2017 BMW R1200R Review

2017 BMW R1200R

2017 BMW R1200R

2017 BMW R1200R

2017 BMW R1200R Review

2017 BMW R1200R on www.Totalmotorcycle.com

The roadster revolution is beginning…

Never-ending riding fun.

From design concept to the new R 1200 R.

The new R 1200 R marks the status quo in terms of aesthetic appeal, dynamic performance and design. When our developers put forward their visions in the BMW Concept Roadster, this bike was their greatest source of inspiration. And that’s no surprise – after all, the new R 1200 R is a powerful all-rounder that combines comfort, athletic flair and design in an entirely unique way.

Ground-breaking design.

Compact, tight, muscular – the bike’s new design sets it clearly apart from its predecessor. The upside down telescopic fork based on the pattern of the S 1000 RR not only gives this powerhouse a striking appearance but also ensures stability and precise handling. With the sharply drawn lines along the fuel tank and the seamless transition across the seat to the rear, this roadster has a look that perfectly matches the way it rides.

Individual style.

Giving justice to riders’ individual preferences even better, the new R 1200 R is available not only in the basic paint finish racing red uni but also in two additional style variants: a sporty light white uni / Cordoba blue (frame colour and tape) and exclusive Thunder grey metallic with a golden fork (only available with the option Dynamic ESA).

Cutting-edge technology.

The R 1200 R is ahead of its time in terms of technology, too. A total of 125 hp provides supreme propulsion in the new R 1200 R. Together with the riding modes that can be accessed at the press of a button, the optionally available traction control (DTC) puts this power effectively onto the asphalt. The rider has everything in view and under control thanks to the redesigned and expanded instrument panel. This sits on a bridge made of high-end aluminium in the cockpit.

Outstanding individual flair.

The range of fittings available for the R 1200 R is especially impressive: tank rucksack, BMW Navigator V and four different windshields are the perfect preparation for a big tour, while the latest generation of the optional Dynamic ESA further increases riding dynamics in the R 1200 R. Innovative features such as the preparation for the navigation unit with multi-controller, Shift Assistant Pro and Keyless Ride turn a sports-style roadster into a genuine all-rounder. There are also a range of painstaking details such as the milled hand lever and rider footrests or the crash bar in electropolished stainless steel which strike a perfect balance between functional tuning and visual customisation. The optional equipment riding modes Pro contains ABS Pro and Dynamic Brake Light (homologation in progress).

2017 BMW R1200R www.Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features

Options/Packages
AC ABS Pro (cornering-optimized ABS) is now included as part of 224 Ride Modes Pro, which is only offered in the 238 Dynamic Package and ZPP Premium Package. Although European models include a Dynamic Brake Light with ABS Pro, this light will not be available in the US market. Pricing has been revised as follows to account for the added value of ABS Pro:
o ZPP (+$50 = $3,250) / 238 (+$50 = $325 MSRP).

Colors
N1K Carbon Black Metallic ($0) and Alpine White ($0) replace N0E San Marino Blue Metallic / Granite Grey Metallic Matte and NC9 Ebony Metallic.

2017 BMW R1200R www.Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits

2017 BMW R1200R – www.Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $ See dealer for pricing in USD

Engine
Type Air/liquid-cooled 4-stroke flat twin engine, four valves per cylinder, double overhead camshaft, wet sump lubrication
Bore x stroke 101 mm x 73 mm
Capacity 1,170 cc
Rated output 125 hp (92 kW) at 7,750 rpm
Max. torque 92 lb-ft (125 Nm) at 6,500 rpm
Compression ratio 12.5 : 1
Mixture control / engine management Electronic fuel injection with ride-by-wire throttle system
Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3
Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed Over 125 mph
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h 60 mpg at a constant 55 mph (3.9 l)
Fuel type Premium Unleaded
Electrical system
Alternator Three-phase 508 W generator
Battery 12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free
Power transmission
Clutch Multi-plate wet clutch, hydraulically operated
Gearbox Constant-mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical cut gears
Drive Shaft drive 2.82:1
Chassis / brakes
Frame Tubular steel bridge frame, engine self-supporting
Front wheel location / suspension Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 45 mm
Rear wheel location / suspension Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW EVO Paralever; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
Suspension travel front / rear 5.5″ / 5.5″ (140 mm / 140 mm)
Wheelbase 59.7″ (1,515 mm)
Castor 4.9″ (125.6 mm)
Steering head angle 62.3°
Wheels Cast aluminum wheels
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 floating disc brakes, 4-piston fixed calipers, diameter 320 mm
Brake, rear Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, dual-piston floating caliper
ABS BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (part-integral, can be switched off)
Dimensions / weights
Length 85.3″ (2,165 mm)
Width (incl. mirrors) 34.7″ (880 mm)
Height (excl. mirrors) 51.2″ (1,300 mm)
Seat height, unladen weight 31.1″ (790 mm) Standard; variable seat heights available between 29.9″ (760 mm) and 33.1″ (840 mm) (available as accessories and/or factory options, see an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer)
Inner leg curve, unladen weight 70.1″ (1,780 mm) Standard; variable inner leg curve (inseam) between 67.7″ (1,720 mm) and 73.8″ (1,875 mm) (seats available as accessories and/or factory options, see an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1) 508 lbs (231 kg)
Permitted total weight 990 lbs (450 kg)
Payload (with standard equipment) 483 lbs (219 kg)
Usable tank volume 4.7 gal (18 l)
Reserve Approx. 1 gal (4.0 l)

2017 BMW R1200R – www.Totalmotorcycle.com Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
Canada MSRP Price: $ See dealer for pricing in CDN

Engine
Type Air/liquid-cooled four stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft
Bore x stroke 101 mm x 73 mm
Capacity 1,170 cc
Rated output 92 kW (125 hp) at 7,750 rpm
Max. torque 125 Nm at 6,500 rpm
Compression ratio 12.5 : 1
Mixture control / engine management Electronic intake pipe injection
Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4
Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed over 200 km/h
Fuel type Unleaded super, octane number 95 (RON)
Electrical system
Alternator three-phase alternator 508 W (nominal power)
Battery 12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free
Power transmission
Clutch oil lubricated clutch, hydraulically operated
Gearbox Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gear teeth
Drive Shaft drive
Chassis / brakes
Frame Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine
Front wheel location / suspension Telescopic Upside-Down fork; stanchion diameter 45 mm
Rear wheel location / suspension Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable at handwheel
Suspension travel front / rear 140 mm / 140 mm
Wheelbase 1.515 mm
Castor 125,6 mm
Steering head angle 62.3°
Wheels Cast aluminium wheels
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, 4-piston radial calipers
Brake, rear Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, double-piston floating caliper
ABS BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (part-integral), disengageable
Dimensions / weights
Length 2.165 mm
Width (incl. mirrors) 880 mm
Height (excl. mirrors) 1.300 mm
Seat height, unladen weight 790 mm (rider seat low*/high* 760 / 820 mm) *OE
Inner leg curve, unladen weight 1780 mm (rider seat* low*/high* 1720 / 1835 mm) *OE
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1) 231 kg
Permitted total weight 450 kg
Payload (with standard equipment) 219 kg
Usable tank volume 18 l
Reserve approx. 4 l

2017 BMW R1200R – www.Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £ GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)

Engine
Type Air/liquid-cooled, twin-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with double overhead spur-gear-driven camshaft and balance shaft
DOHC cylinder head with four valves per cylinder, cylinders built into crankcase
Bore x stroke 101 mm x 73 mm
Capacity 1,170 cc
Rated output 125 bhp (92 kW) at 7,750 rpm
Max. torque 125 Nm at 6,500 rpm
Compression ratio 12.5 : 1
Mixture control / engine management Digital engine management with electronic fuel injection, electronic throttle valve control (fly by wire)
Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed Over 200 km/h
Fuel type Premium unleaded, 95 octane (RON)
Electrical system
Alternator Three-phase alternator 508 W (nominal power)
Battery 12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free
Power transmission
Clutch Wet eight-disc clutch with anti-hopping function, hydraulically operated
Gearbox Built-in six-speed helical gearbox
Drive Shaft drive
Chassis / brakes
Frame Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine
Front wheel location / suspension Upside-down telescopic fork. diameter 45 mm travel 140mm, silver-anodized
Rear wheel location / suspension BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever: Spring preload steplessly and hydraulically adjustable via handwheel, rebound damping adjustable, WAD travel-related damping strut
Suspension travel front / rear 140 mm / 140 mm
Wheelbase 1,515 mm
Castor 125.6 mm
Steering head angle 62.3°
Wheels Cast aluminium wheels
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 Double-disc with four-piston radial brake calipers, diameter 320 mm
Brake, rear Single disc brake with double-piston floating caliper, diameter 276 mm
ABS BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (partially-integral), switchable
Dimensions / weights
Length 2,165 mm
Width (incl. mirrors) 880 mm
Height (excl. mirrors) 1,300 mm
Seat height, unladen weight 790 mm (low seat 760 mm, high seat 820 mm)
Inner leg curve, unladen weight 1780 mm (low seat 1720, high seat 1835 mm)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1) 232 kg
Permitted total weight 450 kg
Payload (with standard equipment) 218 kg
Usable tank volume 18 litres
Reserve Approx. 4 litres

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