The BMW R 1200 RT features a new boxer engine for 2010, giving the touring bike greater dynamism and riding feel.
The new motor is the same double overhead camshaft (DOHC) on the BMW HP2 Sport, with some further updates and modifications.
It is a flat twin, 1,170 cc engine with 110 hp and 120 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm.
The new R 1200 RT features improved torque and acceleration, with a smoother torque curve, electronic suspension adjustment, standard ABS and newly designed fairing.
BMW hasn’t ignored the finer touch with the revision of its R 1200 RT, redesigning the handle controls and including the three riding modes of Comfort, Normal and Sport.
For further details, including technical specs and greater explanations from BMW, see the material after the jump, along with a gallery of official pics of the new BMW R 1200 RT touring.
BMW R 1200 RT 2010 BMW explains the electronic suspension thus:In all, ESA II offers the following significant benefits:* Much wider range of settings and suspension options with the Sport, Normal and Comfort modes* Far better maintenance of the machine’s static, normal position and riding geometry with all settings* Optimum adjustment of the damping and spring rate / spring base in all settings* Significant change of the motorcycle’s character through adjustment of the dampers* Excellent adjustment to all load conditions through the adjustment of the spring rate / spring base* Significant enhancement of safety when braking and in general riding stability, free side angle in turns and firm suspension without sagging The BMW R 1200 RT options and accessories are as follows:As a systems supplier by tradition, BMW Motorrad has developed a wide range of options and accessories for the new R 1200 RT, allowing the discerning customer to personalize his or her machine to an even higher standard.
Options are available directly from the factory and are installed during production at the Berlin Plant.
Accessories are installed by Authorized BMW Motorcycle Dealers.
Options* ASC* RDC* ESA II (Electronic Suspension Adjustment II)* Audio system including Multi-Controller and interfaces for iPod, USB, MP3, etc.
* On-board computer, including oil level warning system* Rider’s seat, lower (30.
7 /31.
5”)* Suspension, lower (29.
5”) including extra-low seat (available only without seat heating)* Seat heating (only in conjunction with heated handgrips)* Heated handgrips* Second power socket* Preparation for audio system* Cruise control* Anti-theft warning system* Exhaust system, chrome-plated* Comfort seat, single-pieceAccessoriesBags and Cases* Topcase, large (12.
9 gal), cover in White Aluminium metallic matt or Sapphire Black* Topcase, small (7.
4 gal)* Back padding for topcase, small* Inner bag for topcase, large* Inner bag for topcase, small* Inner bag for system case, left or right* System case protector, top (transparent film)* Impact guard for cases* Tank bag, watertight, with base plate* Vario insert for tank bag* Softbag 2, small (5 gal)* Softbag 2, large (13.
47 gal)* Baggage roll, watertight (14 gal)* Lashing strap with tightening lock* Baggage straps* Insert for radio socket Other features include:Ergonomics and Comfort* Extra-low seat (30.
1”) (single-piece, only without seat heating)* Rider’s seat, low, (30.
7/31.
5”), Black or Grey* Seat, Grey* Comfort seat (30.
9”) (single-piece, only with seat heating)* Heated handgrips* Second and third power socketDesign and Sound* Cylinder head covers chrome-plated* Carbon cover on engine block* Akrapovi? sports muffler* Splashguard at the rearSafety* Aluminum cylinder head cover protection* Plastic cylinder head cover protection* Anti-theft warning system* First-aid kit, large/small* Safety bolt for oil filter manifoldNavigation and Communication* BMW Motorrad Navigator IV with accessories* Mount for BMW Motorrad Navigator IV* iPod adapter cable (USB/chinch)Maintenance and Technical Features* Paddock stand* On-board toolkit/service set* LED light for on-board power socket 16.
1” 2009 BMW R 1200 RT SPECIFICATIONS (USA)EngineCapacity 1,170 ccBore/stroke mm 101/73Max output 110 hp at 7,750 rpmMax torque 88 lb-ft at 6,000 rpmConfiguration Flat-twinNumber of cylinders 2Compression ratio/fuel grade 12/S 95-98 RON max output at 98 RONCamshaft arrangement DOHCValves per cylinder 4Intake/exhaust diameter mm 39/33Throttle butterfly diameter mm 50Fuel supply management BMS-K+Exhaust management Fully-controlled three-way catalytic converterElectrical SystemAlternator 720 WBattery V/Ah 12/19 maintenance-freeHeadlight W 3 x H7Starter 1.
2 kWTransmission/GearboxClutch Single-plate dry clutch, diameter 7.
1 inchesTransmission Dog-type six-speed gearboxPrimary transmission ratio 1.
737Gear ratios I 2.
375 II 1.
696 III 1.
296 IV 1.
065 V 0.
939 VI 0.
848Rear-wheel drive Drive shaftFinal drive ratio 2.
62SuspensionFrame Tubular steel frame, engine load-bearingSuspension, front BMW TeleleverSuspension, rear BMW ParaleverSpring travel front/rear 4.
7/5.
3 inchesCastor 4.
3 inchesWheelbase 58.
4 inchesHandlebar head angle 63.
4 degreesBrakes inches front — Double-disc brake, diameter 12.
6 rear — Single-disc brake, diameter 10.
4 inches BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (semi-integral), featured as standardWheels Cast wheels front 3.
5 x 17 rear 5.
0 x 17Tires front 120/70 ZR 17rear 180/55 ZR 17Dimensions and WeightLength, overall 87.
8 inchesWidth, overall, with mirrors 35.
6 inchesHandlebar width, without mirrors 31.
5 inchesSeat height (inches) Standard: 32.
3-33.
1 / optional: 30.
7-31.
5 Optional lowered, 29.
5 inches Accessory extra-low seat, 30.
1 inches Accessory comfort seat, 30.
9 inchesDry weight 505 lbsDIN unladen weight in road trim (w/o cases) 571 lbsMax permissible weight 1,091 lbsTank capacity 6.
6 gallonsPerformance DataAcceleration 0–62 mph — sec 3.
8Top speed 124+