BMW R 1300 RT: specs and comparison
BMW R 1300 RT (Touring, since 2025): 1300 cc engine, 107 kW / 145 hp, 281 kg (with fluids), seat height 820 mm. Licence: A only.
Also written as: BMW R1300RT
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BMW R 1300 RTsince 2025 · 1300 cm³ · 107 kW
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Specs
Version since 2025
| Years | since 2025 |
|---|---|
| Type | Touring |
| Licence | A only |
| Engine | 1300 cm³, 2 cyl. |
| Power | 107 kW / 145 hp |
| Weight | 281 kg (with fluids) |
| Seat height | 820 mm (low seat 780 mm) |
| ABS | ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | shaft, manual |
| Tank | 24 l |
| Fuel use | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Range on one tank | 360 km |
| Used price (estimate) | £17,100 - £18,400 |
Why it's worth it
- Good wind protection
- Comfortable riding position
- Modern electronics (rider modes, traction control)
- Good for riding two-up
- Long range (350 km+)
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
- Tyres: date code (DOT) and tread
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Questions
Is the BMW R 1300 RT A2-legal?
No: 107 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 1300 RT?
820 mm (low seat 780 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 1300 RT weigh?
281 kg (with fluids).
What is the fuel use and range of the BMW R 1300 RT?
About 5.8 l/100 km; with the 24 l tank that is roughly 360 km before the reserve.
Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.