2018 BMW R 1200 RT Buyer’s Guide | Specs & Price

August 15, 2017

2018 BMW R 1200 RT

An iconic long-distance tourer, the 2018 BMW R 1200 RT has a classic boxer twin as its centerpiece, albeit updated to feature both liquid- and air-cooling.

With a generous wheelbase and rake, the BMW R 1200 RT is a smooth highwayman. The big change for the coast-to-coast sport-touring runner is ABS Pro.

Options galore are available for RT purchasers, including Emergency Calling (should you go down unexpectedly) and Dynamic Traction Control (works with Pro riding modes.

To add even a bit more class to this mile churner, BMW has embossed the RT logo on the seat.

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2018 BMW R 1200 RT Specs:

ENGINE

Type: Horizontally opposed twin
Displacement: 1170cc
Bore x stroke: 101 x 73mm
Maximum power: 125 horsepower @ 7750 rpm
Maximum torque: 92 ft/lbs @ 6500 rpm
Compression ratio: 12.5:1
Valve train: DOHC, 4vpc
Cooling: Liquid and air
Transmission: Constant mesh 6-speed w/ helical gear teeth
Final drive: Shaft

CHASSIS

Frame: Continuous tubular steel bridge-type
Front suspension; travel: Non-adjustable BMW Telelever 37mm forks w/ central spring strut; 4.7 inches
Rear suspension; travel: BMW EVO Paralever and WAD strut w/ spring-preload and rebound-damping adjustable shock; 5.4 inches
Front wheel: 3.50 x 17; cast aluminum
Rear wheel: 4.50 x 17; cast aluminum
Front tire: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tire: 180/55 ZR 17
Front brakes: Dual floating 320mm discs w/ four-piston fixed calipers
Rear brake: 276mm disc, with dual-piston floating caliper
ABS: Standard

DIMENSIONS