BMW K1200LT (2008-2009) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2008, the German motorcycle manufacturer launched the BMW K1200LT, a luxury touring motorcycle that debuted in 1998. The bike was released as a replacement for the K1100LT and a competitor to the Honda Gold Wing.

In 2008, the BMW K1200LT received a boost, with every UK machine featuring the full BMW Lux package as standard. Also, in 2008, the standard and SE versions of the K1200LT were removed from the UK range, remaining only the highest-specification motorcycle.

The Lux package had an MSRP of $15,400 and included any extra accessories available for the range, including heated grips, cruise control, a heated seat, central locking for the top case and panniers, an anti-theft system, and ground lighting.

In addition to all options and accessories, the BMW K1200LT was also available with several tweaks and tricks, such as a luggage rack, a taller windscreen, an intercom, a CD changer, and even a cup holder.

Underneath its clothes, the 2008 BMW K1200LT had installed a 1,172cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine fed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system, delivering an output power of 116 hp with a peak force at 8,000 rpm and 117 Nm (86 lb-ft) torque at 5,250 rpm.

The bike's power was handled by a six-speed manual transmission with a dry single-plate hydraulically controlled clutch and a final shaft drive, pushing the motorcycle to a top speed of 198 kph (123 mph).