Data & equipment

The BMW R 1250 RS

With its powerful boxer drive with BMW ShiftCam technology, the BMW R 1250 RS stands for dynamic sports touring and dominance over every mile. Learn everything you need to know about this bike’s technical data and extensive equipment options here. 

Technical data

Engine

Rated output
136 hp at 7,750 rpm
Emission control
Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter
Type
Two-cylinder, air/liquid-cooled, four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead spur-gear driven camshafts, one counterbalance shaft and BMW ShiftCam variable intake camshaft control
Bore x stroke
102.5 mm x 76 mm
Capacity
1,254 cc
Max. torque
105 lb-ft at 6,250 rpm
Compression ratio
12.5 : 1
Mixture control
Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire

Performance / fuel consumption

Fuel type
Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI

Electrical system

Alternator
Permanent magnet alternator with 508 W (nominal power)
Battery
12 V / 12 Ah

Power transmission

Clutch
Multiplate clutch in oil bath, slipper clutch
Gearbox
Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gears
Drive
Cardan shaft drive

Chassis / brakes

Frame
Steel tube frame with load-bearing engine, steel tube sub-frame
Front wheel location / suspension
Upside-down telescopic fork
Rear wheel location / suspension
Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD shock absorber, spring preload continuously adjustable hydraulically by handwheel, rebound damping adjustable by handwheel
Suspension travel, front / rear
5.5" / 5.5"
Wheelbase
60.1"
Castor
4.51"
Steering head angle
61.7°
Wheels
Aluminum cast wheels
Rim, front
3.50 x 17"
Rim, rear
5.50 x 17''
Tire, front
120/70 ZR17
Tire, rear
180/55 ZR17
Brake, front
Twin disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper
Brake, rear
Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, 2-piston floating caliper
ABS
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (partial integral, lean angle optimized)

Dimensions / weights

Seat height at unladen weight
32.3" (seat low: 29.9"; seat sport: 33.0")
Usable tank volume
4.7 gal
Reserve
approx. 1 gal
Length
86.1" (over license plate holder)
Width
35.0" (above mirror)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled
536 lbs
1)
Permitted total weight
1,014 lbs
Payload (with standard equipment)
478 lbs
Inner leg curve at unladen weight
72.5" (seat low: 67.7"; seat sport: 73.8")

1) With all operating fluids, with standard equipment and refueled with min. 90% of the usable fuel tank capacity.

Equipment

Standard equipment
  • TFT display with BMW Motorrad Connectivity
  • Full LED headlight
  • Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
  • Integral ABS Pro (lean-optimized ABS)
  • 3 Ride Modes (Eco, Rain, Road)
  • Hill Start Control (HSC)
  • USB charging socket
  • Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)

Optional equipment
  • Dynamic package (includes Pro Ride modes, Engine Drag Torque Control (MSR), Shift Assistant Pro and Dynamic ESA)
  • Tour package (includes navigation device preparation, cruise control, center stand and case holder)
  • Dynamic ESA (electronically adjustable chassis with load compensation and automatic damping mode)
  • Heated seat for rider and passenger
  • Option 719 billet pack
  • Pro Ride modes with additional modes (Dynamic, Dynamic Pro) and preselected riding mode (individualized number of selectable modes), automatic Hill Start Control (HSC Pro), and engine drag torque control (MSR)

 

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Sports touring to suit your taste

More sportiness, more storage space, more elegance. With the extensive range of optional equipment and original BMW Motorrad accessories, you can adapt your bike precisely to your needs.

More sportiness, more storage space, more elegance. With the extensive range of optional equipment and original BMW Motorrad accessories, you can adapt your bike precisely to your needs.

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