BMW R1200RT (2005-2006) Specs, Performance & Photos

The BMW R1200RT was a touring but also sport-touring motorcycle created by BMW in 2005 as a replacement for the R1150RT and manufactured until 2019 when it was succeeded by the R1250RT.

The bike debuted in 2005 with a completely different design than its predecessor and other characteristics, like a 15 percent boost in power, 20 kg (44 lbs) lighter, an on-board computer, and an optional Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) system.

In addition, the bike was available with a lower seat or a lowered suspension to accommodate shorter riders. With these settings, the optional ESA was eliminated. Also, the motorcycle featured an electrically adjustable windscreen across various heights.

In 2005, the German motorcycle manufacturer introduced the BMW R1200RT, a fully faired touring motorcycle in its first production year. It was powered by a 1,170cc flat-twin engine paired with a six-speed gearbox and a shaft drive.

Regarding power, the 2005 BMW R1200RT had its soul brought to life by a 1,170cc four-stroke air/oil-cooled twin-cylinder boxer engine that delivered an output power of 110 hp with a peak force at 7,500 rpm and 115 Nm (85 lb-ft) torque at 6,000 rpm.

This large machine was kept on the safe side by two 320 mm brake discs engaged by four-piston calipers mounted on the front wheel and a 265 mm disc tied to a dual-piston caliper mounted on the rear wheel.