BMW K1200LT (1998-1999) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 1998, at the Intermot in Munich, BMW presented the K 1200 LT, a tourer motorcycle for which the manufacturer shoveled a decent amount of luxury. The revised four-cylinder engine and chassis, combined with the fairing that offered ride comfort and weather protection, the model became a super-luxury tourer.

Based on the K 1200 RS, the engine was tuned to a special character of a touring motorcycle in terms of power and torque. The engine power was limited to 98 hp, but with the release of the facelift model in 2004, the power output was increased to 116 hp.

With a curb weight of 378 kg (833 lbs), the bike was hardly maneuverable when backing up, so BMW fitted the five-speed transmission with an additional reversing aid that made things easier.

A new design was the instrument panel with integrated radio and a spare place for an onboard communication system, and also the K 1200 LT had optionally available the first permanently installed motorcycle navigation system.

With a displacement of 1171cc, the four-cylinder in-line engine had a power output of 98 hp at 6,750 rpm and 115 Nm (85 lb-ft) of torque available at 4,750 rpm. The engine power drove the bike to a top speed of 197 kph (121 mph).

As standard features, the 1999 BMW K 1200 LT came with a dual seat with backrests for both the rider and the passenger, hard lockable panniers, passenger grab rails, an adjustable windshield, a full fairing, cast-aluminum wheels, and a rear trunk.