2024 BMW R1250R Guide

2023 BMW R1250R
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2023 BMW R1250R

2024 BMW R1250R: SPORTINESS MADE VISIBLE.

Introducing the 2024 BMW R1250R…

The 2024 BMW R 1250 R continues the 100-year-old tradition of combining agility, performance and comfort in a package that is as suitable for twisty mountain roads, daily commuting, and even two-up tour.

The 1,254 cc 2-cylinder air/liquid-cooled boxer engine delivers 136 hp and 105 ft-lbs of torque and meets EU5 emissions regulations. Thanks to BMW ShiftCam technology, which varies intake valve timing and lift, the R 1250 R delivers outstanding power and torque across the entire rpm range with the added benefits of quiet and smooth operation and excellent fuel economy.

Feel and enjoy the torque delivered by this boxer with every twist of your wrist. With Core Screen Sport, you now have this sportiness – in the truest sense of the word – at your fingertips. The TFT display provides information such as DTC interventions, your current and maximum lean, as well as the brake intervention force.

Unadulterated riding pleasure with that classic boxer punch: The BMW R 1250 R. The only thing as exceptional as its drive system using BMW ShiftCam technology is its versatility: Whether sporty and dynamic, pure and classic, or effortless and relaxed: This roadster delivers an incomparable riding experience. Make a clear statement with its power train and maximum torque of 105 lb-ft whenever you want. And with its handling, you are the master of every mile – however you want. Simply put: #NeverStopChallenging

The naked boxer roadster has been a BMW success story since the very first BMW motorcycle was produced in 1923 – the 494 cc, 8.5 hp boxer-twin powered R 32.

Eco mode for more efficient riding
Being able to ride with ease and unwavering calm, on a powerful boxer: This is also a sign of versatility. With the R 1250 R’s new Eco mode, you get maximum range every time you fill your tank. The TFT display shows you how efficient your riding style is. For maximum performance, you can switch to another riding mode, quick and easy, at any time. The standard Rain and Road riding modes now also include ABS Pro and DTC.

With its dynamic handling and powerful boxer engine with BMW ShiftCam technology, the updated BMW R 1250 R means unparalleled versatility.

 

 

 

2024 BMW R1250R Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features

Colors

  • Ice Grey (standard / unchanged)
  • Style Sport: Racing Blue Metallic (optional / unchanged)
  • Style Triple Black (optional / unchanged)

 

Intelligent Emergency Call is available as standard or as an option for the following models and series in the USA and Canada for model year 2024: F 900 R and XR (optional) K1600x (standard), R 1250x (standard), R 18 B and Transcontinental (standard), S 1000 R / RR (standard), CE 04 (standard). Intelligent Emergency Call adds a covered SOS button, loudspeaker and microphone to the right-side handlebar controls.

The eCall system uses BMW Motorrad Connected Services which can be activated during new vehicle delivery to the customer. When pressed, the SOS button connects the rider to an agent who can be advised verbally of the general situation, of the level of injury, if one exists and who can contact emergency services, if required. If a motorcycle fall or crash is detected, an eCall is automatically placed.

For model year 2024, all new BMW M motorcycles include the 600-mile Ultimate Care Break-In Service. The BMW Ultimate Care service programs were launched in 2021.

 

 

 

 

 

2024 BMW R1250R Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits

Options and Packages

  • Premium Pkg: MSR Dynamic Engine Brake Control, Gear Shift Assist Pro and Ride Modes Pro have been added.
  • Design Option Silencer, Chrome Exhaust Pipe, Cruise Control and TPM Tire Pressure Monitor have been removed from package.TPM Tire
  • Pressure Monitor is available as a stand-alone option.

 

Standard Equipment

  • Intelligent emergency call (ECALL) for USA and Canada.

 

 

 

2024 BMW R1250R – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $15,395 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $ CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £ GBP (total selling price)

Engine

Rated output

136 hp at 7,750 rpm

Emission control

Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter

Type

Two-cylinder, air/liquid-cooled, four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead spur-gear driven camshafts, one counterbalance shaft and BMW ShiftCam variable intake camshaft control

Bore x stroke

102.5 mm x 76 mm

Capacity

1,254 cc

Max. torque

105 lb-ft at 6,250 rpm

Compression ratio

12.5 : 1

Mixture control

Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire

Performance / fuel consumption

Fuel type

Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI

Electrical system

Alternator

Permanent magnet alternator with 508 W (nominal power)

Battery

12 V / 12 Ah

Power transmission

Clutch

Multiplate clutch in oil bath, slipper clutch

Gearbox

Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gears

Drive

Cardan shaft drive

Chassis / brakes

Frame

Steel tube frame with load-bearing engine, steel tube sub-frame

Front wheel location / suspension

Upside-down telescopic fork

Rear wheel location / suspension

Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD shock absorber, spring preload continuously adjustable hydraulically by handwheel, rebound damping adjustable by handwheel

Suspension travel, front / rear

5.5″ / 5.5″

Wheels

Aluminum cast wheels

Rim, front

3.50 x 17″

Rim, rear

5.50 x 17”

Tire, front

120/70 ZR17

Tire, rear

180/55 ZR17

Brake, front

Twin disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper

Brake, rear

Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, 2-piston floating caliper

ABS

BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (partial integral, lean angle optimized)

Dimensions / weights

Seat height at unladen weight

32.2″

Usable tank volume

4.7 gal

Reserve

approx. 1 gal

Length

85.2″ (over license plate holder)

Height

51.2″ (above mirror, at unladen weight)

Width

34.6″ (above mirror)

Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled

527 lbs

1)

Permitted total weight

1,014 lbs

Payload (with standard equipment)

487 lbs

1) With all operating fluids, with standard equipment and refueled with min. 90% of the usable fuel tank capacity.

 

 

 

 

 

2024 BMW R1250R – Totalmotorcycle.com Canada Specifications/Technical Details

Engine

Rated output

100 kW (136 hp) at 7,750 rpm

Emission control

Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter

Type

Two-cylinder, air/liquid-cooled, four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead spur-gear driven camshafts, one counterbalance shaft and BMW ShiftCam variable intake camshaft control

Bore x stroke

102.5 mm x 76 mm

Capacity

1,254 cc

Max. torque

143 Nm at 6,250 rpm

Compression ratio

12.5 : 1

Mixture control

Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire

Exhaust emission standards

EU 5

Performance / fuel consumption

Fuel consumption per 100 km based on WMTC

4.75 l

Fuel type

Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI

CO2 emission based on WMTC

110 g/km

Electrical system

Alternator

Permanent magnet alternator with 508 W (nominal power)

Battery

12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free

Power transmission

Clutch

Multiplate clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch

Gearbox

Claw-shifted 6-speed gearbox with helical gears

Drive

Cardan

Chassis / brakes

Frame

Steel tube frame with load-bearing engine, steel tube sub-frame

Front wheel location / suspension

Upside-down telescopic fork

Rear wheel location / suspension

Cast aluminum single-sided swingarm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD shock absorber, spring preload continuously adjustable hydraulically by handwheel, rebound damping adjustable by handwheel

Suspension travel, front / rear

140 mm / 140 mm

Wheels

Aluminium cast wheels

Rim, front

3.50 x 17″

Rim, rear

5.50 x 17”

Tire, rear

180/55 ZR17

Brake, front

Twin disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper

Brake, rear

Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, 2-piston floating caliper

ABS

BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (partial integral, lean angle optimized)

Dimensions / weights

Seat height at unladen weight

820 mm

Inner leg curve at unladen weight

1,840 mm

Usable tank volume

18 l

Reserve

approx. 4 l

Length

2,165 mm (over license plate holder)

Height

1,300 mm (above mirror, at DIN unladen weight)

Width

880 mm (above mirror)

Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled

239 kg

1)

Permitted total weight

460 kg

Payload (with standard equipment)

221 kg

1) According to Guideline (EU) 168/2013 with all operating fluids, with standard equipment and refuelled with min. 90% of the usable fuel tank capacity.

 

 

 

 

2024 BMW R1250R – Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details

Engine

Rated output

100 kW (136 hp) at 7,750 rpm

Emission control

Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter

Type

Two-cylinder, air/liquid-cooled, four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead spur-gear driven camshafts, one counterbalance shaft and BMW ShiftCam variable intake camshaft control

Bore x stroke

102.5 mm x 76 mm

Capacity

1,254 cc

Max. torque

143 Nm at 6,250 rpm

Compression ratio

12.5 : 1

Mixture control

Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire

Exhaust emission standards

EU 5

Performance / fuel consumption

Fuel consumption per 100 km based on WMTC

4.75 l

Fuel type

Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI

CO2 emission based on WMTC

110 g/km

Electrical system

Alternator

Permanent magnet alternator with 508 W (nominal power)

Battery

12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free

Power transmission

Clutch

Multiplate clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch

Gearbox

Claw-shifted 6-speed gearbox with helical gears

Drive

Cardan

Chassis / brakes

Frame

Steel tube frame with load-bearing engine, steel tube sub-frame

Front wheel location / suspension

Upside-down telescopic fork

Rear wheel location / suspension

Cast aluminum single-sided swingarm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD shock absorber, spring preload continuously adjustable hydraulically by handwheel, rebound damping adjustable by handwheel

Suspension travel, front / rear

140 mm / 140 mm

Wheelbase

1,512 mm

Castor

129.60 mm

Steering head angle

61.7°

Wheels

Aluminium cast wheels

Rim, front

3.50 x 17″

Rim, rear

5.50 x 17”

Tyre, front

120/70 ZR17

Tyre, rear

180/55 ZR17

Brake, front

Twin disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper

Brake, rear

Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, 2-piston floating caliper

ABS

BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (partial integral, lean angle optimized)

Dimensions / weights

Seat height at unladen weight

820 mm

Inner leg curve at unladen weight

1,840 mm

Usable tank volume

18 l

Reserve

approx. 4 l

Length

2,165 mm (over license plate holder)

Height

1,300 mm (above mirror, at DIN unladen weight)

Width

880 mm (above mirror)

Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled

239 kg

1)

Permitted total weight

460 kg

Payload (with standard equipment)

221 kg

1) According to Guideline (EU) 168/2013 with all operating fluids, with standard equipment and refuelled with min. 90% of the usable fuel tank capacity.

 

 

 

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