BMW K 1200 S User Manual

Fuel
Recommended fuel type Premium grade unleaded fuel
98 ROZ
Fuel types can be used with poorer perfor-
mance and consumption
Super unleaded
95 ROZ
Fuel tank capacity 5 gal, Usable
1.1 gal, Of that reserve
Engine oil
Total engine oil capacity 3.7 quarts, With filter change
0.5 quarts, Difference between Min and Max
Lubricant Castrol GPS 10W-40 (SAE 10W40; API SG;
JASO MA)
Oil grades Mineral engine oils of the API classification
SF to SH. BMW Motorrad does not recom-
mend using oil additives, as these can worsen
clutch operation.
Permissible viscosity classes
SAE 5 W- L30 -4...68 °F, Winter operation
SAE 10 W-40 14...86 °F, At low temperatures
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BMW K 1200 S Specifications

General

Displacement	1157 cc
Transmission	6-speed
Dry Weight	227 kg (500 lbs)
Final Drive	Shaft
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke in-line four-cylinder
Power	167 hp (123 kW) @ 10, 250 rpm
Torque	130 Nm (96 lb-ft) @ 8, 250 rpm
Fuel Capacity	5.0 gallons (19 liters)
Seat Height	820 mm (32.3 inches)
Frame	Aluminum bridge frame
Front Suspension	BMW Duolever
Rear Suspension	BMW Paralever
Front Brakes	Dual 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 265 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Wheelbase	1, 571 mm (61.9 inches)