Saturday, May 30, 2009

ABOUT BMW K1200R




Specs For BMW K1200 R

** Specifications Courtesy of BMW **
BMW K1200R - MSRP: $14,300
Engine
Type Transverse mounted, liquied cooled inline 4-cyclinder
Displacement 1157 cc
Bore X Stroke 79 mm x 59 mm
*Claimed* Horsepower 163 bhp @ 10250 rpm
*Claimed* Torque 94 lb/ft @ 8250 rpm
Valve Gear DOHC, chain-driven with bucket tappets
No of cylinders 4
Compression Ratio 13.0:1
Engine Management BMW Engine Controller - BMS K
Valves per Cylinder Four
Valves 2 x 32.0 mm intake / 2 x 27.5 mm exhaust
Fuel Tank HDPE, internal pump and internal filter
Alternator W 580 Watts @ 14 Volts
Battery V/AH 12 Volts / 14 Amps/hour
Engine Summary Laterally mounted, this 16-valve, water-cooled K series engine angles the cylinders forward by 55 degrees, lowering the center of gravity significantly. Inspired by Formula One technology, this high-powered engine has a narrow profile, close gear ratios, and precise 6-gear shifting. Gearbox response is immediate, which means startling acceleration, amazing horsepower, and absolutely mind-bending performance.
Drivetrain
Clutch 151 mm, multi-disc oil bath
Gear Box 6 speed gear box
Primary Transmission 1:1.559
Gear Ratios I: 2.52:1
II: 1.84:1
III: 1.45:1
IV: 1.28:1
V: 1.14:1
VI: 1.01:1
Final Drive System Enclosed driveshaft with two universal joints
Final Drive Ratio 2.91:1
Frame & Suspension
Frame Composite aluminum frame
Front wheel suspension BMW Duolever
Rear wheel suspension BMW EVO Paralever
Spring Travel front/rear 4.5 inches / 5.3 inches
Ground Clearance N/A
Handlebar center point angle 61.0 degrees
Brakes
Brake System BMW EVO
Front Brakes Two, four-piston fixed calipers
Front Rotor 12.6 inch dual floating rotors
Rear Brakes Single, two-piston fixed caliper
Rear Rotor 10.4 inch single, fixed rotor
Actuation Hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type
Wheels & Tires
Front Wheel 3.50 x 17 cast alloy, five double-spoke
Rear Wheel 5.50 x 17 cast alloy, five double-spoke
Front Tire 120/70 x 17 tubeless
Michelin Pilot Road N 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)
Bridgestone BT014 F Radial F120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)
Bridgestone BT020 F L Radial 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)
Dunlop D220F ST 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)
Metzeler Sportec M-1 B 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)
Metzeler Roadtec Z6 K 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)
Michelin Pilot Power B 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)
Rear Tire 180/55 x 17 tubeless
Michelin Pilot Road K 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W)
Bridgestone BT014 R Radial F 190/50 ZR17 M/C (73W)
Bridgestone BT020 R CC Radial 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W)
Dunlop D220 ST P 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W)
Metzeler Sportec M-1 B 190/50 ZR17 M/C (73W)
Metzeler Metzeler Roadtec Z6 C 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W)
Michelin Pilot Power W 190/50 ZR17 M/C (73W)
Dimensions
Overall Length 87.7 inches
Overall Width 33.7 inches
Wheelbase 62.2 inches
Seat height 32.3 inches
*Claimed* Weight, unladen, with full tank 546 lbs
Max permissible weight 992 lbs
Fuel Capacity 5.0 U.S. gallons ; including 1 gallon reserve


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