BMW R 1200RT 2016 User Manual

Danger of overheating
ATTENTION
Engine idling for a lengthy
period while at a standstill
Overheating due to insufficient
cooling; in extreme cases vehicle
fire
Do not allow the engine to idle
unnecessarily.
After starting, ride off
immediately.
Modifications
ATTENTION
Modifications to the motor-
cycle (e.g. engine control
unit, throttle valves, clutch)
Damage to the affected parts,
failure of safety-relevant func-
tions, expiration of warranty
Do not make any
modifications.
Observe checklist
Use the following checklist to
check your motorcycle at regu-
lar intervals.
Always before riding off
Check operation of the brake
system.
Check operation of the lighting
and signal system.
Check clutch function ( 125).
Checking tire tread depth
( 128).
Checking tyre pressure
( 127).
Check secure holing of cases
and luggage.
without Dynamic ESA
OE
Adjusting spring preload at rear
wheel ( 85).
Adjusting damping on rear
wheel ( 86).
with Dynamic ESA
OE
Setting suspension compliance
( 62).
At every third refueling
stop
Check engine oil level ( 120).
Checking front brake pad thick-
ness ( 122).
Checking rear brake pad thick-
ness ( 122).
Check front brake fluid level
( 123).
Checking rear brake fluid level
( 124).
Check coolant level ( 125).
Starting
Starting the engine
Switch on ignition.
Pre-Ride-Check in progress
( 93)
ABS self-diagnosis is
performed ( 94)
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92
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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