Overview of the main features of the new R 1200 RT:
- New, even more dynamic engine with two overhead camshafts per cylinder.
- Maximum torque increased to 120 Nm (88 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, maximum output remaining at 81 kW (110 hp) at 7,750 rpm.
- Increase in maximum engine speed from 8,000 to 8,500 rpm, with an even broader useful range of engine speed.
- Significantly improved torque, traction, pulling force, and acceleration.
- Even more spontaneous and direct response with optimum dosage of power and significantly improved load change behaviour.
- Torque curve even smoother and more homogeneous.
- Cylinder head covers now with two instead of four fastening bolts and in new, even more dynamic design.
- Electronically controlled exhaust flap for superior and powerful sound.
- ESA II Electronic Suspension Adjustment with damping, spring base and now also spring rate adjustable at the touch of a button.
- BMW Motorrad Integral ABS featured as standard in the partly integrated version.
- Fairing in new design with protection from wind and weather improved once again.
- Re-designed cockpit with visor.
- New control units and hydraulic reservoir.
- Electronically controlled windshield with optimised aeroacoustics and improved transparency.
- New audio system with controllable interface for a USB/MP3 and iPod, operated through the Multi-Controller.
- Adjustable footshift lever.
- Hard-shell cases (each with a capacity of 32 litres) featured as standard, with accurately fitting four-point lock system and cover finished in body colour.
- Tank railing for conveniently fastening accessories.
- New colours for the R 1200 RT: Polar metallic, Ostra Grey metallic matt, Thunder Grey metallic, multi-colour paintwork in conjunction with Thunder Grey metallic base colour.
- Extended range of optional extras and special equipment tailored to the R 1200 RT, naturally in top BMW quality.
- New, even more dynamic engine with two overhead camshafts per cylinder.
- Maximum torque increased to 120 Nm (88 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, maximum output remaining at 81 kW (110 hp) at 7,750 rpm.
- Increase in maximum engine speed from 8,000 to 8,500 rpm, with an even broader useful range of engine speed.
- Significantly improved torque, traction, pulling force, and acceleration.
- Even more spontaneous and direct response with optimum dosage of power and significantly improved load change behaviour.
- Torque curve even smoother and more homogeneous.
- Cylinder head covers now with two instead of four fastening bolts and in new, even more dynamic design.
- Electronically controlled exhaust flap for superior and powerful sound.
- ESA II Electronic Suspension Adjustment with damping, spring base and now also spring rate adjustable at the touch of a button.
- BMW Motorrad Integral ABS featured as standard in the partly integrated version.
- Fairing in new design with protection from wind and weather improved once again.
- Re-designed cockpit with visor.
- New control units and hydraulic reservoir.
- Electronically controlled windshield with optimised aeroacoustics and improved transparency.
- New audio system with controllable interface for a USB/MP3 and iPod, operated through the Multi-Controller.
- Adjustable footshift lever.
- Hard-shell cases (each with a capacity of 32 litres) featured as standard, with accurately fitting four-point lock system and cover finished in body colour.
- Tank railing for conveniently fastening accessories.
- New colours for the R 1200 RT: Polar metallic, Ostra Grey metallic matt, Thunder Grey metallic, multi-colour paintwork in conjunction with Thunder Grey metallic base colour.
- Extended range of optional extras and special equipment tailored to the R 1200 RT, naturally in top BMW quality.
