BMW R 1200RT 2015 User Manual

Danger of overheating
ATTENTION
Engine idling for a lengthy
period while at a standstill.
Overheating caused by insuffi-
cient cooling. In extreme cases,
the motorcycle could catch 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. Damage caused in this
way is not covered by the war-
ranty.
Do not make any
modifications.
Observe checklist
Use the following checklist to
check your motorcycle at regu-
lar intervals.
Before every journey:
Function of the brake system
Function of the lighting and
signal system
Check clutch function ( 126).
Checking tire tread depth
( 126).
Firm seating of cases and lug-
gage
At every third refuelling stop:
without Dynamic ESA
OE
Adjusting spring preload at rear
wheel ( 67).
without Dynamic ESA
OE
Adjusting damping on rear
wheel ( 69).
with Dynamic ESA
OE
Adjust chassis ( 70).
Check engine oil level ( 119).
Checking front brake pad thick-
ness ( 120).
Checking rear brake pad thick-
ness ( 121).
Check front brake fluid level
( 122).
Checking rear brake fluid level
( 123).
Check coolant level ( 124).
Starting
Starting the engine
Switch on ignition.
Pre-Ride-Check in progress
( 93)
ABS self-diagnosis is
performed ( 94)
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BMW R 1200RT 2015 Specifications

General

Displacement	1170 cc
Torque	125 Nm at 6, 500 rpm
Curb Weight	274 kg
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Cooling System	Air/liquid-cooled
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Front Tire	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire	180/55 ZR17
ABS	Standard
Power	125 hp at 7, 750 rpm
Transmission	6-speed
Fuel Capacity	25 liters
Seat Height	805/825 mm (adjustable)
Front Suspension	Telelever fork
Rear Suspension	Paralever swingarm
Front Brakes	Dual 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 276 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Engine Type	Air/liquid-cooled, four-stroke, flat twin