2011 BMW R 1200 R Classic Specs, Engine Feature, and Overview

Posted in BMW - Motorrad, Motorcycle, R 1200 R Classic on April 27th, 2011 by jess

P90065663 The 2011 BMW R 1200 R combines classic motorcycle design with modern sportiness and performance.  The new 1170 cc boxer Flat Twin engine has two overhead camshaft in each cylinder, rated 110 bhp and 88 lb.ft. of torque.  This bike shares the same mechanical characteristic with the R 1200 R having electronically controlled exhaust flap, new smoke glass look hydraulic reservoirs, and redesigned cockpits.  Brake system is a front double disc and rear disc with optional ABS.  The BMW R 1200 R Classic gets classic roadster look from its wire spoke wheels with light alloy flat collar rims, metallic sapphire black paint scheme with plain strip over the tank and front wheel cover, and plenty of silver colored accents including  the chrome plated exhaust / silencer and mirror.

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2011 BMW R 1200 R Specs, Engine Features and Overview

Posted in BMW - Motorrad, Motorcycle, R 1200 R on April 27th, 2011 by jess

P90065646 The 2011 BMW R 1200 R base naked urban roadster receives a new boxer engine that displaces 1170 cc.  The air-cooled 8-valve Flat Twin DOHC engine generates a generous 110 hp and 85 ft.lbs. of torque, giving this motorcycle a dynamic ride, reaching a top speed of up to 130 mph.  Comfortable on the road and great on corners, the bike is built on a rigid two part main/rear frame with light steel tubing structure that can be loaded up to 500 lbs. and rolls on 17” light cast aluminum alloy wheels.  The BMW Telelever and Paralever suspension can also be fitted optionally with Electronic Suspension Adjustment.  Updated styling tweaks include a new dash with two round analogue instrument, double-butted aluminium handlebars, shorter and sportier rear brushed stainless steel silencer with electronically controlled exhaust flap with good throaty sound, and chrome manifold.  BMW R 1200 R is available with partially integral ABS and Automatic Stability Control (ASC) option.

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