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2011 BMW R 1200 RT Review and Specifications

Posted by delvotro On November - 6 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS
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2011 BMW R 1200 RT

2011 BMW R 1200 RT

As far as 2-cylinder fans are concerned, the first touring class has an impressive stands – and that, AOS has been there for 30 years: RT. For long-distance travelers there can hardly be any other terms that have always stood for the perfect motorcycle concept is understood from the beginning to the end: an excellent wind and weather protection, optimum ergonomics, very comfortable operation combined with top class chassis equipped with an optional additional unique ASC and ESA II *. On tour segment, this feature may determine the main benchmark of innovation. 2011 BMW R 1200 RT extraordinary figure cut everywhere with a new dynamic design, everything about it sends a message: built to cover thousands of miles, preferably in one go.

Then there is this fascinating mixture of distinctive engine and big bike dynamics. The characteristic “boxer” supremacy has been further enhanced in the current version: the engine’s crowning glory is now the radial DOHC** valve operating system from the HP2 Sport, though here designed for greater torque and without any loss of running smoothness: maximum torque 120 Nm, at 6000 rpm, rated output still at 81 kW (110 bhp). This means a tangible increase in thrust from the lower engine speed range through to above the medium range. The new valve control in the exhaust system ensures a discreet but more dynamic sound.

And in terms of comfort, the bicycle offers a new audio system is available as a Multi-optional extra, with an innovative operating concept Controller to run almost all orders from one unit. So there, AOS is only one thing you should do yourself – drop by a test ride.

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2011 BMW R 1200 RT

2011 BMW R1200RT – Specifications

USA Pricing : Base MSRP: $17,000.00. Destination charge (not included in MSRP): $495 – Standard Package: $17,945

Canada Pricing : See Dealerfor Current Pricing

Engine
Type Air/oil-cooled flat twin (‘Boxer’) 4-stroke engine, two camshafts and four radially aligned valves per cylinder, central balancer shaft
Bore x stroke 101 mm x 73 mm
Capacity 1,170 cc
Rated output 110 hp (81 kW) at 7,750 rpm
Max. torque 88 ft-lb (120 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 120 mph (200 km/h)
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h City: 43.3 mpg (4.1 l Euro)
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h Highway: 65.3 mpg (5.2 l Euro)
Fuel type Unleaded super and premium, octane number 91-93
Electrical system
Alternator three-phase alternator 720 W
Battery 12 V / 19 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, 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; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
Suspension travel front / rear 4.7/5.3 inches (120/135 mm)
Wheelbase 58.4 inches (1,485 mm)
Castor 116 mm
Steering head angle 63.8°
Wheels Cast aluminum 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 Dual disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, four-piston fixed calipers
Brake, rear Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, double-piston floating caliper
ABS BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (part-integral)

Dimensions / weights
Length 2,230 mm
Width (incl. mirrors) 905 mm (incl. panniers: 980 mm)
Height (excl. mirrors) 1,430 mm
Seat height, unladen weight 32.2/33 inches (820/840 mm), low seat: 30.7/31.5 inches (780/800 mm), extra low seat (one-piece): 30.1 inches (765 mm), lowered suspension: 29.5 inches (750 mm), comfort seat: 30.9 inches (785 mm)
Inner leg curve, unladen weight 1,880 / 1,920 mm (low seat: 1,800 / 1,840 mm, extra low seat (one-piece): 1,780 mm, lowered suspension: 1,750 mm, comfort seat: 1,820 mm)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1) 570 lbs (259 kg)
Dry weight 2) 504 lbs (229 kg)
Permitted total weight 1,091 lbs (495 kg)
Payload (with standard equipment) 520 lbs (236 kg)
Usable tank volume 6.6 gallons (25 l)
Reserve approx. 1 gallon (4.0 l)

Technical data relate to the unladen weight (DIN)

1) According to guideline 93/93/EWG with all fluids, fuelled with at least 90% of usable tank volume (without panniers)
2) Unladen weight without fluids (without panniers)

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2011 BMW F 800 ST Review and Specifications

Posted by delvotro On November - 6 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS
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2011 BMW F 800 ST

2011 BMW F800ST

The twisties are yours to devour anywhere in the country aboard the new 85 bhp 2011 BMW F 800 ST, which is the touring version of the new F flexure 800.  2011 BMW F 800 ST with a full fairing, tall glass and touring oriented ergonomics with raised handlebars, bombing in any way you choose is as comfortable as thrilling. Two 320 mm diameter front brake discs and Brembo four piston hydraulic calipers, and with optional ABS every ride stopping power is guaranteed. Add optional touring cases and heated grips and you have a bike that fast, flickable, and on top are great. No matter where you want to ride, handling F 800 ST-sharp keep you there, mile after mile.

Riding a motorcycle just fun. Did you take a short sporty tour cross country, travel through town or a long holiday trip with luggage. That’s right – every ride means pure pleasure! Such flexibility requires that provides all-round rider whatever is needed – both on winding Roady environment and to travel the highway fast. But common sense is also important: the economy, reliability and no complications are just as important as the visual appearance of large and pure fun on the road – either in the city or for sporty weekend tours. 2011 BMW F 800 ST just such a universal talent, combining pleasure and common sense.

This is what sports touring bike looks like – combining touring fun and comfort with an impressive sporty touch: elegant, functional trim with exceptional wind and weather protection. A strong, highly sophisticated 2-cylinder in-line engine with 80 bhp which meet the toughest environmental standards and is right up there when it comes to torque levels. Modern toothed belt drive with power loss-free transmission and no change in weight, easier to care of the chain drive and with higher durability. chassis gives you dynamic and stress-free pleasure on winding country roads, you enjoy handling complex in the city and can cover long distances more quickly, including a spell on the highway with a high stability level rise. And like the characteristics of the BMW, there are many intelligent accessory ideas which will allow you to put together your own personal sports touring bike.

Why not go to the BMW Motorrad dealer to test drive the F 800 ST? Then you’ll discover what we mean by “serious fun”!

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2011 BMW F 800 ST

2011 BMW F800ST – Specifications

USA Pricing: Base MSRP: $10,905 – Standard Package: $12,525
Canada Pricing : See Dealer for Current Pricing

Engine
Type Water-cooled, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, four valves per cylinder, two overhead camshafts, dry sump lubrication
Bore x stroke 82 mm x 75.6 mm
Capacity 798 cc
Rated output 85 hp (62.5 kW) at 8,000 rpm (output reduction to 34 hp (25 kW) at 7,000 rpm possible)
Max. torque 63 lb/ft (86 Nm) at 5,800 rpm (with output reduction: 40.3 lb/ft [55 Nm] at 3,500 rpm)
Compression ratio 12.0 : 1
Mixture control / engine management Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management (BMS-K)
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 3.4 l
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h 4.4 l
Fuel type Unleaded Premium

Electrical system
Alternator three-phase alternator 400 W
Battery 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free
Power transmission
Clutch Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated
Gearbox Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox integrated into crankcase
Drive Belt drive with shock damper
Chassis / brakes
Frame Bridge-type aluminium frame, load-bearing engine
Front wheel location / suspension Telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm
Rear wheel location / suspension Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with eccentric adjustment for rear axle, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
Suspension travel front / rear 5.5 inches (140 mm) / 5.5 inches (140 mm)
Wheelbase 57.7 inches (1466 mm)
Castor 3.7 inches (95 mm)
Steering head angle 64.2°
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, diameter 320 mm, four-piston fixed calipers
Brake, rear Single disc, diameter 265 mm, single-piston floating caliper
ABS Optional extra: BMW Motorrad ABS

Dimensions / weights
Length 82 inches (2082 mm) / 86.4 inches (2195 mm)
Width (incl. mirrors) 31.4 inches (860 mm)

Height (excl. mirrors) 45.4 inches (1155 mm) / 48.2 inches (1225 mm)
Seat height, unladen weight 32.3 inches (820 mm) (low seat: 31.1 inches [790 mm])
Inner leg curve, unladen weight 71.3 inches (1810 mm) (low seat: 68.7 inches [1745 mm])
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1) 450 lbs (204 kg) / 461 lbs (209 kg)
Dry weight 2) 401 lbs (182 kg) / 412 lbs (187 kg)
Permitted total weight 893 lbs (405 kg)
Payload (with standard equipment) 443 lbs (201 kg) / 432 lbs (196 kg)
Usable tank volume 4.1 U.S. gallons (16.0 l)
Reserve approx. 1 U.S. gallon (4.0 l)
1) According to guideline 93/93/EWG with all fluids, fuelled with at least 90% of usable tank volume
2) Unladen weight without fluids

2011 BMW Urban F 800 R Review and Specifications

Posted by delvotro On November - 5 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS
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2011 BMW Urban F 800 R

2011 BMW F800R

2011 BMW F800R is definitely the hottest naked bike generations since the BMW K1300R. Moreover, 2-cylinder bike like this fine state-of-the-art sexy roadster only: fit, light style. A country-product-the-art design is really cool, the perfect combination of pure pleasure ride with a high level of suitability for everyday use. A 798 cc 2-cylinder wrapped entirely in black: it not only looks cool, it sounds pretty cool. And it has attracted power.
Parallel twin-known and very economical to provide a real pleasure. 86 Nm of torque is exceptional in this category – such as 87 bhp. Mainly because it is available in a range of engine speeds is very practical. In other words, this motor offers ridability very good, and the BMW F 800 R offers a variety that will delight old hands and newcomers together. Ergonomics to suit every person, firm, stable chassis and perfectly balanced spherical geometry of this cool package: handling large for the city and an ultra-stable to travel at high speeds on country roads.
With this fun, ABS optional extra welcome also, like other features such as LED technology, styling parts, smart luggage solutions – and of course a test ride. And do not forget: bicycles are also available with 34 bhp!
And finally: it’s a BMW – and that is pretty cool too.
From model year 2011 BMW F 800 R is available in new paint finish following:
• Bright yellow metal / satin gloss Black
• Granite gray metallic / Black satin gloss
• Alpine white / Lupin metallic blue / red Magma
Fire orange paint finish and white metal aluminum and a special model “Chris Pfeiffer” is no longer available.

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2011 BMW Urban F 800 R

2011 BMW F800R – Specifications

USA Pricing : See Dealer for Current Pricing
Canada MSRP: See Dealer for Current Pricing

Engine
Type Water-cooled, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, four valves per cylinder, two overhead camshafts, dry sump lubrication
Bore x stroke 82 mm x 75.6 mm
Capacity 798 ccm
Rated output 87 hp (64 kW) at 8.000 rpm
Max. torque 63 lb/ft (86 Nm) at 6.000 rpm
Compression ratio 12,0 : 1
Mixture control / engine management Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management (BMS-KP)
Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3

Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed Over 200 km/h
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h 3,6 l
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h 4,8 l
Fuel type Unleaded super, minimum octane rating 95 (RON)

Electrical system
Alternator three-phase alternator 400 W
Battery 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free
Power transmission
Clutch Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated
Gearbox Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox integrated into crankcase
Drive Endless O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub

Chassis / brakes
Frame Bridge-type aluminium frame, load-bearing engine
Front wheel location / suspension Telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm
Rear wheel location / suspension Cast aluminium dual swing arm, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
Suspension travel front / rear 125 mm / 125 mm
Wheelbase 1,520 mm
Castor 90.7 mm
Steering head angle 65°
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, diameter 320 mm, four-piston fixed calipers
Brake, rear Single disc, diameter 265 mm, single-piston floating caliper
ABS Optional extra: BMW Motorrad ABS

Dimensions / weights
Length 2,145 mm
Width (incl. mirrors) 905 mm
Height (excl. mirrors) 1,160 mm
Seat height, unladen weight 800 mm (low seat: 775 mm, high seat: 825 mm)
Inner leg curve, unladen weight 1,770 mm (low seat: 1,720 mm, high seat: 1,820 mm)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1) 199 kg
Dry weight 2) 177 kg
Permitted total weight 405 kg
Payload (with standard equipment) 206 kg
Usable tank volume 16,0 l
Reserve approx. 4.0 l

Technical data relate to the unladen weight (DIN)

1) According to guideline 93/93/EWG with all fluids, fuelled with at least 90% of usable tank volume
2) Unladen weight without fluids

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2011 BMW Urban F 800 R

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2011 BMW Urban F 800 R

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