Starting from £17,580

R 1250 RT

POWERFUL ON THE ROAD, RELAXED AT THE DESTINATION.

The R 1250 RT is the perfect companion for your tour: its legendary BMW ShiftCam boxer engine propels you across local country roads just as powerfully as it does over winding mountain passes. Its new front end makes it look more dynamic and slimmer. Features, such as the extra-large 10.25" TFT display or Active Cruise Control (ACC) provide extra comfort on your journey. #RideAndShare.

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Maximum vision.

The new, large 10.25" TFT screen combines all the instruments of the R 1250 RT, plus practical functions such as the navigator and connectivity. The split screen gives you an overview of several functions at the same time, such as displaying the on-board computer in addition to the current speed. The colour display is given extra sharpness and contrast by the robust, tempered and non-reflective glass cover. Your screen is therefore easy to read even in the midday sun and, thanks to the anti-fingerprint coating, it stays that way.

Getting places safely.

The new Active Cruise Control (ACC) driving assistance system lets you set the desired speed and the distance to the vehicle in front conveniently by pressing a button on the handlebars. A radar sensor at the front determines the vehicle speed and the distance to the vehicle ahead. If this distance is reduced, the system automatically reduces the speed and re-establishes the selected distance. If the distance is increased, the vehicle will also increase the speed. This way, you can enjoy a relaxed journey over every mile.

Dynamics written across the face.

The front of the R 1250 RT is sleek and encloses the LED headlights. Together with the more compact body, this creates a dynamic unit with one clear advantage: an even larger field of view. The new windscreen boasts an impressive patented air duct: Forward suction and air movement on the upper body are reduced - so you continue to ride in complete relaxation even after many hours on the bike.

Built for touring.

You can feel the power of the boxer engine from the very first metres. No matter where your tour takes you: Performance and smoothness fascinate in every speed range. This is also ensured by the BMW ShiftCam variable camshaft control. With superior power delivery, it gives you extra control. The high torque curve, the elasticity and the irresistible power with fewer gear changes ensure relaxed touring. And thanks to its generous displacement and power with high efficiency, your riding pleasure increases with every metre.

Technical Specification

Engine

Design	Two-cylinder, air-/fluid-cooled, four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead spur-gear driven camshafts, one balancer shaft and BMW ShiftCam variable intake camshaft control.
Bore x stroke	102.5 mm x 76 mm
Capacity	1,254 ccm
Nominal capacity	100 kW (136 HP) at 7,750 rpm
Max. torque	143 Nm at 6,250 rpm
Compression ratio	12.5:1
Fuel preparation	Electronic intake pipe fuel injection, digital engine control: BMS-O with e-gas
Emission control	Closed-loop three-way catalytic converter, compliant with EU-5 emission standard

Performance / fuel consumption

Maximum speed	Over 200 km/h
Consumption per 100 km based on the WMTC	4.75 l
CO2 emissions according to WMTC	110 g/km
Fuel type	Super petrol unleaded, octane number 95 (ROZ), adaptation through engine control (91 to 98 ROZ)

Electrical system

Alternator	Three-phase generator with 508-watt nominal capacity
Battery	12 V / 11.8 Ah, maintenance-free
ECALL	Intelligent Emergency Call

Power transmission

Clutch	Wet clutch with an anti-hopping function, hydraulic activation
Gears	Six-speed helical synchromesh gearbox
Secondary drive	Drive shaft

Suspension / brakes

Frame	Two-part frame concept consisting of a main frame and a rear frame bolted to it, with a co-supporting engine
Front suspension / spring elements	BMW Motorrad Telelever, central spring strut, standard diameter 37 mm
Rear-wheel guide / spring elements	Cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD spring strut, spring preload continuously and hydraulically adjustable via adjuster knob, adjustable rebound-stage damping via adjuster knob
Spring travel, front / rear	120 mm / 136 mm
Wheelbase	1,485 mm
Castor	116 mm
Steering head angle	64.1°
Wheels	Cast aluminium
Rim dimensions, front	3.50'' x 17''
Rim dimensions, rear	5.50'' x 17''
Tyres, front	120/70 ZR 17
Tyres, rear	180/55 ZR 17
Brake, front	Twin disc brake, floating discs, diameter 320 mm, four-piston radial brake callipers
Brake, rear	Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, double-piston floating calliper
ABS	BMW Motorrad full integral ABS Pro (full integral braking, lean optimised)

Dimensions / weights

Seat height, unladen	805 mm / 825 mm (SE high seat: 830 mm / 850 mm, low seat: 760 mm / 780 mm)
Rider step length, unladen	1,810 mm / 1,850 mm (SE high seat: 1,875 mm/ 1,915 mm, SE low seat: 1,740 mm / 1,780 mm)
Usable tank capacity	25 l
of which is reserve	approx. 4 l
Length (using number plate carrier)	2,222 mm
Height (above windscreen)	Min. min. 1,460 mm, max. 1,570 mm (Style Sport: min. 1,360 mm, max. 1,480 mm)
Width (including mirrors)	985 mm
Breadth (including boot)	990 mm
Vehicle kerb weight, fully fuelled/road-ready	279 kg ¹
Max. permitted weight	505 kg
Max. load (with standard equipment)	226 kg