BMW R 1200RT User Manual

Ignition
Switch on ignition
Insert key into the steering and
ignition lock. Turn key to posi-
tion 1.
Parking lights and all function
circuits are switched on.
Pre-Ride-Check in progress
( 86)
ABS self-diagnosis is
performed ( 87)
ASC self-diagnosis in progress
( 88)
Switch off ignition
Turn key to position 1.
After the ignition is switched
off, the instrument cluster re-
mains switched on for a short
period of time and indicates
possibly present fault codes.
Handlebars not locked.
Electrically powered acces-
sories remain operational for
a limited period of time.
Battery can be recharged via
onboard socket.
Key can now be removed.
with daytime driving light
OE
The daytime light switches
off shortly after the ignition is
switched off.
with additional LED
headlight
OA
The supplementary LED head-
lights switch off shortly after
the ignition is switched off.
EWS Electronic
immobilizer
The motorcycle's electronic
circuitry monitors the data stored
in the ignition key through
a ring antenna incorporated
in the steering and ignition
lock. The engine management
system does not enable engine
starting until this key has been
recognized as "authorized" for
your motorcycle.
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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