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Introduction

Welcome to BMW

We congratulate you on

choosing a BMW motorcycle

and welcome you to the com-

munity of BMW riders.

Familiarise yourself with your

new motorcycle so that you

can ride it safely and confi-

dently in all traffic situations.

Please read this Rider’s Man-

ual carefully before starting to

use your new BMW motorcy-

cle. It contains important infor-

mation on how to operate the

controls and how to make the

best possible use of all your

BMW’s technical features.

In addition, it contains infor-

mation on maintenance and

care to help you maintain your

motorcycle’s reliability and

safety, as well as its value.

If you have any questions con-

cerning your motorcycle, your

authorised BMW motorcycle

dealer will gladly provide

advice and assistance.

We hope you enjoy reading

this Rider’s Manual and wish

you many a pleasant, safe

journey on your BMW

motorcycle.

Best wishes,

BMW Motorrad

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BMW K1200 R Specifications

General

Displacement	1157 cc
Transmission	6-speed manual
Frame	Aluminum bridge-type frame
Front Suspension	BMW Motorrad Duolever
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line 4-cylinder
Power	163 hp (120 kW) at 10, 250 rpm
Fuel Capacity	19 liters
Seat Height	820 mm
Rear Suspension	BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front Brakes	Dual 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single disc, 265 mm
Dry Weight	211 kg