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BMW R 850 C: review, history, specs

Class: cruiser
Production: January 1997 – September 2000
Related: BMW R1200C

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	January 1997 – September 2000	Name: BMW R850C Model code: 59C1 Parts Catalog Code: 0421

Specifications

BMW R850C: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2340 mm / 92,1 in
Overall width	1050 mm / 41,3 in
Overall height	1130 mm / 44,5 in
Seat height	740 mm / 29,1 in
Wheelbase	1650 mm / 65,0 in
Ground clearance	172 mm / 6,8 in
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	256 kg / 564 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)	Tubular space frame (steel)
Front suspension, travel	BMW Telelever, 144 mm / 5,67 in
Rear suspension, travel	BMW Monolever (adjustable 7-way spring pre-load), 100 mm / 3,94 in
Front tire size	100/90-18 (56H)
Rear tire size	170/80-15 (83H)
Front brake	Double disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (option: ABS-II)
Rear brake	Single disc, 285 mm, 2-piston caliper (option: ABS-II)
Fuel capacity	17,0 l / 4,5 US gal (reserve – 6,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption	4,6 l / 100 km (51 US mpg)¹
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Air&Oil-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	Flat twin (boxer)
Bore & Stroke	87,5 x 70,5 mm
Displacement	848 cm³ (51,7 cu in)
Compression ratio	10.3:1
Valve train	Chain driven SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	50,0 hp (37,0 kW) / 5250 rpm
Max. torque	71,0 Nm (7,2 kg-m) / 4750 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	6,9 sec.²
Top speed	155 km/h (96 mph)³
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.4
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Single dry plate, hydraulic operated
Transmission	5-speed
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V	3.864 3.022 2.393 1.962 1.511
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	Motronic (mapped characteristic control)
Alternator	Belt driven three-phase generator, 14V / 700W
Battery capacity	12V-19Ah

Images

BMW R850C: images, gallery.

Videos

BMW R850C: video.

Manuals

BMW R850C: documentation.

BMW R850C: Repair Manual

BMW R 1200 C: review, history, specs

Class: cruiser
Production: April 1996 – October 2004

BMW R 1200 C Classic & Avantgarde (Europe, USA); 1996-2004

BMW R 1200 C Independent (Europe, USA), 2000-2004

BMW R 1200 C Montauk (Europe, USA), 2002-2004

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	April 1996 – May 2003	Name: BMW R1200C Classic & Avantgarde (1st generation) Model code: 59C1 Parts Catalog Code: 0424
Europe	October 2002 – July 2004	Name: BMW R1200C Classic & Avantgarde (2nd generation) Model code: 59C1 Parts Catalog Code: 0329
USA	June 1996 – May 2003	Name: BMW R1200C Classic & Avantgarde (1st generation) Model code: 59C1 Parts Catalog Code: 0434
USA	October 2002 – July 2004	Name: BMW R1200C Classic & Avantgarde (2nd generation) Model code: 59C1 Parts Catalog Code: 0379
Europe	May 2000 – May 2003	Name: BMW R1200C Independent (1st generation) Model code: 59C3 Parts Catalog Code: 0405
Europe	February 2003 – August 2004	Name: BMW R1200C Independent (2nd generation) Model code: 59C3 Parts Catalog Code: 0362
USA	September 2000 – May 2003	Name: BMW R1200C Independent (1st generation) Model code: 59C3 Parts Catalog Code: 0433
USA	October 2003 – May 2004	Name: BMW R1200C Independent (2nd generation) Model code: 59C3 Parts Catalog Code: 0391
Europe	October 2002 – October 2004	Name: BMW R1200C Montauk Model code: 59C2 Parts Catalog Code: 0309
USA	October 2002 – October 2004	Name: BMW R1200C Montauk Model code: 59C2 Parts Catalog Code: 0319
Europe	October 2001 – July 2004	Name: BMW R1200CL Model code: K30 Parts Catalog Code: 0442
USA	October 2001 – July 2004	Name: BMW R1200CL Model code: K30 Parts Catalog Code: 0496

Specifications

BMW R1200C: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2340 mm / 92,1 in – R1200C 2415 mm / 95,1 in – R1200CL 2370 mm / 93,3 in – Montauk
Overall width	1050 mm / 41,3 in – R1200C 1075 mm / 42,3 in – R1200CL 1120 mm / 44,1 in – Montauk
Overall height	1130 mm / 44,5 in – R1200C 1435 mm / 56,5 in – R1200CL 1340 mm / 52,7 in – Montauk
Seat height	740 mm / 29,1 in – R1200C 745 mm / 29,3 in – R1200CL 770 mm / 30,3 in – Montauk
Wheelbase	1650 mm / 65,0 in – R1200C 1641 mm / 64,6 in – R1200CL
Ground clearance	172 mm / 6,8 in – R1200C
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	256 kg / 564 lbs – R1200C 308 kg / 679 lbs – R1200CL 265 kg / 584 lbs – Montauk
FRAME
Frame (type)	Tubular space frame (steel)
Front suspension, travel	BMW Telelever, 144 mm / 5,67 in
Rear suspension, travel	BMW Monolever (adjustable 7-way spring pre-load), 100 mm / 3,94 in
Front tire size	100/90-18 150/80-16 – R1200CL, Montauk
Rear tire size	170/80-15
Front brake	Double disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (option: ABS-II) – Independent (1st generation), R1200C (1st generation) Double disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (option: Integral ABS-I) – R1200CL, Montauk, Independent (2nd generation), R1200C (2nd generation)
Rear brake	Single disc, 285 mm, 2-piston caliper (option: ABS-II) – Independent (1st generation), R1200C (1st generation) Single disc, 285 mm, 2-piston caliper (option: Integral ABS-I) – R1200CL, Montauk, Independent (2nd generation), R1200C (2nd generation)
Fuel capacity	17,0 l / 4,5 US gal (reserve – 6,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption	5,53 l / 100 km (42,5 US mpg)¹ 5,41 l / 100 km (43,5 mpg)²
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Air&Oil-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	Flat twin (boxer)
Bore & Stroke	101,0 x 73,0 mm
Displacement	1170 cm³ (71,4 cu in)
Compression ratio	10.0:1
Valve train	Chain driven SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	61,0 hp (45,0 kW) / 5000 rpm
Max. torque	98,0 Nm (9,8 kg-m) / 3000 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	5,22 sec.³ – R1200C 6,53 sec.⁴ – R1200CL
Top speed	175 km/h (109 mph)⁵ – R1200C 164 km/h (102 mph)⁶ – R1200CL
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.4
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Single dry plate, hydraulic operated
Transmission	5-speed 6-speed – R1200CL, Montauk, Independent (option)
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V VI
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	Motronic (mapped characteristic control) 2 spark plugs per cylinder – R1200CL, R1200C (2nd generation), Montauk, Independent (2nd generation)
Alternator	Belt driven three-phase generator, 14V / 700W
Battery capacity	12V-19Ah

Images

Videos

BMW R1200C: video.

Manuals

BMW R1200C: documentation.

BMW R1200C: Repair Manual

BMW F 650 GS (800cc): review, history, specs

Class: adventure
Production: October 2006 – June 2012
Related: BMW F800GS
Predecessor: BMW F650GS (652cc)
Successor: BMW F700GS

Electronic equipment BMW F650GS (basic & optional):

ABS
RDC (or Tire Pressure Control)

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	October 2006 – June 2012	Name: BMW F650GS Model code: K72 Parts Catalog Code: 0218
USA	November 2006 – June 2012	Name: BMW F650GS Model code: K72 Parts Catalog Code: 0228

Specifications

BMW F650GS (2006-2012): specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2280 mm / 89,7 in
Overall width	845 mm / 33,3 in
Overall height	1240 mm / 48,8 in
Seat height	820 mm / 32,3 in 790 mm / 31,1 in – Low dual seat 765 mm / 30,1 in – Low seat, Low suspension
Wheelbase	1575 mm / 62,0 in
Ground clearance
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	199 kg / 439 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)	Tubular space frame (steel)
Front suspension, travel	41 mm telescopic fork, 180 mm / 7,1 in
Rear suspension, travel	Swingarm with monoshock (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 170 mm / 6,7 in
Front tire size	110/80-R19
Rear tire size	140/80-R17
Front brake	Single disc, 300 mm, 2-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	4,61 l / 100 km (51 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	71,0 hp (52,0 kW) / 7000 rpm
Max. torque	75,0 Nm (7,6 kg-m) / 4500 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	4,24 sec.²
Top speed	196 km/h (121,5 mph)³
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, cable operated
Transmission	6-speed
Final drive	Chain
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 F650GS (2006-2012): images, gallery.

Videos

BMW F650GS (2006-2012): video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7o0ajA2us0Q

Manuals

BMW F650GS (2006-2012): documentation.

BMW F 650 (F 650 ST): review, history, specs

Class: adventure
Production: September 1993 – April 2003
Successor: BMW F650GS (652cc)

BMW F 650 (Europe), 1st generation, 1993-1996

BMW F 650 (Europe, USA), 2nd generation, 1996-2003

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	September 1993 – July 1996	Name: BMW F650 (1st generation) Model code: E169 Parts Catalog Code: 0161
Europe	September 1996 – April 2003	Name: BMW F650 (2nd generation) Model code: E169 Parts Catalog Code: 0162
USA	September 1996 – December 1999	Name: BMW F650 (2nd generation) Model code: E169 Parts Catalog Code: 0166
Europe	September 1996 – September 2000	Name: BMW F650 ST Model code: E169 Parts Catalog Code: 0163
USA	September 1996 – June 1997	Name: BMW F650 ST Model code: E169 Parts Catalog Code: 0168

Specifications

BMW F650 (F650ST): specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2180 mm / 85,8 in – F650 2160 mm / 85,0 in – F650ST
Overall width	880 mm / 34,6 in
Overall height	1220 mm / 48,0 in – F650 1190 mm / 46,9 in – F650ST
Seat height	810 mm / 31,9 in – F650 785 mm / 30,9 in – F650ST
Wheelbase	1480 mm / 58,3 in – F650 1470 mm / 57,9 in – F650ST
Ground clearance
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	189 kg / 417 lbs – F650 191 kg / 421 lbs – F650ST
FRAME
Frame (type)	Bridge-type tubular frame with integrated oil tank and bolted on rear frame
Front suspension, travel	41 mm telescopic fork, 170 mm / 6,7 in
Rear suspension, travel	Swingarm with monoshock (adjustable rebound damping), 165 mm / 6,5 in
Front tire size	100/90-19 – F650 100/90-18 – F650ST
Rear tire size	130/80-17
Front brake	Single disc, 300 mm, 2-piston caliper
Rear brake	Single disc, 240 mm, 1-piston caliper
Fuel capacity	17,0 l / 4,49 US gal
Fuel economy / consumption	4,7 l / 100 km (50 US mpg)¹
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	Single cylinder
Bore & Stroke	100,0 x 83,0 mm
Displacement	652 cm³ (39,78 cu in)
Compression ratio	9.7:1
Valve train	Chain driven DOHC, 4 valves
Max. power	48,0 hp (35,0 kW) / 6500 rpm
Max. torque	57,0 Nm (5,8 kg-m) / 5200 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	5,3 sec.²
Top speed	163 km/h (101 mph)³
Fuel system (type)	Carburetor, 2x Mikuni BST33
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, cable operated
Transmission	5-speed
Final drive	Chain
Gear ratio I II III IV V	2.750 1.750 1.313 1.045 0.875
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	Transistorized 2 spark plugs
Alternator	14V / 280W
Battery capacity	12V-12Ah

Images

BMW F650 (F650ST): images, gallery.

Videos

BMW F650 (F650ST): video.

Manuals

BMW F650 (F650ST): documentation.

BMW R 850 R: review, history, specs

Class: heritage / roadster
Production: March 1994 – November 2002 (1st generation); November 1999 – July 2007 (2nd generation)
Related: BMW R1100R / BMW R1150R

BMW R 850 R (Europe, USA), 1st generation, 1994-1996

BMW R 850 R (Europe, USA), 1st generation, 1997-2002

BMW R 850 R (Europe), 2nd generation, 1999-2007

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	March 1994 – December 1996	Name: BMW R850R (1st generation, spoked & cast wheel, naked dashboard) Model code: 259R Parts Catalog Code: 0401
USA	August 1995 – December 1996	Name: BMW R850R (1st generation, spoked & cast wheel, naked dashboard) Model code: 259R Parts Catalog Code: 0406
Europe	January 1997 – November 2002	Name: BMW R850R (1st generation, spoked & cast wheel, classic dashboard) Model code: 259R Parts Catalog Code: 0401
USA	January – April 1997	Name: BMW R850R (1st generation, spoked & cast wheel, classic dashboard) Model code: 259R Parts Catalog Code: 0406
Europe	November 1999 – July 2007	Name: BMW R850R (2nd generation, cast wheel) Model code: R28 Parts Catalog Code: 0428

Specifications

BMW R850R: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2197 mm / 86,5 in – R850R (1st generation) 2170 mm / 85,4 in – R850R (2nd generation)
Overall width	761 mm / 30,0 in – R850R (1st generation) 825 mm / 32,5 in – R850R (2nd generation)
Overall height	1170 mm / 46,1 in – R850R (1st generation) 1165 mm / 45,9 in – R850R (2nd generation)
Seat height	760/780/800 mm (adjustable seat) – R850R (1st generation) 800 mm / 31,5 in – R850R (2nd generation) 770 mm / 30,3 in – R850R (low seat, 2nd generation)
Wheelbase	1487 mm / 58,5 in
Ground clearance	138 mm / 5,4 in
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	235 kg / 518 lbs – R850R (1st generation) 238 kg / 525 lbs – R850R (2nd generation)
FRAME
Frame (type)	Tubular space frame (steel)
Front suspension, travel	BMW Telelever, 120 mm / 4,72 in
Rear suspension, travel	BMW Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 135 mm / 5,3 in
Front tire size	120/70 ZR17 – R850R (1st generation, cast wheel; 2nd generation) 110/80 ZR18 – R850R (1st generation, spoked wheel)
Rear tire size	160/60 ZR18 – R850R (1st generation, cast wheel) 150/70 ZR17 – R850R (1st generation , spoked wheel) 170/60 ZR17 – R850R (2nd generation)
Front brake	Double disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (ABS-II) – R850R (1st generation) Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (integral ABS-I) – R850R (2nd generation)
Rear brake	Single disc, 276 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS-II) – R850R (1st generation) Single disc, 276 mm, 2-piston caliper (integral ABS-I) – R850R (2nd generation)
Fuel capacity	21,0 l / 5,5 US gal (reserve – 6,0 l) – R850R (1st generation) 20,4 l / 5,39 US gal (reserve – 5,0 l) – R850R (2nd generation)
Fuel economy / consumption	5,38 l / 100 km (43,7 US mpg)¹
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Air&Oil-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	Flat twin (boxer)
Bore & Stroke	87,5 x 70,5 mm
Displacement	848 cm³ (51,7 cu in)
Compression ratio	10.3:1
Valve train	Chain driven SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	70,0 hp (52,0 kW) / 7000 rpm
Max. torque	77,0 Nm (7,8 kg-m) / 5500 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	4,15 sec.²
Top speed	180 km/h (112 mph)³
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.2 – R850R (1st generation) Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.4 – R850R (2nd generation)
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Single dry plate, cable operated – R850R (1st generation) Single dry plate, hydraulic operated – R850R (2nd generation)
Transmission	5-speed – R850R (1st generation) 6-speed – R850R (2nd generation)
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V VI
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	Motronic (mapped characteristic control)
Alternator	Belt driven three-phase generator, 14V / 700W
Battery capacity	12V-19Ah

Images

BMW R850R: images, gallery.

Videos

BMW R850R: video.

Manuals

BMW R850R: documentation.

BMW R 1150 R (Rockster): review, history, specs

Class: heritage / roadster
Production: November 1999 – June 2006
Predecessor: BMW R1100R
Successor: BMW R1200R

BMW R 1150 R Rockster (Europe, USA), 2002-2005

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	November 1999 – June 2006	Name: BMW R1150R Model code: R28 Parts Catalog Code: 0429
USA	March 2000 – February 2006	Name: BMW R1150R Model code: R28 Parts Catalog Code: 0439
Europe	March 2002 – July 2005	Name: BMW R1150R Rockster Model code: R28 Parts Catalog Code: 0308
USA	March 2002 – July 2005	Name: BMW R1150R Rockster Model code: R28 Parts Catalog Code: 0318

Specifications

BMW R1150R / Rockster: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2170 mm / 85,4 in
Overall width	825 mm / 32,5 in
Overall height	1165 mm / 45,9 in
Seat height	800 mm / 31,5 in 770 mm / 30,3 in – low seat
Wheelbase	1487 mm / 58,5 in
Ground clearance	138 mm / 5,4 in
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	238 kg / 525 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)	Tubular space frame (steel)
Front suspension, travel	BMW Telelever, 120 mm / 4,72 in
Rear suspension, travel	BMW Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 135 mm / 5,3 in
Front tire size	120/70 ZR17
Rear tire size	170/60 ZR17 180/55 ZR17 – Rockster
Front brake	Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (integral ABS-I)
Rear brake	Single disc, 276 mm, 2-piston caliper (integral ABS-I)
Fuel capacity	20,4 l / 5,39 US gal (reserve – 5,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption	5,74 l / 100 km (41 US mpg)¹
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Air&Oil-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	Flat twin (boxer)
Bore & Stroke	101,0 x 70,5 mm
Displacement	1130 cm³ (68,9 cu in)
Compression ratio	10.3:1
Valve train	Chain driven SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	85,0 hp (62,5 kW) / 6750 rpm
Max. torque	98,0 Nm (9,9 kg-m) / 5250 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	3,89 sec.²
Top speed	219 km/h (136 mph)³
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.4
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Single dry plate, hydraulic operated
Transmission	6-speed
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V VI	3.864 3.022 2.393 1.962 1.700 1.511
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	Motronic (mapped characteristic control) 2 spark plugs per cylinder – R1150R (from October 2002); Rockster
Alternator	Belt driven three-phase generator, 14V / 700W
Battery capacity	12V-19Ah

Images

BMW R1150R / Rockster: images, gallery.

Videos

BMW R1150R / Rockster: video.

Manuals

BMW R1150R / Rockster: documentation.

BMW R 850 GS: review, history, specs

Class: adventure
Production: October 1996 – July 2000
Related: BMW R1100GS

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	October 1996 – July 2000	Name: BMW R850GS Model code: 259E Parts Catalog Code: 0403

Specifications

BMW R850GS: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2189 mm / 86,2 in
Overall width	890 mm / 35,0 in
Overall height	1366 mm / 53,8 in
Seat height	840/860 mm (adjustable seat)
Wheelbase	1509 mm / 59,4 in
Ground clearance	200 mm / 7,87 in
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	243 kg / 536 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)	Tubular space frame (steel)
Front suspension, travel	BMW Telelever (adjustable spring pre-load), 190 mm / 7,48 in
Rear suspension, travel	BMW Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 200 mm / 7,87 in
Front tire size	110/80-R19 (59H)
Rear tire size	150/70-R17 (69H)
Front brake	Double disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (ABS-II)
Rear brake	Single disc, 276 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS-II)
Fuel capacity	25,0 l / 6,6 US gal (reserve – 6,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption	4,6 l / 100 km (51 US mpg)¹
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Air&Oil-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	Flat twin (boxer)
Bore & Stroke	87,5 x 70,5 mm
Displacement	848 cm³ (51,7 cu in)
Compression ratio	10.3:1
Valve train	Chain driven SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	70,0 hp (52,0 kW) / 7000 rpm
Max. torque	77,0 Nm (7,8 kg-m) / 5000 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	5,0 sec.²
Top speed	187 km/h (116 mph)³
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.2
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Single dry plate, cable operated
Transmission	5-speed
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V	4.163 2.914 2.133 1.740 1.450
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	Motronic (mapped characteristic control)
Alternator	Belt driven three-phase generator, 14V / 700W
Battery capacity	12V-19Ah

Images

BMW R850GS: images, gallery.

Videos

BMW R850GS: video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYfqFym_TZk

Manuals

BMW R850GS: documentation.

BMW R1100GS: Repair Manual

BMW R 850 RT: review, history, specs

Class: tour
Production:

March 1996 – November 2001 (1st generation)

June 2000 – February 2006 (2nd generation)
Related: BMW R1100RT / BMW R1150RT

BMW R 850 RT (Europe), 1st generation, 1996-2001

BMW R850 RT (Europe), 2nd generation, 2000-2006

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	March 1996 – November 2001	Name: BMW R850RT (1st generation) Model code: 259T Parts Catalog Code: 0412
Europe	June 2000 – February 2006	Name: BMW R850RT (2nd generation) Model code: R22 Parts Catalog Code: 0417

Specifications

BMW R850RT: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2230 mm / 87,8 in
Overall width	775 mm / 30,5 in – R850RT (1st generation) 898 mm / 35,3 in – R850RT (2nd generation)
Overall height	1380 mm / 54,3 in
Seat height	800 mm / 31,5 in – R850RT (1st generation) 780/800/820 mm – with adjustable seat – R850RT (1st generation) 805/825/845 mm (adjustable seat) – R850RT (2nd generation) 780/800/820 mm (adjustable low seat) – R850RT (2nd generation)
Wheelbase	1485 mm / 58,5 in
Ground clearance	153 mm / 6,0 in
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	275 kg / 606 lbs – R850RT (1st generation) 279 kg / 615 lbs – R850RT (2nd generation)
FRAME
Frame (type)	Tubular space frame (steel) – R850RT (1st generation) Cast aluminum front frame with tubular steel rear frame, load-bearing drive unit – R850RT (2nd generation)
Front suspension, travel	BMW Telelever, 120 mm / 4,7 in
Rear suspension, travel	BMW Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 135 mm / 5,3 in
Front tire size	120/70 ZR17
Rear tire size	160/60 ZR18 – R850RT (1st generation) 170/60 ZR17 – R850RT (2nd generation)
Front brake	Double disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (ABS-II) – R850RT (1st generation) Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (integral ABS-I) – R850RT (2nd generation)
Rear brake	Single disc, 276 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS-II) – R850RT (1st generation) Single disc, 276 mm, 2-piston caliper (integral ABS-I) – R850RT (2nd generation)
Fuel capacity	26,0 l / 6,8 US gal (reserve – 6,0 l) – R850RT (1st generation) 25,2 l / 6,66 US gal (reserve –4,0 l) – R850RT (2nd generation)
Fuel economy / consumption	4,6 l / 100 km (51 US mpg) – at constant speed 90 km/h¹ 5,7 l / 100 km (41 US mpg) – at constant speed 120 km/h²
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Air&Oil-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	Flat twin (boxer)
Bore & Stroke	87,5 x 70,5 mm
Displacement	848 cm³ (51,7 cu in)
Compression ratio	10.3:1
Valve train	Chain driven SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	70,0 hp (52,0 kW) / 7000 rpm
Max. torque	77,0 Nm (7,8 kg-m) / 5600 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	5,0 sec.³
Top speed	187 km/h (116 mph)⁴
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.2 – R850RT (1st generation) Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.4 – R850RT (2nd generation)
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Single dry plate, cable operated – R850RT (1st generation) Single dry plate, hydraulic operated – R850RT (2nd generation)
Transmission	5-speed – R850RT (1st generation) 6-speed – R850RT (2nd generation)
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V VI	4.163 – R850RT (1st); 3.863 – R850RT (2nd) 2.914 – R850RT (1st); 3.022 – R850RT (2nd) 2.133 – R850RT (1st); 2.393 – R850RT (2nd) 1.740 – R850RT (1st); 1.961 – R850RT (2nd) 1.450 – R850RT (1st); 1.700 – R850RT (2nd) 1.316 – R850RT (2nd)
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	Motronic (mapped characteristic control)
Alternator	Belt driven three-phase generator, 14V / 700W
Battery capacity	12V-19Ah

Images

BMW R850RT: images, gallery.

Videos

BMW R850RT: video.

Manuals

BMW R850RT: documentation.

BMW R 1150 RT: review, history, specs

Class: tour
Production: January 2000 – March 2006
Predecessor: BMW R1100RT
Successor: BMW R1200RT

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	January 2000 – March 2006	Name: BMW R1150RT Model code: R22 Parts Catalog Code: 0419
USA	February 2000 – February 2006	Name: BMW R1150RT Model code: R22 Parts Catalog Code: 0499

Specifications

BMW R1150RT: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2230 mm / 87,8 in
Overall width	898 mm / 35,3 in
Overall height	1380 mm / 54,3 in
Seat height	805/825/845 mm (adjustable seat) 780/800/820 mm (adjustable low seat)
Wheelbase	1485 mm / 58,5 in
Ground clearance	153 mm / 6,0 in
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	279 kg / 615 lbs (without cases)
FRAME
Frame (type)	Cast aluminum front frame with tubular steel rear frame, load-bearing drive unit
Front suspension, travel	BMW Telelever, 120 mm / 4,7 in
Rear suspension, travel	BMW Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 135 mm / 5,3 in
Front tire size	120/70 ZR17
Rear tire size	170/60 ZR17
Front brake	Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (integral ABS-I)
Rear brake	Single disc, 276 mm, 2-piston caliper (integral ABS-I)
Fuel capacity	25,2 l / 6,66 US gal (reserve – 4,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption	6,43 l / 100 km (36,6 US mpg)¹
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Air&Oil-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	Flat twin (boxer)
Bore & Stroke	101,0 x 70,5 mm
Displacement	1130 cm³ (68,9 cu in)
Compression ratio	11.3:1
Valve train	Chain driven SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	95,0 hp (70,0 kW) / 7250 rpm
Max. torque	100,0 Nm (10,1 kg-m) / 5500 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	4,97 sec.²
Top speed	204 km/h (127 mph)³
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.4
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Single dry plate, hydraulic operated
Transmission	6-speed
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V VI	3.863 3.022 2.393 1.961 1.700 1.316
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	Motronic (mapped characteristic control) 2 spark plugs per cylinder – R1150RT (from December 2002)
Alternator	Belt driven three-phase generator, 14V / 700W
Battery capacity	12V-19Ah

Images

BMW R1150RT: images, gallery.

Videos

BMW R1150RT: video.

Manuals

BMW R1150RT: documentation.

BMW R 1150 RS: review, history, specs

Class: sport-tour
Production: November 2000 – November 2004
Predecessor: BMW R1100RS
Successor: BMW R1200ST; BMW R1200RS

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	November 2000 – November 2004	Name: BMW R1150RS Model code: R22 Parts Catalog Code: 0447
USA	November 2000 – January 2004	Name: BMW R1150RS Model code: R22 Parts Catalog Code: 0498

Specifications

BMW R1150RS: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2170 mm / 85,4 in
Overall width	920 mm / 36,2 in
Overall height	1286 mm / 50,6 in
Seat height	790/810/830 mm (adjustable seat)
Wheelbase	1469 mm / 57,8 in
Ground clearance	153 mm / 6,0 in
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	246 kg / 541 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)	Cast aluminum front frame with tubular steel rear frame, load-bearing drive unit
Front suspension, travel	BMW Telelever, 120 mm / 4,7 in
Rear suspension, travel	BMW Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 135 mm / 5,3 in
Front tire size	120/70 ZR17
Rear tire size	170/60 ZR17
Front brake	Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (integral ABS-I)
Rear brake	Single disc, 276 mm, 2-piston caliper (integral ABS-I)
Fuel capacity	22,0 l / 5,8 US gal (reserve – 4,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption	5,57 l / 100 km (42,2 US mpg)¹
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Air&Oil-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	Flat twin (boxer)
Bore & Stroke	101,0 x 70,5 mm
Displacement	1130 cm³ (68,9 cu in)
Compression ratio	11.3:1
Valve train	Chain driven SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	95,0 hp (70,0 kW) / 7250 rpm
Max. torque	100,0 Nm (10,1 kg-m) / 5500 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	4,04 sec.²
Top speed	217 km/h (135 mph)³
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.4
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Single dry plate, hydraulic operated
Transmission	6-speed
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V VI	3.863 3.022 2.393 1.961 1.700 1.316
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	Motronic (mapped characteristic control) 2 spark plugs per cylinder – R1150RS (from December 2002)
Alternator	Belt driven three-phase generator, 14V / 700W
Battery capacity	12V-19Ah

Images

BMW R1150RS: images, gallery.

Videos

BMW R1150RS: video.

Manuals

BMW R1150RS: documentation.

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