1.General information
Model: BMW K 1200 R
Year: 2004
Category: Naked bike
2.Engine and transmission
Displacement: 1157.00 ccm (70.60 cubic inches)
Engine type: In-line four
Stroke: 4
Power: 160.92 HP (117.5 kW)) @10250 RPM
Torque: 127.00 Nm (12.9 kgf-m or 93.7 ft.lbs) @ 8250 RPM
Compression: 13.0:1
Bore x stroke: 79.0 x 59.0 mm (3.1 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel system: Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management including knock sensor (BMS-K)
Valves per cylinder: 4
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type final drive: Shaft drive (cardan)
Clutch: Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, hydraulically operated
More details: Consult a BMW repair manual.
3.Physical measures
Dry weight: 211.0 kg (465.2 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: 237.0 kg (522.5 pounds)
Seat height: 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height: 1,230 mm (48.4 inches)
Overall length: 2,228 mm (87.7 inches)
Overall width: 856 mm (33.7 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,580 mm (62.2 inches)
4.Chassis and dimensions
Frame type: Bridging frame, die-cast aluminium, load bearing engine
Rake (fork angle): 29.0°
Trail: 101 mm (4.0 inches)
Front suspension: BMW Motorrad Duolever
Front suspension travel: 115 mm (4.5 inches)
Rear suspension: Die-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Rear suspension travel: 135 mm (5.3 inches)
Front tyre dimensions: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions: 180/50-ZR17
Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 265 mm (10.4 inches)
5.Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio: 0.7627 HP/kg
6.Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)
Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles): 4.70 litres (1.24 gallons)
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