BMW R 1200RS 2016 User Manual

Rear brake fluid level
Brake fluid, DOT4
The brake fluid level must
not fall below the MIN mark.
(Brake-fluid reservoir horizon-
tal, motorcycle standing up-
right)
If brake fluid level falls below the
approved level:
Have defect corrected as soon
as possible by an authorized
workshop, preferably an autho-
rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Clutch
Check clutch function
Pull back the clutch lever.
Pressure point must be clearly
perceptible.
If no clear pressure point can be
felt:
Have the clutch checked by an
authorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Coolant
Checking coolant level
Fold out side stand and posi-
tion yourself on right-hand side
of motorcycle.
Hold motorcycle straight.
with center stand
OE
Place motorcycle on center
stand, ensuring that it is rest-
ing on a firm and level support
surface.
CAUTION
Hot engine
Burn hazard
Maintain a safe distance from
the hot engine.
Do not touch the hot engine.
Read off coolant level on ex-
pansion tank 1.
Coolant level must be between
MIN and MAX marks.
If coolant level drops below MIN
mark:
Add coolant.
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BMW R 1200RS 2016 Specifications

General

Displacement	1170 cc
Bore x Stroke	101 mm x 73 mm
Max Torque	125 Nm at 6, 500 rpm
Compression Ratio	12.5:1
Fuel System	Electronic intake pipe injection
Final Drive	Shaft drive
ABS	BMW Motorrad ABS
Top Speed	Over 200 km/h
Traction Control	Standard
Tires Front	120/70 ZR17
Tires Rear	180/55 ZR17
Max Power	125 hp (92 kW) @ 7750 rpm
Transmission	6-speed
Frame	Two-section frame, front- and bolted-on rear frame
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front Brakes	Dual disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, 2-piston caliper
Seat Height	820 mm
Fuel Capacity	18 liters
Dry Weight	231 kg
Wheelbase	1530 mm
Engine Type	Air/liquid-cooled four-stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft