Starting from £12,330

R 1250 R

EXPRESSIVE ROADSTER WITH A BOXER'S PUNCH

Unadulterated riding pleasure with that classic boxer punch: The BMW R 1250 R. The only thing as exceptional as its drive system using BMW ShiftCam technology is its versatility: Whether sporty and dynamic, pure and classic, or effortless and relaxed: This roadster delivers an incomparable riding experience. Make a clear statement with its power train and maximum torque of 143 Nm – whenever you want. And with its handling, you are the master of every kilometre – however you want. Simply put: #NeverStopChallenging.

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Sportiness made visible

Feel and enjoy the torque delivered by this boxer with every twist of your wrist. With Core Screen Sport, you now have this sportiness – in the truest sense of the word – at your fingertips. The TFT display provides information such as DTC interventions, your current and maximum lean, as well as the brake intervention force.

Eco mode for more efficient riding

Being able to drift with ease and unwavering calm, on a powerful boxer: This is also a sign of versatility. With the R 1250 R's new Eco mode, you get maximum range every time you fill your tank. The TFT display shows you how efficient your riding style is. For maximum performance, you can switch to another riding mode, quick and easy, at any time. The standard Rain and Road riding modes now also include ABS Pro and DTC. Moreover, the optional Pro Dynamic and Dynamic Pro riding modes help you unleash the full potential of your R 1250 R.

Legendary power delivery

The heart of the R 1250 R is its impresses ability to adapt perfectly to the situation: Its 1254 ccm boxer engine features BMW ShiftCam technology and a variable camshaft control. Which means superior, uniform power delivery. No matter how you want to ride. From a relaxed cruise to a spontaneous sprint, anything is possible. And when you feel this bike’s maximum torque of 143 Nm at full performance, you will know that unmistakable boxer punch which only a roadster can provide.

Technical Specification

Engine

Type	Two-cylinder, air/liquid-cooled, four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead spur-gear driven camshafts, one counterbalance shaft and BMW ShiftCam variable intake camshaft control
Bore x stroke	102.5 mm x 76 mm
Capacity	1,254 ccm
Rated output	100 kW at 7,750 rpm
Max. torque	143 Nm at 6,250 rpm
Compression ratio	12.5:1
Mixture control / engine management	Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire
Emission control	Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter

Performance / fuel consumption

Maximum speed	Over 200 km/h
Fuel consumption per 100 km based on WMTC	4.75 l
CO2 emission based on WMTC	110 g/km
Fuel type	Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI

Electrical system

Alternator	Permanent magnet alternator with 508 W (nominal power)
Battery	12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free

Power transmission

Clutch	Multiplate clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch
Gearbox	Claw-shifted 6-speed gearbox with helical gears
Drive	Cardan

Chassis / brakes

Frame	Steel tube frame with load-bearing engine, steel tube sub-frame
Front wheel location / suspension	Upside-down telescopic fork
Rear wheel location / suspension	Cast aluminum single-sided swingarm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD shock absorber, spring preload continuously adjustable hydraulically by handwheel, rebound damping adjustable by handwheel
Suspension travel front / rear	140 mm / 140 mm
Wheelbase	1,512 mm
Castor	129.60 mm
Steering head angle	61.7°
Wheels	Cast aluminium wheels
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 brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper
Brake, rear	Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, double-piston floating caliper
ABS	BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (partial integral, lean angle optimized)

Dimensions / weights

Seat height	820 mm (seat low: 760 mm; seat sport: 840 mm)
Inner leg curve	1,840 mm (OE low seat: 1,720 mm; OE sport seat: 1.875 mm)
Usable tank volume	approx. 18 l
Reserve	approx. 4 l
Length (over mud guard)	2,165 mm (over license plate holder)
Height (over windshield)	1,300 mm (above mirror, at DIN unladen weight)
Wide (over mirror)	880 mm (above mirror)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled	239 kg 1)
Permitted total weight	460 kg
Payload (with standard equipment)	221 kg

1) According to Guideline (EU) 168/2013 with all operating fluids, with standard equipment and refuelled with min. 90% of the usable fuel tank capacity.

Special Features

One roadster, three faces

Whatever your style, this bike offers you three authentic roadster looks: from purist to sporty to classic elegance.

More boxer punch.

Right from the word go, you can feel the superior qualities of the new Boxer engine

Headlight Pro

The LED daytime riding light is activated during the day as a substitute for the main headlight either automatically via a light sensor or manually by pressing the daytime riding light button.