BMW R1200RT (2015-2016) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2015, the German motorcycle maker released the BMW R1200RT, the most touring-oriented motorcycle in the R1200 range. The bike had various accessories and technologies that improved comfort, safety, performance, and long-haul capabilities.

The BMW R1200RT was a sporty touring motorcycle created by BMW in 2005 to replace the BMW R1150RT. It continued production until 2019, when it was replaced by the BMW R1250RT.

The motorcycle's appearance was complemented by standard fittings, such as a full fairing, dual headlights, a large windscreen, a two-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles, a luggage rack, side-mounted panniers, a side stand, and ten-spoke alloy wheels.

The bike's suspension system comprised a 37 mm BMW Motorrad Telelever system on the front with 120 mm of travel and a cast-aluminum single-sided swingarm paired with a BMW EVO Paralever system with 136 mm of travel on the rear.

Two 320 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 276 mm brake disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear achieved the braking performance.

As for the power figures, the 2015 BMW R1200RT had its soul brought to life by a 1,170cc four-stroke air/liquid-cooled two-cylinder boxer engine fed by a fuel injection system, boasting 125 hp with maximum strength at 7,750 rpm and 125 Nm (92 lb-ft) torque at 6,000 rpm.