BMW R1200RT (2007-2008) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2007, the German motorcycle manufacturer released the BMW R1200RT, the most touring-oriented motorcycle of the R1200 range, suitable for those riders who wanted to spend as much time as possible in the saddle.

The BMW R1200RT was a touring but also sport-touring motorcycle created by BMW in 2005 to replace the R1150RT. It was manufactured for over 14 years until 2019 when it was succeeded by the R1250RT.

For the 2007 model year, the maker removed the servo assist from the partially integrated braking system and introduced a new one, a lighter ABS made by Continental Teves, which also offered the optional Automatic Stability Control (ASC) for BMW motorcycles.

The 2007 model came with standard fittings, such as a full fairing, a tall windscreen, a two-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a luggage rack, side-mounted panniers, a top box, and aluminum alloy wheels.

Some other features included hazard warning flashers, single key locks, a closed-loop three-way catalytic converter, adjustable clutch and brake levers, an adjustable rider seat, a diagnostic interface, an electronic immobilizer, an info flat screen, and a power socket.

Regarding power, the 2007 BMW R1200RT had its muscles from a 1,170cc four-stroke air/oil-cooled twin-cylinder boxer engine that delivered 110 hp at 7,500 rpm and 115 Nm (85 lb-ft) torque at 6,000 rpm.