BMW R 1200RS 2016 User Manual

Danger of overheating
ATTENTION
Engine idling for a lengthy
period while at a standstill
Overheating due to insufficient
cooling; in extreme cases vehicle
fire
Do not allow the engine to idle
unnecessarily.
After starting, ride off
immediately.
Modifications
ATTENTION
Modifications to the motor-
cycle (e.g. engine control
unit, throttle valves, clutch)
Damage to the affected parts,
failure of safety-relevant func-
tions, expiration of warranty
Do not make any
modifications.
Checklist
Observe checklist
Use the following checklist to
check your motorcycle at regu-
lar intervals.
Before every journey
Check operation of the brake
system.
Check operation of the lighting
and signal system.
Check clutch function ( 122).
Checking tire tread depth
( 124).
Checking tire pressure
( 123).
Check secure hold of cases
and luggage.
At every third refueling
stop
without Dynamic ESA
OE
Adjusting spring preload at rear
wheel ( 81).
Adjusting damping on rear
wheel ( 82).
with Dynamic ESA
OE
Setting suspension compliance
( 67).
Check engine oil level ( 116).
Check front brake pad thick-
ness ( 118).
Checking rear brake pad thick-
ness ( 119).
Checking front brake fluid level
( 120).
Checking rear brake fluid level
( 121).
Checking coolant level
( 122).
Starting
Start engine
Switch on ignition.
Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.
( 87)
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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