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BMW R 1200 RT 2008 — Specs & Overview
Specifications and model details
The BMW R 1200 RT is a other motorcycle produced between 2008. Developed by BMW from DE, it represents the other class and carries the characteristics typical of its production period.
Other trims in the lineup
BMW R 1200 GS(2019)BMW R 1200 GS Adventure(2019)BMW R 1200 R(2019)BMW R 1200 RS(2019)BMW R 1200 GS Rallye(2018)BMW R 1200 GS Rallye TE(2018)BMW R 1200 GS TE(2018)BMW R 1200 GS TE Exclusive(2018)BMW R 1200 GS xDrive Hybrid(2018)BMW R 1200 R Exclusive(2018)BMW R 1200 R Sport(2018)BMW R 1200 RS ConnectedRide(2018)BMW R 1200 RS Sport(2018)BMW R 1200 RS Sport SE(2018)BMW R 1200 RT LE(2018)BMW R 1200 RT SE(2018)BMW R 1200 GS TripleBlack(2016)BMW R 1200 GS Adventure XE(2014)BMW R 1200 GS Enduro(2014)BMW R 1200 R 90 Years(2014)BMW R 1200 R Classic(2014)BMW R 1200 R DarkWhite Special Model(2014)BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Triple Black(2012)BMW R 1200 GS Triple Black(2012)BMW R 1200 S(2009)BMW R 1200 ST(2008)BMW R 1200 RT Police(2007)BMW R 1200 C Classic(2005)BMW R 1200 C Independence(2005)BMW R 1200 C Montauk(2005)BMW R 1200 CL(2005)BMW R 1200 C(2003)BMW R 1200 Avantgarde C(2002)BMW R 1200 C Independent(2002)BMW R 1200 Avantgarde(2001)BMW R 1200 Classic(2001)BMW R 1200 Independent(2001)BMW R 1200 C - R 1200 C Avantgarde(2000)
Power
108.6 HP (79.3 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque
115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Wet weight
204.0 kg (449.7 pounds)
Seat height
820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel capacity
16.00 litres (4.23 US gallons)
Key features
Double disc
Technical specifications
Engine
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke
Power
108.6 HP (79.3 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque
115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression
12.0:1
Bore x stroke
101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel system
Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection/BMS-K digital engine management with overrun fuel cut-off, twin-spark ignition
Fuel control
Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Cooling system
Oil & air
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch
Single dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated
Chassis
Frame type
Two-section frame consisting of front and rear sections, load bearing engine-gearbox unit
Front suspension
BMW Motorrad Telelever
Front wheel travel
120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear suspension
Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Rear wheel travel
135 mm (5.3 inches)
Front tire
120/70-17
Rear tire
180/55-17
Front brakes
Double disc
Front brakes diameter
320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
265 mm (10.4 inches)
Wheelbase
1485 mm (58.5 inches)
Dimensions & weight
Dry weight
182.0 kg (401.2 pounds)
Wet weight
204.0 kg (449.7 pounds)
Power/weight ratio
0.5968 HP/kg
Seat height
820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length
2082 mm (82.0 inches)
Fuel capacity
16.00 litres (4.23 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity
2.00 litres (0.53 US gallons)
Electronics
Starter
Electric
Other
Category
Touring
Rating
3.6 See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike.
Displacement
1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Valves per cylinder
4
Greenhouse gases
83.5 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Rake (fork angle)
26.2°
Trail
116 mm (4.6 inches)
Performance
Fuel consumption
3.60 litres/100 km (27.8 km/l or 65.34 mpg)