2011 BMW R 1200 R Urban Edition Review :
The R 1200 R. All business, all the time.
If you're looking for a bike with zero pretensions that's all attitude, the R 1200 R is your ride. From blazing performance in the twisties to long distance touring to blasts around the city this is a supremely capable motorcycle that offers exhilarating performance. Featuring a generous 109hp, the new R 1200 R has the horsepower torque and acceleration to create thrills with every mile. Add the latest version of BMW Integral ABS and Automatic Stability Control, and the R 1200 R is as sure-footed as it is exciting. Handling is remarkably precise thanks to the Telelever front suspension and the motorcycle's low center of gravity. Now every turn becomes a pulse-quickening experience no matter where the pavement takes you.
The R 1200 R. All business, all the time.
If you're looking for a bike with zero pretensions that's all attitude, the R 1200 R is your ride. From blazing performance in the twisties to long distance touring to blasts around the city this is a supremely capable motorcycle that offers exhilarating performance. Featuring a generous 109hp, the new R 1200 R has the horsepower torque and acceleration to create thrills with every mile. Add the latest version of BMW Integral ABS and Automatic Stability Control, and the R 1200 R is as sure-footed as it is exciting. Handling is remarkably precise thanks to the Telelever front suspension and the motorcycle's low center of gravity. Now every turn becomes a pulse-quickening experience no matter where the pavement takes you.
R 1200 R: Pricing, Options and Accessories
Base MSRP: $12,795
Touring Package: $13,795
* Saddlebags, Mounts & Locks
* Chrome Exhaust
* Heated Grips
* Onboard Computer
* Windshield Sport
* White Turn Signals
* Center Stand
* Luggage Grid
Standard Package: $14,145
* Heated Grips
* ABS
Premium Package: $14,895
* Heated Grips
* ABS
* On Board Computer
* White Turn Signals
* Center Stand
* Saddle Bag Mounts
Options
* Chrome Exhaust: $150
* Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA): $800
* Low Suspension: $250
* Heated Grips: $250
* Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM): $250
* On Board Computer: $295
* Windshield Sport: $250
* White Turn Signals: $60
* Anti-Theft Alarm: $395
* Integral ABS II (Disconnectable): $1,100
* Center Stand: $175
* ASC: $400
* Luggage Grid: $175
* Saddle Bag Mounts: $150
* Seat Low (30.3 inches): n/c
* Seat High (32.7 inches): n/c
2011 BMW R 1200 R Urban Edition 1
2011 BMW R 1200 R Urban Edition 2
2011 BMW R 1200 R Urban Edition 3
Type Air/oil-cooled flat twin ('Boxer') 4-stroke, one camshaft and four valves per cylinder, central balancer shaft
Bore x stroke 101 mm x 73 mm
Capacity 1170 cc
Rated output 109hp (80 kW) at 7,500 rpm
Max. torque 85 lb/ft (115 Nm) at 6,000 rpm
Compression ratio 12.0 : 1
Mixture control / engine management Electronic intake pipe injection/BMS-K digital engine management with overrun fuel cut-off, twin-spark ignition
Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3
Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed Over 125 mph (200 km/h)
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h 4.1 l
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h 5.5 l
Fuel type Unleaded premium
Electrical system
Alternator three-phase alternator 600 W
Battery 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free
Power transmission
Clutch Single dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated
Gearbox Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gear teeth
Drive Shaft drive
Chassis / brakes
Frame Two-section frame consisting of front and rear sections with load-bearing engine-gearbox unit
Front wheel location / suspension BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 35 mm, central spring strut
Rear wheel location / suspension Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel; rebound damping adjustable
Suspension travel front / rear 4.7 inches (120 mm) / 5.5 inches (140 mm)
Wheelbase 58.9 inches (1495 mm)
Castor 4.7 inches (119 mm)
Steering head angle 62.9°
Wheels Cast aluminium
Rim, front 3.50 x 17''
Rim, rear 5.50 x 17''
Tyres, front 120/70 ZR 17
Tyres, rear 180/55 ZR 17
Brake, front Twin disc, floating brake discs, 320 mm diameter, four-piston fixed calipers
Brake, rear Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, double-piston floating caliper
ABS Optional extra: BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (part-integral)
Dimensions / weights
Length 84.4 inches (2145 mm)
Width (incl. mirrors) 34.3 inches (872 mm)
Height (excl. mirrors) 50.6 inches (1285 mm)
Seat height, unladen weight 31.5 inches (800 mm) (low seat: 30.3 inches [770 mm], high seat: 32.7 inches [830 mm])
Inner leg curve, unladen weight 70.9 inches (1800 mm) (low seat: 69.3 inches [1760 mm], high seat: 73.2 inches [1860 mm])
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1) 492 lbs (223 kg)
Dry weight 2) 437 lbs (198 kg)
Permitted total weight 992 lbs (450 kg)
Payload (with standard equipment) 500 lbs (227 kg)
Usable tank volume 4.6 U.S. gallons (18.0 l)
Reserve approx. 1 gallon (3.0 l)
Bore x stroke 101 mm x 73 mm
Capacity 1170 cc
Rated output 109hp (80 kW) at 7,500 rpm
Max. torque 85 lb/ft (115 Nm) at 6,000 rpm
Compression ratio 12.0 : 1
Mixture control / engine management Electronic intake pipe injection/BMS-K digital engine management with overrun fuel cut-off, twin-spark ignition
Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3
Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed Over 125 mph (200 km/h)
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h 4.1 l
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h 5.5 l
Fuel type Unleaded premium
Electrical system
Alternator three-phase alternator 600 W
Battery 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free
Power transmission
Clutch Single dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated
Gearbox Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gear teeth
Drive Shaft drive
Chassis / brakes
Frame Two-section frame consisting of front and rear sections with load-bearing engine-gearbox unit
Front wheel location / suspension BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 35 mm, central spring strut
Rear wheel location / suspension Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel; rebound damping adjustable
Suspension travel front / rear 4.7 inches (120 mm) / 5.5 inches (140 mm)
Wheelbase 58.9 inches (1495 mm)
Castor 4.7 inches (119 mm)
Steering head angle 62.9°
Wheels Cast aluminium
Rim, front 3.50 x 17''
Rim, rear 5.50 x 17''
Tyres, front 120/70 ZR 17
Tyres, rear 180/55 ZR 17
Brake, front Twin disc, floating brake discs, 320 mm diameter, four-piston fixed calipers
Brake, rear Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, double-piston floating caliper
ABS Optional extra: BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (part-integral)
Dimensions / weights
Length 84.4 inches (2145 mm)
Width (incl. mirrors) 34.3 inches (872 mm)
Height (excl. mirrors) 50.6 inches (1285 mm)
Seat height, unladen weight 31.5 inches (800 mm) (low seat: 30.3 inches [770 mm], high seat: 32.7 inches [830 mm])
Inner leg curve, unladen weight 70.9 inches (1800 mm) (low seat: 69.3 inches [1760 mm], high seat: 73.2 inches [1860 mm])
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1) 492 lbs (223 kg)
Dry weight 2) 437 lbs (198 kg)
Permitted total weight 992 lbs (450 kg)
Payload (with standard equipment) 500 lbs (227 kg)
Usable tank volume 4.6 U.S. gallons (18.0 l)
Reserve approx. 1 gallon (3.0 l)
