BMW K1200 R User Manual

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Operation
» Starting with the current
setting, the settings are
displayed in the following
sequence:
– One-up riding
– One-up riding with luggage
– Two-up riding
(with luggage)
Spring preload is adjusted to
the setting shown on the dis-
play if you do not press
button 1 within one second.
The display flashes while
adjustment is in progress.
Wheels
Checking tyre pressures
Incorrect tyre pressures
adversely affect the han-
dling of the motorcycle and
can lead to accidents.
Always keep the tyres inflated
to the correct pressures.c
Incorrect tyre pressures
result in accelerated tyre
wear.
Always keep the tyres inflated
to the correct pressures.c
The correct tyre pressures are
listed in the Technical Data
(
b 130).
At high road speeds, tyre
valves have a tendency
to open as a result of centrifu-
gal force.
To prevent sudden deflation,
use a metal valve cap with rub-
ber sealing ring on the rear
wheel and tighten it securely.c

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