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BMW F 800 ST: review, history, specs

Class: sport-tour
Production: December 2004 – July 2012
Related: BMW F800S
Successor: BMW F800GT

Electronic equipment BMW F800ST (basic & optional):

ABS
TPC (Tire Pressure Control)

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	December 2004 – July 2012	Name: BMW F800ST Model code: K71 Parts Catalog Code: 0234
USA	December 2004 – July 2012	Name: BMW F800ST Model code: K71 Parts Catalog Code: 0244

Specifications

BMW F800ST: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2195 mm / 86,4 in
Overall width	860 mm / 33,8 in
Overall height	1225 mm / 48,2 in
Seat height	840 mm / 33,1 in 815 mm / 32,1 in – Low seat 760 mm / 29,9 in – Low suspension
Wheelbase	1466 mm / 57,7 in
Ground clearance
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	209 kg / 461 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)	Bridge-type aluminum frame with load-bearing engine
Front suspension, travel	43 mm telescopic fork, 140 mm / 5,5 in
Rear suspension, travel	Single swingarm with monoshock (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 140 mm / 5,5 in
Front tire size	120/70-ZR17
Rear tire size	180/55-ZR17
Front brake	Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers (ABS)
Rear brake	Single disc, 265 mm, 1-piston caliper (ABS)
Fuel capacity	16 l / 4,2 US gal (reserve – 4,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption	4,92 l / 100 km (47,8 US mpg)¹
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	2-cylinders in-line
Bore & Stroke	82,0 x 75,6 mm
Displacement	798 cm³ (48,7 cu in)
Compression ratio	12.0:1
Valve train	Chain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	85,0 hp (62,5 kW) / 8000 rpm
Max. torque	86,0 Nm (8,8 kg-m) / 5800 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	3,91 sec.²
Top speed	233 km/h (145 mph)³
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, cable operated
Transmission	6-speed
Final drive	Belt
Gear ratio I II III IV V VI	2.462 1.750 1.381 1.174 1.042 0.960
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	BMS-K+
Alternator	Three-phase AC generator, 400W
Battery capacity	12V-14Ah

Images

BMW F800ST: images, gallery.

Videos

BMW F800ST: video.

Manuals

BMW F800ST: documentation.

BMW F 800 S: review, history, specs

Class: sport
Production: December 2004 – May 2010
Related: BMW F800ST

Electronic equipment BMW F800S (basic & optional):

ABS
RDC (or Tire Pressure Control)

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	December 2004 – May 2010	Name: BMW F800S Model code: K71 Parts Catalog Code: 0216
USA	December 2004 – January 2008	Name: BMW F800S Model code: K71 Parts Catalog Code: 0226

Specifications

BMW F800S: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2082 mm / 82,0 in
Overall width	860 mm / 33,8 in
Overall height	1155 mm / 45,5 in
Seat height	840 mm / 33,1 in 815 mm / 32,1 in – Low seat 760 mm / 29,9 in – Low suspension
Wheelbase	1466 mm / 57,7 in
Ground clearance
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	204 kg / 450 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)	Bridge-type aluminum frame with load-bearing engine
Front suspension, travel	43 mm telescopic fork, 140 mm / 5,5 in
Rear suspension, travel	Single swingarm with monoshock (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 140 mm / 5,5 in
Front tire size	120/70-ZR17
Rear tire size	180/55-ZR17
Front brake	Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers (ABS)
Rear brake	Single disc, 265 mm, 1-piston caliper (ABS)
Fuel capacity	16 l / 4,2 US gal (reserve – 4,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption	6,19 l / 100 km (38 US mpg)¹
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	2-cylinders in-line
Bore & Stroke	82,0 x 75,6 mm
Displacement	798 cm³ (48,7 cu in)
Compression ratio	12.0:1
Valve train	Chain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	85,0 hp (62,5 kW) / 8000 rpm
Max. torque	86,0 Nm (8,8 kg-m) / 5800 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	4,0 sec.²
Top speed	225 km/h (140 mph)³
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, cable operated
Transmission	6-speed
Final drive	Belt
Gear ratio I II III IV V VI	2.462 1.750 1.381 1.174 1.042 0.960
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	BMS-K+
Alternator	Three-phase AC generator, 400W
Battery capacity	12V-14Ah

Images

BMW F800S: images, gallery.

Videos

BMW F800S: video.

Manuals

BMW F800S: documentation.

BMW K 1300 R: review, history, specs

Class: roadster
Production: November 2007 – July 2015
Predecessor: BMW K1200R
Related: BMW K1300S
Successor: BMW S1000R

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	November 2007 – July 2015	Name: BMW K1300R Model code: K43 Parts Catalog Code: 0518
USA	December 2007 – January 2012	Name: BMW K1300R Model code: K43 Parts Catalog Code: 0519

Electronic equipment BMW K1300R (basic & optional):

• Integral ABS-II
• On-board computer
• Heated grips (automatically controlled by the on-board computer)
• ESA-II (Electronic Suspension Adjustment)
• ASC (Automatic Stability Control)
• TPC (Tire Pressure Control)
• Gear-shift Assist

Specifications

BMW K1300R: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2233 mm / 87,9 in
Overall width	856 mm / 33,7 in
Overall height	1230 mm / 48,4 in
Seat height	820 mm / 31,1 in 790 mm / 32,3 in – low seat
Wheelbase	1585 mm / 62,4 in
Ground clearance
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	243 kg / 536 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)	Aluminum bridge frame with load-bearing engine
Front suspension, travel	BMW Duolever, 125 mm / 4,9 in
Rear suspension, travel	BMW EVO Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 135 mm / 5,3 in
Front tire size	120/70 ZR17
Rear tire size	180/55 ZR17
Front brake	Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (Integral ABS-II)
Rear brake	Single disc, 265 mm, 2-piston caliper (Integral ABS-II)
Fuel capacity	19,0 l / 5,0 US gal (reserve – 4,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption	6,92 l / 100 km (34 US mpg)¹
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	4-cylinders in-line transverse
Bore & Stroke	80,0 x 64,3 mm
Displacement	1293 cm³ (78,9 cu in)
Compression ratio	13.0:1
Valve train	Chain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	173,0 hp (127,0 kW) / 9250 rpm
Max. torque	140,0 Nm (14,2 kg-m) / 8250 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	2,8 sec.²
Top speed	249 km/h (155 mph)³
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Bosch BMS-K
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, hydraulic operated
Transmission	6-speed
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V VI	2.294 1.789 1.458 1.240 1.094 0.971
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	BMS-K+
Alternator	Three-phase alternator with integrated, fully electronic voltage regulator, 580W
Battery capacity	12V-14Ah

Images

BMW K1300R: images, gallery.

Videos

BMW K1300R: video.

Manuals

BMW K1300R: documentation.

BMW K 1300 S: review, history, specs

Class: sport
Production: November 2007 – September 2015
Predecessor: BMW K1200S
Related: BMW K1300R

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	December 2007 – September 2015	Name: BMW K1300S Model code: K40 Parts Catalog Code: 0508
USA	November 2007 – September 2015	Name: BMW K1300S Model code: K40 Parts Catalog Code: 0509

Electronic equipment BMW K1300S (basic & optional):

Specifications

BMW K1300S: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2196 mm / 86,5 in
Overall width	905 mm / 35,6 in
Overall height	1221 mm / 48,1 in
Seat height	820 mm / 31,1 in 790 mm / 32,3 in – low seat
Wheelbase	1585 mm / 62,4 in
Ground clearance
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	254 kg / 560 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)	Aluminum bridge frame with load-bearing engine
Front suspension, travel	BMW Duolever, 125 mm / 4,9 in
Rear suspension, travel	BMW EVO Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 135 mm / 5,3 in
Front tire size	120/70 ZR17
Rear tire size	190/55 ZR17
Front brake	Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (Integral ABS-II)
Rear brake	Single disc, 265 mm, 2-piston caliper (Integral ABS-II)
Fuel capacity	19,0 l / 5,0 US gal (reserve – 4,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption	6,72 l / 100 km (35 mpg)¹
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	4-cylinders in-line transverse
Bore & Stroke	80,0 x 64,3 mm
Displacement	1293 cm³ (78,9 cu in)
Compression ratio	13.0:1
Valve train	Chain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	175,0 hp (129,0 kW) / 9250 rpm
Max. torque	140,0 Nm (14,2 kg-m) / 8250 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	2,79 sec.²
Top speed	281 km/h (174,5 mph)³
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Bosch BMS-K
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, hydraulic operated
Transmission	6-speed
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V VI	2.294 1.789 1.458 1.240 1.094 0.971
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	BMS-K+
Alternator	Three-phase alternator with integrated, fully electronic voltage regulator, 580W
Battery capacity	12V-14Ah

Images

BMW K1300S: images, gallery.

Videos

BMW K1300S: video.

Manuals

BMW K1300S: documentation.

BMW K 1200 R: review, history, specs

Class: roadster
Production: March 2004 – August 2008
Related: BMW K1200S
Successor: BMW K1300R

BMW K 1200 R Sport (Europe, USA), 2005-2007

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	March 2004 – August 2008	Name: BMW K1200R Model code: K43 Parts Catalog Code: 0584
Europe	June 2005 – July 2007	Name: BMW K1200R Sport Model code: K43 Parts Catalog Code: 0585
USA	April 2004 – July 2008	Name: BMW K1200R Model code: K43 Parts Catalog Code: 0594
USA	June 2005 – July 2007	Name: BMW K1200R Sport Model code: K43 Parts Catalog Code: 0595

Electronic equipment BMW K1200R (basic & optional):

• Integral ABS-II (from 08/2006)
• ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment)
• ASC (Automatic Stability Control)
• TPC (Tire Pressure Control)

Specifications

BMW K1200R: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2288 mm / 90,1 in
Overall width	856 mm / 33,7 in
Overall height	1230 mm / 48,4 in – K1200R 1180 mm / 46,4 in – K1200R Sport
Seat height	820 mm / 31,1 in 790 mm / 32,3 in – low seat
Wheelbase	1572 mm / 61,9 in
Ground clearance
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	237 kg / 522 lbs – K1200R 241 kg / 531 lbs – K1200R Sport
FRAME
Frame (type)	Aluminum bridge frame with load-bearing engine
Front suspension, travel	BMW Duolever, 115 mm / 4,5 in
Rear suspension, travel	BMW EVO Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 135 mm / 5,3 in
Front tire size	120/70 ZR17
Rear tire size	180/55 ZR17
Front brake	Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (Integral ABS-I) – K1200R (to August 2006) Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (Integral ABS-II) – K1200R (from August 2006)
Rear brake	Single disc, 265 mm, 2-piston caliper (Integral ABS-I) – K1200R (to August 2006) Single disc, 265 mm, 2-piston caliper (Integral ABS-II) – K1200R (from August 2006)
Fuel capacity	19,0 l / 5,0 US gal (reserve – 4,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption	6,24 l / 100 km (37,7 US mpg)¹
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	4-cylinders in-line transverse
Bore & Stroke	79,0 x 59,0 mm
Displacement	1157 cm³ (70,6 cu in)
Compression ratio	13.0:1
Valve train	Chain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	163,0 hp (120,0 kW) / 10250 rpm
Max. torque	127,0 Nm (12,9 kg-m) / 8250 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	2,85 sec.²
Top speed	261 km/h (162 mph)³
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Bosch BMS-K, 4x 46 mm
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, hydraulic operated
Transmission	6-speed
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V VI	2.412 1.762 1.391 1.231 1.094 0.971
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	BMS-K
Alternator	Three-phase alternator with integrated, fully electronic voltage regulator, 580W
Battery capacity	12V-14Ah

Images

BMW K1200R: images, gallery.

Videos

BMW K1200R: video.

Manuals

BMW K1200R: documentation.

BMW K 1300 GT: review, history, specs

Class: sport-tour
Production: December 2007 – October 2010
Predecessor: BMW K1200GT
Successor: BMW K1600GT

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	December 2007 – October 2010	Name: BMW K1300GT Model code: K44 Parts Catalog Code: 0538
USA	December 2007 – August 2010	Name: BMW K1300GT Model code: K44 Parts Catalog Code: 0539

Electronic equipment BMW K1300GT (basic & optional):

• Integral ABS-II
• On-board computer
• ESA-II (Electronic Suspension Adjustment)
• TPC (Tyre Pressure Control)
• Cruise-control
• ASC (Automatic Stability Control)
• Heated grips (automatically controlled by the on-board computer)
• Seat heating

Specifications

BMW K1300GT: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2318 mm / 91,2 in
Overall width	965 mm / 38,0 in
Overall height	1438 mm / 52,7 in
Seat height	820/840 mm (32,3/33,1 in) 800/820 mm (31,5/32,3 in) – low seat
Wheelbase	1572 mm / 61,9 in
Ground clearance
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	288 kg / 635 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)	Aluminum bridge frame with load-bearing engine
Front suspension, travel	BMW Duolever, 115 mm / 4,5 in
Rear suspension, travel	BMW EVO Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 135 mm / 5,3 in
Front tire size	120/70 ZR17
Rear tire size	180/55 ZR17
Front brake	Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (Integral ABS-II)
Rear brake	Single disc, 294 mm, 2-piston caliper (Integral ABS-II)
Fuel capacity	24,0 l / 6,3 US gal (reserve – 4,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption	6,19 l / 100 km (38 US mpg)¹
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	4-cylinders in-line transverse
Bore & Stroke	80,0 x 64,3 mm
Displacement	1293 cm³ (78,9 cu in)
Compression ratio	13.0:1
Valve train	Chain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	160,0 hp (118,0 kW) / 9000 rpm
Max. torque	135,0 Nm (13,7 kg-m) / 8000 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	3,2 sec.²
Top speed	249 km/h (155 mph)³
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Bosch BMS-K
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, hydraulic operated
Transmission	6-speed
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V VI	2.294 1.789 1.458 1.240 1.094 0.971
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	BMS-K
Alternator	Three-phase generator, 14V / 945W
Battery capacity	12V-19Ah

Images

BMW K1300GT: images, gallery.

Videos

BMW K1300GT: video.

Manuals

BMW K1300GT: documentation.

BMW K 1200 S: review, history, specs

Class: sport
Production: April 2003 – August 2008
Successor: BMW K1300S

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	April 2003 – August 2008	Name: BMW K1200S Model code: K40 Parts Catalog Code: 0581
USA	April 2003 – August 2008	Name: BMW K1200S Model code: K40 Parts Catalog Code: 0591

Electronic equipment BMW K1200S (basic & optional):

• Integral ABS-II (from 08/2006)
• On-board computer
• ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment)
• ASC (Automatic Stability Control)
• Heated grips (automatically controlled by the on-board computer)

Specifications

BMW K1200S: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2182 mm / 85,9 in
Overall width	905 mm / 35,6 in
Overall height	1211 mm / 47,7 in
Seat height	820 mm / 31,1 in 790 mm / 32,3 in – low seat
Wheelbase	1572 mm / 61,9 in
Ground clearance
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	248 kg / 547 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)	Light alloy weldment with bolt-on tubular steel rear frame
Front suspension, travel	BMW Duolever, 125 mm / 4,9 in
Rear suspension, travel	BMW EVO Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 135 mm / 5,3 in
Front tire size	120/70 ZR17
Rear tire size	190/50 ZR17
Front brake	Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (Integral ABS-I) – K1200S (to August 2006) Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (Integral ABS-II) – K1200S (from August 2006)
Rear brake	Single disc, 265 mm, 2-piston caliper (Integral ABS-I) – K1200S (to August 2006) Single disc, 265 mm, 2-piston caliper (Integral ABS-II) – K1200S (from August 2006)
Fuel capacity	19,0 l / 5,0 US gal (reserve – 4,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption	4,76 l / 100 km (49,4 US mpg)¹
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	4-cylinders in-line transverse
Bore & Stroke	79,0 x 59,0 mm
Displacement	1157 cm³ (70,6 cu in)
Compression ratio	13.0:1
Valve train	Chain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	167,0 hp (123,0 kW) / 10250 rpm
Max. torque	130,0 Nm (13,1 kg-m) / 8250 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	3,17 sec.²
Top speed	277 km/h (172 mph)³
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Bosch BMS-K, 4x 46 mm
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, hydraulic operated
Transmission	6-speed
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V VI	2.412 1.762 1.391 1.231 1.094 0.971
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	BMS-K
Alternator	Three-phase alternator with integrated, fully electronic voltage regulator, 580W
Battery capacity	12V-14Ah

Images

BMW K1200S: images, gallery.

Videos

BMW K1200S: video.

Manuals

BMW K1200S: documentation.

BMW K 1200 GT (K41, K44): review, history, specs

Class: sport-tour
Production: March 2002 – July 2005 (1st generation); November 2004 – September 2008 (2nd generation)
Related: BMW K1200RS (1st generation K1200GT); BMW K1200S (2nd generation K1200GT)
Successor: BMW K1300GT

BMW K 1200 GT (1st generation, K41), Europe, USA, 2002-2005

BMW K 1200 GT (2nd generation, K44), Europe, USA, 2004-2008

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	March 2002 – July 2005	Name: BMW K1200GT (1st generation) Model code: K41 Parts Catalog Code: 0548
Europe	November 2004 – September 2008	Name: BMW K1200GT (2nd generation) Model code: K44 Parts Catalog Code: 0587
USA	April 2002 – October 2004	Name: BMW K1200GT (1st generation) Model code: K41 Parts Catalog Code: 0558
USA	November 2004 – September 2008	Name: BMW K1200GT (2nd generation) Model code: K44 Parts Catalog Code: 0597

Electronic equipment BMW K1200GT 1st generation <K41> (basic & optional):

Integral ABS-I
Cruise-control
Heated grips
Heated seat

Electronic equipment BMW K1200GT 2nd generation <K44> (basic & optional):

Integral ABS-II (from 08.2006)
On-board computer
ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment)
TPC (Tyre Pressure Control)
Cruise-control
ASC (Automatic Stability Control)
Heated grips (automatically controlled by the on-board computer)
Heated seat

Specifications

BMW K1200GT: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2250 mm / 88,6 in – K1200GT (1st generation) 2318 mm / 91,2 in – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Overall width	920 mm / 36,2 in – K1200GT (1st generation) 982 mm / 38,7 in – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Overall height	1340 mm / 52,7 in – K1200GT (1st generation) 1438 mm / 52,7 in – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Seat height	790/820 mm (31,1/32,3 in) – K1200GT (1st generation) 820/840 mm (32,3/33,1 in) – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Wheelbase	1550 mm / 61,0 in – K1200GT (1st generation) 1572 mm / 61,9 in – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Ground clearance
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	300 kg / 660 lbs – K1200GT (1st generation) 288 kg / 635 lbs – K1200GT (2nd generation)
FRAME
Frame (type)	Bridging frame consisting of die cast aluminium, engine de-coupled from vibration through bearings – K1200GT (1st generation) Light alloy weldment with bolt-on tubular steel rear frame – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Front suspension, travel	BMW Telelever, 115 mm / 4,5 in – K1200GT (1st generation) BMW Duolever, 125 mm / 4,9 in – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Rear suspension, travel	BMW Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 150 mm / 5,9 in – K1200GT (1st generation) BMW EVO Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 135 mm / 5,3 in – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Front tire size	120/70 ZR17
Rear tire size	180/55 ZR17
Front brake	Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (Integral ABS-I) – K1200GT (1st generation) Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (Integral ABS-II) – K1200GT (2nd generation, from 08.2006)
Rear brake	Single disc, 285 mm, 2-piston caliper (Integral ABS-I) – K1200GT (1st generation) Single disc, 294 mm, 2-piston caliper (Integral ABS-II) – K1200GT (2nd generation, from 08.2006)
Fuel capacity	21,0 l / 5,5 US gal (reserve – 4,0 l) – K1200GT (1st generation) 24,0 l / 6,3 US gal (reserve – 4,0 l) – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Fuel economy / consumption	6,19 l / 100 km (38 US mpg)¹ – K1200GT (1st generation) 5,55 l / 100 km (42,4 US mpg)² – K1200GT (2nd generation)
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	4-cylinders in-line, longitudinally installed – K1200GT (1st generation) 4-cylinders in-line transverse – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Bore & Stroke	70,5 x 75,0 mm – K1200GT (1st generation) 79,0 x 59,0 mm – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Displacement	1171 cm³ (71,4 cu in) – K1200GT (1st generation) 1157 cm³ (70,6 cu in) – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Compression ratio	11.5:1 – K1200GT (1st generation) 13.0:1 – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Valve train	Chain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	130,0 hp (96,0 kW) / 8750 rpm – K1200GT (1st generation) 152,0 hp (112,0 kW) / 9500 rpm – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Max. torque	117,0 Nm (11,8 kg-m) / 6750 rpm – K1200GT (1st generation) 130,0 Nm (13,1 kg-m) / 7750 rpm – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	3,87 sec.³ – K1200GT (1st generation) 3,48 sec.⁴ – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Top speed	230 km/h (143 mph)⁵ – K1200GT (1st generation) 253 km/h (157 mph)⁶ – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.4 – K1200GT (1st generation) Fuel Injection, Bosch BMS-K – K1200GT (2nd generation)
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Single dry plate, hydraulic operated – K1200GT (1st generation) Wet, multi-plate, hydraulic operated – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Transmission	6-speed
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V VI
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	Motronic (mapped characteristic control) – K1200GT (1st generation) BMS-K – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Alternator	Three-phase generator, 14V / 840W – K1200GT (1st generation) Three-phase generator, 14V / 945W – K1200GT (2nd generation)
Battery capacity	12V-19Ah

Images

BMW K1200GT: images, gallery.

Videos

BMW K1200GT: video.

BMW K1200GT K41

BMW K1200GT K44

Manuals

BMW K1200GT: documentation.

BMW K1: review, history, specs

Class: sport
Production: 1988-1993
Related: BMW K100RS (2nd generation, 16V)

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	1988 – 1993	Name: BMW K1 Model code: 89V1
USA	January 1989 – November 1992	Name: BMW K1 Model code: 89V1

Specifications

BMW K1: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2230 mm / 87,8 in
Overall width	875 mm / 34,4 in
Overall height	1210 mm / 47,6 in
Seat height	780 mm / 30,7 in
Wheelbase	1565 mm / 61,6 in
Ground clearance	140 mm / 5,5 in
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	258 kg / 569 lbs 268 kg / 591 lbs – K1 (ABS)
FRAME
Frame (type)	Tubular space frame, engine serving as load bearing component
Front suspension, travel	Telescopic fork 41 mm, 135 mm / 5,3 in
Rear suspension, travel	BMW Paralever (adjustable), 137,5 mm / 5,4 in
Front tire size	120/70 VB17
Rear tire size	160/60 VB18
Front brake	Double disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (option: ABS-I)
Rear brake	Single disc, 285 mm, 2-piston caliper (option: ABS-I)
Fuel capacity	22,0 l / 5,81 US gal (reserve – 5,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption	4,2 l / 100 km (56 US mpg)¹
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	4-cylinders in-line, longitudinally installed
Bore & Stroke	67,0 x 70,0 mm
Displacement	987 cm³ (60,2 cu in)
Compression ratio	11.0:1
Valve train	Chain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	100,0 hp (74,0 kW) / 8000 rpm
Max. torque	100,0 Nm (9,8 kg-m) / 6750 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	3,9 sec.²
Top speed	240 km/h (149 mph)³
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Bosch Motronic MA 2.1
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Single dry plate, cable operated
Transmission	5-speed
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	Motronic (mapped characteristic control)
Alternator	Three-phase generator, 14V / 460W
Battery capacity	12V-25Ah

Images

Videos

BMW K1: video.

Manuals

BMW K1: documentation.

BMW K 100 RS: review, history, specs

Class: sport-tour
Production: 1983-1993
Successor: BMW K1100RS

BMW K 100 RS (1st generation, 8 valves), Europe, USA, 1983-1988

BMW K 100 RS (2nd generation, 16 valves), Europe, USA, 1989-1993

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	1983 – 1988	Name: BMW K100RS 2V = 8 valves (1st generation) Model code: K589
Europe	1989 – 1993	Name: BMW K100RS 4V = 16 valves (2nd generation) Model code: 89V1
USA	March 1984 – July 1989	Name: BMW K100RS 2V = 8 valves (1st generation) Model code: K589
USA	July 1990 – January 1992	Name: BMW K100RS 4V = 16 valves (2nd generation) Model code: 89V1

Specifications

BMW K100RS: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2220 mm / 87,4 in – K100RS (1st generation) 2230 mm / 87,8 in – K100RS (2nd generation)
Overall width	820 mm / 32,3 in – K100RS (1st generation) 875 mm / 34,4 in – K100RS (2nd generation)
Overall height	1271 mm / 50,0 in – K100RS (1st generation) 1260 mm / 49,6 in – K100RS (2nd generation)
Seat height	810 mm / 31,9 in – K100RS (1st generation) 800 mm / 31,5 in – K100RS (2nd generation)
Wheelbase	1516 mm / 59,7 in – K100RS (1st generation) 1565 mm / 61,6 in – K100RS (2nd generation)
Ground clearance	175 mm / 6,9 in – K100RS (1st generation) 140 mm / 5,5 in – K100RS (2nd generation)
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	253 kg / 558 lbs – K100RS (1st generation) 263 kg / 580 lbs – K100RS (1st generation, ABS) 259 kg / 571 lbs – K100RS (2nd generation) 269 kg / 593 lbs – K100RS (2nd generation, ABS)
FRAME
Frame (type)	Tubular space frame, engine serving as load bearing component
Front suspension, travel	Telescopic fork 41 mm, 185 mm / 7,3 in – K100RS (1st generation) Telescopic fork 41 mm, 135 mm / 5,3 in – K100RS (2nd generation)
Rear suspension, travel	BMW Monolever (adjustable), 110 mm / 4,3 in – K100RS (1st generation) BMW Paralever (adjustable), 137,5 mm / 5,4 in – K100RS (2nd generation)
Front tire size	100/90 V18 – K100RS (1st generation) 120/70 VB17 – K100RS (2nd generation)
Rear tire size	130/90 V17 – K100RS (1st generation) 160/60 VB18 – K100RS (2nd generation)
Front brake	Double disc, 285 mm, 2-piston calipers (from 1988, option: ABS-I) – K100RS (1st generation) Double disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (option: ABS-I) – K100RS (2nd generation)
Rear brake	Single disc, 285 mm, 2-piston caliper (from 1988, option: ABS-I) – K100RS (1st generation) Single disc, 285 mm, 2-piston caliper (option: ABS-I) – K100RS (2nd generation)
Fuel capacity	22,0 l / 5,81 US gal (reserve – 5,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption	4,3 l / 100 km (54 US mpg)¹ – K100RS (1st generation) 4,7 l / 100 km (50 US mpg)² – K100RS (2nd generation)
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	4-cylinders in-line, longitudinally installed
Bore & Stroke	67,0 x 70,0 mm
Displacement	987 cm³ (60,2 cu in)
Compression ratio	10.2:1 – K100RS (1st generation) 11.0:1 – K100RS (2nd generation)
Valve train	Chain driven DOHC, 2 valves per cylinder – K100RS (1st generation) Chain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder – K100RS (2nd generation)
Max. power	90,0 hp (66,0 kW) / 8000 rpm – K100RS (1st generation) 100,0 hp (74,0 kW) / 8000 rpm – K100RS (2nd generation)
Max. torque	86,0 Nm (8,7 kg-m) / 6000 rpm – K100RS (1st generation) 100,0 Nm (9,8 kg-m) / 6750 rpm – K100RS (2nd generation)
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	4,3 sec.³ – K100RS (1st generation) 3,9 sec.⁴ – K100RS (2nd generation)
Top speed	220 km/h (136 mph)⁵ – K100RS (1st generation) 232 km/h (144 mph)⁶ – K100RS (2nd generation)
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Bosch LE-Jetronic – K100RS (1st generation) Fuel Injection, Bosch Motronic MA 2.1 – K100RS (2nd generation)
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Single dry plate, cable operated
Transmission	5-speed
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	AII-electronic, breakerless microprocessor controlled digital system – K100RS (1st generation) Motronic (mapped characteristic control) – K100RS (2nd generation)
Alternator	Three-phase generator, 14V / 460W
Battery capacity	12V-20Ah – K100RS (1st generation) 12V-25Ah – K100RS (2nd generation)

Images

BMW K100RS: images, gallery.

Videos

BMW K100RS: video.

Manuals

BMW K100RS: documentation.