Data and equipment

The BMW R 1300 RS

Start your tour with the unmistakable boxer punch – always following the motto #NeverStopChallenging. On the R 1300 RS, every long-distance tour can become your own personal sporting event. After all, the sport tourer is jam-packed with all of the technical features that can make your road marathon and every sprint in between into an unforgettable experience. Learn about all of the technical equipment of this agile boxer sport motorcycle here.

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Technical data

Engine

Rated output
145 hp at 7,750 rpm
Emission control
Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter
Type
Air/liquid-cooled four-stroke flat twin engine with double overhead and chain driven camshafts and balance gear wheels
Bore x stroke
106.5 mm x 73 mm
Capacity
1,300 cc
Max. torque
109 lbs-ft 6,500 rpm
Compression ratio
13.3 : 1
Mixture control
Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system with throttle-by-wire
Exhaust emission standards
EU 5+

Performance / fuel consumption

Maximum speed
240 km/h
Fuel consumption per 100 km based on WMTC
4.8 l
CO2 emission based on WMTC
110 g/km
Fuel type
Super unleaded (max. 15 % Ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI; adaptive fuel quality regulation (91-98 ROZ/RON)

Electrical system

Alternator
650 W
Battery
12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free

Power transmission

Clutch
Multiplate clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch, hydraulically operated
Gearbox
Claw-shifted 6-speed gearbox
Drive
Cardan

Chassis / brakes

Frame
Two-part frame concept consisting of main frame and rear frame bolted to it, co-supporting engine
Front wheel location / suspension
Upside-down telescopic fork
Rear wheel location / suspension
BMW Motorrad EVO-Paralever, cast aluminium single-sided swingarm, continuous swingarm bearing axle, central suspension strut
Wheelbase
1,517 mm
Castor
122.5 mm
Steering head angle
62°
Wheels
Aluminium cast wheels
Rim, front
3.50 x 17"
Rim, rear
6.00 x 17"
Tire, front
120/70 ZR17
Tire, rear
190/55 ZR17
Brake, front
Twin disc brake, diameter 310 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper
Brake, rear
Single disc brake, diameter 285 mm, 2-piston floating caliper
ABS
BMW Motorrad Full Integral ABS Pro (fully integral braking function, lean angle optimized)

Dimensions / weights

Seat height at unladen weight
32" (seat low: 31"; seat high: 33.2")
Usable tank volume
17 l
Reserve
approx. 4 l
Height
53.1"
Dry weight
233 kg
Permitted total weight
460 kg
Payload (with standard equipment)
215 kg

Your equipment – your experience

The R 1300 RS is the ultimate long-distance sport motorcycle, with athleticism, stamina, and all of the tech you need. With the optional equipment and genuine BMW Motorrad accessories, you can make the sport tourer into your own personal marathon racer.

The R 1300 RS is the ultimate long-distance sport motorcycle, with athleticism, stamina, and all of the tech you need. With the optional equipment and genuine BMW Motorrad accessories, you can make the sport tourer into your own personal marathon racer.

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