BMW R 1250 R: review, history, specs

Class: roadster
Production: October 2018+
Predecessor: BMW R1200R

BMW R 1250 R (Europe, USA) 1st generation, 2018-2022
BMW R 1250 R (Europe, USA) 2nd generation, 11/2022+

History


MarketsProductionName & Codes
EuropeOctober 2018-2022Name: BMW R1250R
Model code: K53
Parts Catalog Code: 0J71
USAOctober 2018-2022Name: BMW R1250R
Model code: K53
Parts Catalog Code: 0J73
EuropeNovember 2022+Name: BMW R1250R
Parts Catalog Code: 0M71
USANovember 2022+Name: BMW R1250R
Parts Catalog Code: 0M73

Electronic equipment BMW R1250R (basic & optional):

  • BMW ShiftCam – variable engine timing system
  • Keyless Ride
  • Shift-Assist Pro
  • E-Gas (ride-by-wire)
  • Integral ABS + ABS Pro
  • ASC (Automatic Stability Control)
  • Hill Start Control
  • TPC (tire pressure control)
  • Dynamic ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment)
  • DTC (Dynamic Traction Control)
  • Cruise Control
  • Pro riding modes: ABS Pro, HSC (Hill Start Control) Pro, DBC (Dynamic Brake Control), Dynamic & Dynamic Pro riding modes
  • TFT-display with Connectivity – from 2022
  • Dynamic Brake Light – from 2022
  • Headlight Pro – from 2022
  • BMW Motorrad Multimedia Controller – from 2022
  • Adaptive LED Headlights with cornering function – 2nd generation
  • TFT-display with Connectivity (updated) – 2nd generation

Specifications


BMW R1250R: specs.

DIMENSIONS
Overall length2165 mm / 85,2 in
Overall width880 mm / 34,6 in (with mirrors)

999 mm / 39,3 in (with cases)
Overall height1300 mm / 51,2 in
Seat height820 mm / 32,3

840 mm / 33,1 in – Sport seat

760 mm / 29,9 in – Low seat
Wheelbase1515 mm / 59,6 in
Ground clearance
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight239 kg / 527 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)Tubular steel frame with supporting drive unit, steel pipe rear frames
Front suspension, travelInverted telescopic fork 45 mm (adjustable rebound & compression damping), 140 mm / 5,5 in
Rear suspension, travelBMW EVO Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 140 mm / 5,5 in
Front tire size120/70 ZR17
Rear tire size180/55 ZR17
Front brakeDouble disc, 320 mm, 4-piston radial calipers (Integral ABS)
Rear brakeSingle disc, 276 mm, 2-piston caliper (integral ABS)
Fuel capacity18,0 l / 4,75 US gal (reserve – 4,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption4,75 l / 100 km (49,5 US mpg)1
ENGINE
Engine (type)Air&Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangementFlat twin (boxer) with central counterbalance shaft
Bore & Stroke102,5 x 76,0 mm
Displacement1254 cm³ (76,5 cu in)
Compression ratio12.5:1
Valve trainChain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
BMW ShiftCam variable intake camshaft control
Max. power136,0 hp (100,0 kW) / 7750 rpm
Max. torque143,0 Nm (14,5 kg-m) / 6250 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)3,4 sec.2
Top speed233 km/h (145 mph)3
Fuel system (type)Fuel Injection
DRIVE TRAIN
ClutchWet multi-plate, hydraulic operated
Transmission6-speed
Final driveShaft
Gear ratio

I
II
III
IV
V

VI


2.438
1.714
1.296
1.059
0.943
0.848
ELECTRICAL
Ignition systemBMS-O
AlternatorThree-phase generator, 14V / 508W
Battery capacity12V-12Ah

Images


BMW R1250R: images, gallery.

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BMW R1250R (09/2022+)

Videos


BMW R1250R: video.

Manuals


BMW R1250R: documentation.

Links

  1. bmw-motorrad.co.uk | R1250R | TECHNICAL DATA | Fuel consumption per 100 km based on WMTC
  2. mcnews.com.au | “BMW R 1250 R and R 1250 RS Reviewed” | Acceleration 0-100 km/h
  3. motorcyclenews.com | “BMW R1250R (2019 – on) Review” | Top speed