3 litres |
| Fuel type | Unleaded octane 95 RON |
| Electrical system | |
| Alternator | Alternator 540 W |
| Battery | 12 V / 19 Ah, maintenance-free |
| Power transmission | |
| Clutch | Hydraulic slipper clutch |
| Gearbox | Six-speed gearbox |
| Drive | Shaft drive |
| Chassis / brakes | |
| Frame | 2-part tubular frame, engine partially load-bearing |
| Front wheel location / suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 37 mm, central spring strut |
| Rear wheel location / suspension | Cast aluminium single swing arm with Paralever; adjustable rear suspension |
| Suspension travel front / rear | 120 mm / 136 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 58.4 inches (1,485 mm) |
| Castor | 4.5 inches (116 mm) |
| Steering head angle | 63.5° |
| Wheels | Cast aluminum |
| Rim, front | 3.50 x 17" |
| Rim, rear | 5.50 x 17" |
| Tyres, front | 120/70 ZR 17 |
| Tyres, rear | 180/55 ZR 17 |
| Brake, front | Dual disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, four-piston fixed calipers |
| Brake, rear | Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, double-piston floating caliper |
| ABS As Standard | BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (part-integral) |
| Assistance systems | ASC Automatic Stability Control |
| Dimensions / weights | |
| Length | 2,222 mm |
| Width (incl. mirrors) | 985 mm |
| Height (excl. mirrors) | 1,415 mm |
| Seat height, unladen weight | 805 / 825 mm (high seat 830 / 850 mm, low seat 760 / 780 mm) |
| Inner leg curve, unladen weight | 1810 / 1580 mm (high seat 1875 / 1915 mm, low seat 1740 / 1780 mm) |
| Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled | 274 kg |
| Dry weight Permitted total weight | 495 kg |
| Usable tank volume | 6.6 gallons (25.0 liters) |
| Reserve | Approx. 1 gallon (4.0 liters) |
Source: BMW Motorrad International
