BMW R 1200 RS: specs and comparison
BMW R 1200 RS (Sport touring, 2015-2018): 1170 cc engine, 92 kW / 125 hp, 236 kg (with fluids), seat height 820 mm. Licence: A only.
Also written as: BMW R1200RS
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BMW R 1200 RS2015-2018 · 1170 cm³ · 92 kW
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Specs
LC (2015-2018)
| Years | 2015-2018 |
|---|---|
| Type | Sport touring |
| Licence | A only |
| Engine | 1170 cm³, 2 cyl. |
| Power | 92 kW / 125 hp |
| Weight | 236 kg (with fluids) |
| Seat height | 820 mm |
| ABS | ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | shaft, manual |
| Tank | 18 l |
| Fuel use | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Range on one tank | 280 km |
| Used price (estimate) | £7,900 - £9,300 |
Why it's worth it
- Comfortable riding position
- Good wind protection
- Stable on the motorway
- Smooth, predictable power
Weak points
- Expensive parts
- Heavy: 230 kg or more
What to check on a used one
- Service history: stamps and invoices
- Electrical connectors: corrosion, lights, switches
- Crash damage: bar ends, levers, footpegs, scratched covers
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Questions
Is the BMW R 1200 RS A2-legal?
No: 92 kW is over 70 kW, so it cannot be restricted for A2. It needs a full A licence.
What is the seat height of the BMW R 1200 RS?
820 mm. Whether you reach the ground also depends on the seat width: the finder estimates it from your height and inseam.
How much does the BMW R 1200 RS weigh?
236 kg (with fluids).
What is the fuel use and range of the BMW R 1200 RS?
About 5.6 l/100 km; with the 18 l tank that is roughly 280 km before the reserve.
Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.