2021 BMW R1250RS : SPORT TOURING IN THE FAST LANE.
Introducing the 2021 BMW R1250RS.
Each tour is determined by two factors: time and distance. With the new BMW R 1250 RS you can get more out of every tour. The rich 105 lb-ft torque and 136 hp of the new boxer engine accelerate you quickly to your cruising speed. The innovative BMW ShiftCam technology offers you more torque over the entire speed range, so you can rocket to an impressive sprint in every riding situation. The redesigned front gives the full-LED headlight a fresh, sporty look and performs or rides aerodynamically into the wind. This way, you can ride quickly and comfortably at any time. One thing is certain – no matter how much road you ride, with the R 1250 RS your riding pleasure grows with every mile you ride.
SPORTY TOURING IN THE FAST LANE.
Each tour is determined by two factors: time and distance. With the BMW R 1250 RS you can get more out of every tour. The rich 105 lb-ft torque and 136 hp of the boxer engine accelerate you quickly to your cruising speed. The innovative BMW ShiftCam technology offers you more torque over the entire speed range, so you can rocket to an impressive sprint in every riding situation. The redesigned front gives the full-LED headlight a fresh, sporty look and performs or rides aerodynamically into the wind. This way, you can ride quickly and comfortably at any time. One thing is certain – no matter how much road you ride, with the R 1250 RS your riding pleasure grows with every mile you ride.
The perfect combination of travel and sport is what characterizes the standard model of the R 1250 RS. The latest engine brings the riding experience to a whole new level. Find out all about the technical data and the standard equipment here.
2021 BMW R1250RS Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
- Style Sport in Austin Yellow metallic now with new frame colour in matt black, Option 719 Stardust metallic is dropped.
- Disengageable capability ABS is dropped.
- Changeover to EU-5.
- New optional equipment: Driving Modes Pro option now includes engine drag torque control.
- Extended optional equipment: Driving Modes Pro now includes Core Screen Sport.
- New optional equipment: Option 719 milled parts package Shadow with engine housing cover front & cylinder head covers anodized in black/silver.
- New optional equipment: Option 719 milled parts package Shadow II with hand levers, rider footrests and foot lever as well as expansion tank covers anodized in Black/Silver.
- New optional equipment: Option 719 milled parts packages Storm/Storm II with the same parts as in Option 719 milled parts packages Shadow/Shadow II.
- Option 719 HP milled parts package, HP milled parts package II and Option 719 seat are dropped.
- Sports silencer replaces previous HP rear silencer.
- ASC Automatic stability control)
- Full-LED headlight
- HSC (Hill start control)
- TFT-Display with connectivity
- 2 riding modes (Rain, Road)
2021 BMW R1250RS Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
Sportiness meets ergonomics.
The R 1250 RS combines sportiness with touring ability. The completely revised front, including engine spoiler, emphasizes the overall style of the Sport Tourer. The symmetrical layout of the twin headlights gives the R 1250 RS a balanced and modern look. The handlebar geometry ensures a sporty sitting position.
Full power ahead.
BMW ShiftCam is the name of the innovative technology that lets you accelerate faster from any speed. This is achieved by means of a variable camshaft control system. The increase to 136 hp gives you more power and, with the capacity expansion to 1254 cc, the possibility to make another sprint in the fast lane. The increase in torque (max 105 lb-ft) is noticeable in every rpm range, delivering the typical boxer punch an pure riding pleasure.
LED MAIN HEADLIGHT.
BMW Motorrad has been a pioneer when it comes to motorcycling safety for decades. Thanks to its innovative strength, the manufacturer quickly established itself as a trendsetter in this field, and will continue to achieve new benefits when it comes to motorcycling safety in the future. The latest example for BMW Motorrad’s innovative strength in this field is the full-LED headlight with integrated daytime riding light, which is available for the first time in series production motorcycle- the R 1200 GS. This LED main headlight illuminates the road with a hitherto unmatched light clarity as the only one of its kind in the world. The LED for the high-beam headlights is vastly different and has a strong light intensity with its two glass lenses. Furthermore, the optional accessory also has a tail lamp, which provides an even better rear view with its two bars.
The automatic transition between daytime riding light and low-beam headlight is done automatically depending on the setting in the instrument cluster menu.
With the daytime riding light switched on, the motorcyclist is significantly more visible and is therefore much safer. Added to this is the striking look of the horizontal “U”, which – as with the light rings on the K 1600 models – are an unmistakable identifying feature of the new GS.
The light unit has two LEDs each for low and high-beam, and four additional LEDs for the daytime riding light and the position light. These are fastened to a central heat sink made of die-cast aluminium. An axial fan is positioned behind the heat sink. Another air rectifier directs the warm air to the window glass and in so doing creates an air circulation in the headlight. This air circulation allows the headlight to de-thaw and also makes an active contribution towards de-icing the headlight lens in the winter.
THE HIGHLIGHTS OF THE R 1250 RS.
- BMW ShiftCam.
- Style Sport.
- Style Exclusive.
- Dynamic ESA of the latest generation.
- Ride Modes.
- Connectivity.
- The Engine.
TFT display with connectivity.
Connect your smartphone to your bike via Bluetooth. The 6.5-inch TFT display shows you everything about your motorcycle and offers you in conjunction with the smartphone app additional features such as navigation, music and phone.
2021 BMW R1250RS – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $ 15695 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $ 18000 CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £12415 GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
Engine
Type Air/liquid-cooled 4-stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft and variable engine timing system BMW ShiftCam
Bore x stroke 102.5 mm x 76 mm
Capacity 1,254 cc
Rated output 136 hp at 7,750 rpm
Max. torque 105 lb-ft at 6,250 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-4
Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed Over 125 mph
Fuel consumption 50 mpg (WMTC)
Fuel type Premium Unleaded
Electrical system
Alternator Three-phase 508 W generator
Battery 12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free
R 1250 RS Body
Power transmission
Clutch Oil lubricated clutch, hydraulically operated
Gearbox Constant-mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical cut gears
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, Ø 45 mm
Rear wheel location / suspension Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Paralever; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) via handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
Suspension travel front / rear 5.5″ / 5.5″ (140 mm / 140 mm)
Wheelbase 60.2″ (1,530 mm)
Castor 4.4″ (110.9 mm)
Steering head angle 62.3°
Wheels Cast aluminum wheels
Rim, front 3.50” x 17”
Rim, rear 5.50” x 17”
Tires, front 120/70 ZR 17
Tires, rear 180/55 ZR 17
Brake, front Dual floating disc brakes, 4-piston radial 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 86.7″ (2,202 mm)
Width (incl. mirrors) 36.4″ (925 mm)
Height (excl. mirrors) 49.4″ (1,255 mm)
Seat height, unladen weight Standard Seat: 32.3″
Inner leg curve, unladen weight Sport Seat: 73.8″, Standard Seat: 72.4″, Low Seat: 67.7″
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled 536 lbs (243 kg) 1)
Permitted total weight 1,014 lbs (460 kg)
Payload (with standard equipment) 478 lbs (217 kg)
Usable tank volume 4.8 gal (18 L)
Reserve Approx. 1 gal (4 L)
1) According to guideline VO (EU) 168/2013 with all fluids, with standard equipment and fuelled with at least 90% of usable tank volume.
2021 BMW R1250RS – Totalmotorcycle.com Canada Specifications/Technical Details
Engine
Type Air/liquid-cooled four stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft and variable engine timing system BMW ShiftCam
Bore / stroke 102.5 mm x 76 mm
Capacity 1,254 ccm
Rated output 136 hp at 7,750 rpm
Max. torque 143 Nm at 6,250 rpm
Compression ratio 12.5 :1
Mixture control Electronic intake pipe injection
Emission control Regulated three-way catalytic converter, compliant with EU-5 emission standard
Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed Over 200 km/h
Fuel consumption per 100 km based on WMTC 4.75 l/100km
CO2 emission based on WMTC 110 g/km
Fuel type Unleaded super, octane number 95 (RON) adapive fuel quality regulation (91 to 98 RON)
Electrical system
Alternator Three-phase alternator 508 W (nominal power)
Battery 12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free
R 1250 RS Body
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 1,530 mm
Castor 110.9 mm
Steering head angle 62.3°
Wheels Cast aluminium wheels
Rim, front 3.50” x 17”
Rim, rear 5.50” x 17”
Tire, front 120/70 ZR 17
Tire, 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
Seat height 820 mm (OE low seat: 760 mm; OE sport seat: 840 mm)
Inner leg curve 1,840 mm (OE low seat: 1,720 mm; OE sport seat: 1.875 mm)
Usable tank volume approx. 18 l
Reserve approx. 4 l
Length (over mud guard) 2,202 mm
Height (over windshield) min. 1,255 mm; max. 1,340 mm
Wide (over mirror) 925 mm
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled9 243 kg 1)
Permitted total weight 460 kg
Payload (with standard equipment) 217 kg
1) According to guideline VO (EU) 168/2013 with all fluids, with standard equipment and fuelled with at least 90% of usable tank volume.
2021 BMW R1250RS – Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
Engine
Type Air/liquid-cooled four stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft and variable engine timing system BMW ShiftCam
Bore / stroke 102.5 mm x 76 mm
Capacity 1,254 ccm
Rated output 100 kW at 7,750 rpm
Max. torque 143 Nm at 6,250 rpm
Compression ratio 12.5 :1
Mixture control Electronic intake pipe injection
Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-5
Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed Over 200 km/h
Fuel consumption per 100 km based on WMTC 4.75 l/100km
CO2 emission based on WMTC 110 g/km
Fuel type Unleaded super, octane number 95 (RON) adapive fuel quality regulation (91 to 98 RON)
Electrical system
Alternator Three-phase alternator 508 W (nominal power)
Battery 12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free
R 1250 RS Body
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 1,530 mm
Castor 110.9 mm
Steering head angle 62.3°
Wheels Cast aluminium wheels
Rim, front 3.50” x 17”
Rim, rear 5.50” x 17”
Tyre, front 120/70 ZR 17
Tyre, 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
Seat height 820 mm (OE low seat: 760 mm; OE sport seat: 840 mm)
Inner leg curve 1,840 mm (OE low seat: 1,720 mm; OE sport seat: 1.875 mm)
Usable tank volume approx. 18 l
Reserve approx. 4 l
Length (over mud guard) 2,202 mm
Height (over windshield) min. 1,255 mm; max. 1,340 mm
Wide (over mirror) 925 mm
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled9 243 kg 1)
Permitted total weight 460 kg
Payload (with standard equipment) 217 kg
1) According to guideline VO (EU) 168/2013 with all fluids, with standard equipment and fuelled with at least 90% of usable tank volume.
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