Naked bike · 2024
R 1250 R
US$ 16120. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
MotoLibrary Score
65
/100
Sporty
Power/Weight
0.57 hp/kg
Top Speed
201 km/h
Torque
143 Nm
Engine
1254 ccm
Engine
Displacement
1254.0 ccm (76.52 cubic inches)
Engine Type
Twin, four-stroke
Engine Details
One balance shaft and variable engine timing system
Power
136.0 HP (99.3 kW)) @ 7750 RPM
Torque
143.0 Nm (14.6 kgf-m or 105.5 ft.lbs) @ 6250 RPM
Compression
12.5:1
Bore x Stroke
102.5 x 76.0 mm (4.0 x 3.0 inches)
Valves/Cylinder
4
Fuel System
Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire
Fuel Control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Lubrication
Wet sump
Cooling
Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Final Drive
Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch
Multiplate clutch in oil bath, slipper clutch
Performance
Top Speed
201.2 km/h (125.0 mph)
Fuel Consumption
4.70 litres/100 km (21.3 km/l or 50.05 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases
109.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission Details
Euro 5. Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter.
Chassis
Frame Type
Steel tube frame with load-bearing engine, steel tube sub-frame
Rake
27.7°
Trail
126 mm (4.9 inches)
Front Suspension
Upside-down telescopic fork
Front Travel
140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear Suspension
Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Paralever; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable
Rear Travel
140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase
1515 mm (59.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre
120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre
180/55-ZR17
Front Brakes
Double disc. ABS, 4-piston radial calipers
Front Brake Ø
320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes
Single disc. ABS, dual-piston floating caliper
Rear Brake Ø
276 mm (10.9 inches)
Wheels
Cast aluminium
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.
239.0 kg (527.0 pounds)
Seat Height
820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height
1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Overall Length
2165 mm (85.2 inches)
Overall Width
880 mm (34.6 inches)
Fuel Capacity
17.79 litres (4.70 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel
4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Oil Capacity
4.00 litres (4.23 US quarts)
Other
Starter
Electric
Color Options
Black Storm Metallic/Agate Grey, Racing Blue Metallic, Ice Gray
Instruments
TFT-Display with connectivity
Electrical
Permanent magnet alternator, 508 W. 12 V, 12 Ah, maintenance-free battery.
Light
LED headlight
Carrying Capacity
Saddle bags, rear rack. Optional top box.
Warranty
3-years or 36,000 miles
Notes
4-way mechanically adjustable windscreen. 3 Ride Modes (Rain/Road/Eco). Automatic Stability Control. Dynamic Traction Control. Hill Start Control. USB charging socket.
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Who Is This Bike For?
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Advanced
High performance — experienced riders only.
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Best For
City & Weekend Rides
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Seat Height
82 cm / 32.3 in
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Handling
Heavy bike — requires confident handling
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