BMW R 1200RT 2016 User Manual

Spring preload
Setting
It is essential to set the spring
preload to suit the load carried by
the motorcycle. Increase spring
preload when the vehicle is heav-
ily loaded and reduce spring
preload accordingly when the
vehicle is lightly loaded.
Adjusting spring preload
at rear wheel
WARNING
Adjusting the spring preload
while riding.
Accident hazard
Adjust the spring preload
only when the motorcycle is
stationary.
Park the motorcycle, ensuring
that the support surface is firm
and level.
Pull bottom of cover 1 slightly
outward at position 2.
To avoid damaging the cover
and the mounts, lift off cover at
the positions 3.
WARNING
Uncoordinated settings of
spring preload and spring
strut damping.
Poorer handling.
Adjust damping characteristic
to changed spring preload.
To raise the spring preload,
turn the adjustment knob 1
clockwise using the special
tool 2 (onboard tool kit).
To reduce the spring preload,
turn the adjustment knob 1
counterclockwise using the
tool 2.
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BMW R 1200RT 2016 Specifications

General

Displacement	1170 cc
Transmission	6-speed
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Front Tire	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire	180/55 ZR17
Curb Weight	274 kg
Power	125 hp (92 kW) at 7, 750 rpm
Torque	125 Nm at 6, 500 rpm
Front Suspension	BMW Motorrad Telelever
Rear Suspension	BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front Brake	Dual disc, 320 mm
Rear Brake	Single 276 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Seat Height	805 / 825 mm
Fuel Capacity	25 liters
Engine Type	Air/liquid-cooled four stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft