BMW R 1200RT User Manual

If the motorcycle is resting
on the center stand: The
motorcycle is raised too far at the
front, the center stand lifts off the
ground and the motorcycle can
tip over to the side.
When raising the vehicle, make
sure that the center stand re-
mains on the ground.
Apply uniform pressure to push
front wheel stand down and
raise motorcycle.
Bulbs
Replacing bulbs for low-
beam headlight
The alignment of connec-
tor, spring wire strap and
bulb may differ from that shown
in the following illustrations.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Switch off ignition.
Remove cover 1 by turning it
counterclockwise to replace
low-beam headlight bulb.
Disconnect plug 1.
Remove wire spring 1 from
catch and fold to one side.
Remove bulb 2.
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BMW R 1200RT Specifications

General

Displacement	1170 cc
ABS	Standard
Engine Type	Air/liquid-cooled, four-stroke, flat-twin
Power	125 hp (92 kW) at 7, 750 rpm
Torque	125 Nm at 6, 500 rpm
Transmission	6-speed
Fuel Capacity	25 liters
Seat Height	805 mm (adjustable to 825 mm)
Weight	274 kg (with full fuel tank)
Front Suspension	Telelever
Rear Suspension	BMW Paralever
Front Brake	Dual disc, 320 mm
Rear Brake	Single disc, 276 mm
Wheelbase	1, 485 mm