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R 1250 RT

The definitive boxer sport-tourer.

Starting price

$22,595

Our rating

★★★★★★★★★★4.7
BMW R 1250 RT

136 hp

Max power

200 km/h

Top speed

3.5 s

0–100 km/h

279 kg

Kerb weight

The short version

Is the R 1250 RT for you?

Best for two-up riders covering big continental distances.

  • 1254 cc ShiftCam boxer
  • Electronic Dynamic ESA
  • Adaptive cruise available
Colours:Alpine WhiteImperial Blue MetallicManhattan Metallic Matte

Pros

  • Effortless boxer torque
  • Superb long-haul comfort
  • Deep electronics suite

Cons

  • Heavy at parking speeds
  • Options quickly inflate the price

Full specifications

Engine

Displacement
1254 cc
Configuration
Flat-twin boxer, ShiftCam
Max power
136 hp @ 7750 rpm
Max torque
143 Nm @ 6250 rpm
Cooling
Air/liquid-cooled
Gearbox
6-speed

Performance

Top speed
200 km/h
0–100 km/h
3.5 s
Economy / range
20 km/l
Kerb weight
279 kg

Chassis & Brakes

Frame
Two-section steel bridge
Front suspension
Telelever, 37 mm
Rear suspension
EVO Paralever, Dynamic ESA
Front brake
Dual 320 mm discs
Rear brake
Single 276 mm disc
Tyres
Metzeler, 120/70 ZR17 & 180/55 ZR17

Dimensions

Seat height
805 mm
Fuel / battery
25 L
Wheelbase
1485 mm
Ground clearance
145 mm

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