2013 BMW R1200R Review

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2013 BMW R1200R

2013 BMW R1200R

The all-round model R 1200 R is a truly multi-talented machine. The distinguished design, the well-developed DOHC flat-twin engine and the ingenious chassis with Telelever and Paralever make the R 1200 R a genuine Rock’n’Roll Roadster which will get the most out of every road in terms of riding pleasure.

Visually speaking, the revision of the R 1200 R is once again a real eye-catcher. The purist lines and the even more refined finish demonstrate the powerful character of the machine. Circular instruments, a high-quality fork, the double-butted aluminum handlebars, beautiful cast wheels, a chrome muffler as standard and much more besides – all this reflects an attention to detail as far as the eye can see. Especially in the Classic version, with is absolute Rock’n’Roll for the eyes with a wide range of visual highlights such as spoke wheels, chrome features and an attractive paint finish in black and white.

The air-cooled 2-cylinder twin engine offers a sonorous, throaty sound. After their appearance in the GS and R models, the two overhead camshafts and four radially arranged valves now see their debut here. Output has been increased to 81 kW (110 bhp), with a maximum torque which has also been raised to 119 Nm at 6,000 rpm. This means that the machine accelerates with even greater ease from low engine speeds, performing impressively in all situations on the road and delivers even greater pulling power.

The special equipment include safety features such as part integral ABS, ASC and tire pressure control, comfort and tour-oriented features such as ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment), case holders and windshield. There are some impressive motorcycle accessories available for the R 1200 R, too, with an extremely light Akrapovic exhaust made of titanium, practical system cases and eye-catching chrome cylinder head covers.

The R 1200 R is an example of perfect synergy between the retro and the ultra modern. The unique level of everyday touring practicality combined with the typical compact roadster design will place the R 1200 R back in the limelight. With the aid of technology used in the BMW’s sport motorcycles working in harmony with a legendary tradition of outstanding roadsters and tourers, the R 1200 R boasts a luxurious 110 hp which is delivered with comfort and prestige.

The new R 1200 R – a true Rock’n’Roll Roadster.

2013 BMW R1200R Features and Benefits

Factory Fit Options:

Pannier Fastenings
High Comfort Seat (830mm)
Chrome Exhaust Pipe
ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment (Not available with Seat Height Reduction)
Heated Grips
RDC Tyre Pressure Control
On Board Computer
Sport Windshield
LED Indicators
Anti Theft Alarm
ASC (Automatic Stability Control)
Luggage Grid with Pillion Grab Handle
Sport Seat
Low Seat (770mm)
Seat Height Reduction
Comfort Package: (Includes: Heated Grips, On Board Computer and LED Indicators). £440.00
Dynamic Package: (Includes: Tyre Pressure Control & ASC) £430.00
Premium Package (ESA, Heated Grips, On board computer, Sports Windshield, LED Indicators). £1140.00

Standard Factory Equipment: Special Features
BMW Motorrad ABS as Standard

Engine/Driveline
Complete stainless steel exhaust system, polished manifold, brushed exhaust silencer
Shaft drive
6 Speed gearbox, helical toothed
Closed loop 3 way catalytic converter with oxygen sensor
Digital engine management (BMS-K) with twin-spark ignition system
Air/oil cooled flat twin four stroke DOHC engine (with radial valves)

Running Gear
Continuously adjustable rear rebound damping
Armoured steel clutch hoses
Armoured steel brake hoses
Side stand with starter inhibit
5.5 x 17 inch rear wheel with 180/55 ZR17 Tyre
Hydraulic rear spring preload adjuster
Single disk rear brake
Twin disk front brake (EVO, 320mm dia.)
BMW Motorrad telelever and paralever (EVO)

Electronics
Hazard warning flasher
Power socket
Instrument cluster with digital speedometer and revolution counter
Info flat screen (digital clock, total 2 trip odometers and service indicator)
Low beam headlamp adjustment
Electronic immobiliser
Permanent headlamp beam

Equipment
Front fork spoiler for optimised airflow to radiator
Steel fuel tank
Integral ignition switch and steering lock
Adjustable handbrake and clutch lever
One key system for ignition, steering, fuel filler cap and dual seat locks
Toolkit

2013 BMW R1200R Key Features

The 2013 the BMW R 1200 R is available in the following new paint finishes:

– Montego blue metallic

– Magnesium beige metallic

The paint finishes Red apple metallic and Smoke grey metallic are no longer available.

2013 BMW R1200R – USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $13,975 (including ABS)

Engine
Type Air/oil-cooled flat twin (‘Boxer’) 4-stroke engine, two camshafts and four radially aligned valves per cylinder, central balancer shaft
Bore x stroke 101 mm x 73 mm
Capacity 1,170 cc
Rated output 81 kW (110 hp) at 7,500 rpm
Max. torque 119 Nm at 6.000 rpm
Compression ratio 12.0 : 1
Mixture control / engine management Electronic intake pipe injection / BMS-K+ digital engine management with overrun fuel cut-off, twin-spark ignition
Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3
Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed Over 125 mph
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h 4.1 l
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h 5.5 l
Fuel type Unleaded super and premium, octane number 95-98 (RON) (knock sensor; rated output at 98 RON)
Electrical system
Alternator three-phase alternator 720 W
Battery 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free
Power transmission
Clutch Single dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated
Gearbox Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gear teeth
Drive Shaft drive
Chassis / brakes
Frame Two-section frame consisting of front and rear sections, load-bearing engine-gearbox unit
Front wheel location / suspension BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 41 mm, central spring strut
Rear wheel location / suspension Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
Suspension travel front / rear 120 mm / 140 mm
Wheelbase 1,495 mm
Castor 119.1 mm
Steering head angle 62.9°
Wheels Cast aluminium wheels
Rim, front 3.50 x 17”
Rim, rear 5.50 x 17”
Tyres, front 120/70 ZR 17
Tyres, rear 180/55 ZR 17
Brake, front Dual disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, four-piston fixed calipers
Brake, rear Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, double-piston floating caliper
ABS STANDARD (part integral)
Dimensions / weights
Length 2,145 mm
Width (incl. mirrors) 906 mm
Height (excl. mirrors) 1,273 mm
Seat height, unladen weight 31.5 inches Standard; variable seat heights available between 29.5 inches and 32.7 inches (available as accessories and/or factory options, see an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer)
Inner leg curve, unladen weight 72.4 inches Standard; variable inner leg curve (inseam) between 67.7 and 73.2 inches (seats available as accessories and/or factory options, see an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1) 223 kg
Dry weight 2) 198 kg
Permitted total weight 450 kg
Payload (with standard equipment) 227 kg
Usable tank volume 18 l
Reserve approx. 3.0 l
” Technical data relate to the unladen weight (DIN)
” 1) According to guideline 93/93/EWG with all fluids, fuelled with at least 90% of usable tank volume
” 2) Unladen weight without fluids

2013 BMW R1200R – Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
Canada MSRP Price: See dealer for Pricing.

Engine
Type Air/oil-cooled flat twin (‘Boxer’) 4-stroke engine, two camshafts and four radially aligned valves per cylinder, central balancer shaft
Bore x stroke 101 mm x 73 mm
Capacity 1,170 cc
Rated output 81 kW (110 hp) at 7,500 rpm
Max. torque 119 Nm at 6.000 rpm
Compression ratio 12.0 : 1
Mixture control / engine management Electronic intake pipe injection / BMS-K+ digital engine management with overrun fuel cut-off, twin-spark ignition
Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3
Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed over 200 km/h
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h 4.1 l
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h 5.5 l
Fuel type Unleaded super and premium, octane number 95-98 (RON) (knock sensor; rated output at 98 RON)
Electrical system
Alternator three-phase alternator 720 W
Battery 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free
Power transmission
Clutch Single dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated
Gearbox Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gear teeth
Drive Shaft drive
Chassis / brakes
Frame Two-section frame consisting of front and rear sections, load-bearing engine-gearbox unit
Front wheel location / suspension BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 41 mm, central spring strut
Rear wheel location / suspension Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
Suspension travel front / rear 120 mm / 140 mm
Wheelbase 1,495 mm
Castor 119.1 mm
Steering head angle 62.9°
Wheels Cast aluminium wheels
Rim, front 3.50 x 17”
Rim, rear 5.50 x 17”
Tyres, front 120/70 ZR 17
Tyres, rear 180/55 ZR 17
Brake, front Dual disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, four-piston fixed calipers
Brake, rear Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, double-piston floating caliper
ABS Optional extra: BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (part-integral)
Dimensions / weights
Length 2,145 mm
Width (incl. mirrors) 906 mm
Height (excl. mirrors) 1,273 mm
Seat height, unladen weight 800 mm (option lowered suspension: 750 mm, option extra low seat: 760 mm, option seat ‘Sport’: 800 mm, option high comfort seat: 830mm)
Inner leg curve, unladen weight 1,840 mm (option lowered suspension: 1,720 mm, option extra low seat: 1,740 mm, option seat ‘Sport’: 1,800 mm, option high comfort seat: 1,860mm)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1) 227 kg
Dry weight 2) 203 kg
Permitted total weight 450 kg
Payload (with standard equipment) 223 kg
Usable tank volume 18 l
Reserve approx. 3.0 l
” Technical data relate to the unladen weight (DIN)
” 1) According to Directive 93/93/EEC with all fluids, fuelled to at least 90% of usable fuel tank
” 2) Unladen weight without fluids

2013 BMW R1200R – Europe Specifications/Technical Details
European MSRP Price: £9,995.00

Engine
Type Air/oil cooled flat twin four stroke engine with 4 radially aligned valves per cylinder and central balancer shaft
Bore x stroke 101 mm x 73 mm
Capacity 1,170 cc
Rated output 81 Kw (110 hp) at 7,500 rpm
Max. torque 119 Nm at 6,000 rpm
Compression ratio 12.0 : 1
Mixture control / engine management Electronic intake pipe injection/BMS-K+ digital enfinemanagement with overrun fuel cut-off, twin spark ignition
Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3
Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed Over 200 km/h
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h 4.1 l
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h 5.5 l
Fuel type Unleaded super and premium, octane number 95-98 (RON) (knock sensor; rated output at 98 RON)
Electrical System
Alternator Three-phase alternator 720 W
Battery 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance free
Power transmission
Clutch Single dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated
Gearbox Constant mesh 6-speed with helical gear teeth
Drive Shaft Drive
Chassis / brakes
Frame Two section frame consisting of front and rear sections, load bearing engine-gearbox unit
Front wheel location / suspension BMW Motorrad telelever; stanchion diameter 41mm, central spring strut
Rear wheel location / suspension Cast aluminium single sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut, spring pre-load
Suspension travel front / rear 120 mm / 140 mm
Wheelbase 1,495 mm
Castor 119.1 mm
Steering head angle 62.9°
Wheels Cast aluminium
Rim, Front 3.50 x 17″
Rim, rear 5.50 x 17″
Tyre, front 120/70 ZR 17
Tyre, rear 180/55 ZR 17
Brake, front Dual disk brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320mm, four piston fixed callipers
Brake, rear Single disk rear brake, diameter 265mm, double piston floating calliper
ABS As Standard. BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (part-integral)
Dimensions / weights
Length 2,145 mm
Width (incl. mirrors) 906 mm
Height (excl. mirrors) 1,273 mm
Seat height, unladen weight 800 mm (option seat height reduction: 760mm, option seat ‘Sport’: 800mm, option high comfort seat: 830 mm)
Inner leg curve, unladen weight 1,840mm (option seat height reduction 1,740 mm, option seat ‘Sport’: 1,800 mm, option high comfort seat: 1,860mm
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled 223 kg
Dry weight 198 kg
Permitted total weight 450 kg
Payload (with standard equipment) 277 kg
Usable tank volume 18.0 l
Reserve approx 3.0 l