BMW K1200 R User Manual

Riding
4
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Capacity
– Usable fuel capacity:
19 litres
– Including reserve of:
approx. 4 litres
The fuel gauge in the
multifunction display
works only when the ignition is
switched on.c
Refuelling
• Make sure the ground is
level and firm and place the
motorcycle on its centre
stand
OE
or side stand.
• Open the protective cap.
• Using the ignition key, turn
the fuel cap counter-clock-
wise to open the tank.
• Refuel with the specified
grade of fuel (
b 73).
• Press the filler cap down
firmly to close.
• Remove the key and close
the protective cap.
Brake system
General
Descending mountain
passes
There is a danger of the
brakes fading if you use
only the rear brakes when
descending mountain passes.
Under extreme conditions, the
brakes could overheat and
suffer severe damage.
Use both front and rear
brakes, and make use of the
engine's braking effect as
well.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