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BMW R 1250 R

Motorcycle for hire in South Africa

Tank Capacity: 18 Litres
Locations: South Africa

18 Litres

100 kW

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Cruise Control

Description


Experience the ultimate thrill of riding with the BMW R1250R. Powered by the all-new Boxer engine, this dynamic motorcycle delivers unmatched power and performance with a maximum torque of 143 Nm.

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More Info / Features

Whether you're cruising leisurely or embarking on a sporty adventure, the innovative BMW ShiftCam technology ensures optimal performance at every speed. Get ready to feel the exhilarating punch of the Boxer engine with every twist of the throttle.

Vehicle Specs/ Fact Sheet


Engine
Rated output 100 kW (136 hp) at 7,750 rpm
Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter
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 cc
Max. torque 143 Nm at 6,250 rpm
Compression ratio 12.5 : 1
Mixture control Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire
Exhaust emission standards EU 5
Performance / fuel consumption
Fuel consumption per 100 km based on WMTC 4.75 l
Fuel type Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI
CO2 emission based on WMTC 110 g/km

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 Aluminium cast wheels
Rim, front 3.50 x 17"
Rim, rear 5.50 x 17''
Tyre, front 120/70 ZR17
Tyre, rear 180/55 ZR17
Brake, front Twin disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper
Brake, rear Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, 2-piston floating caliper
ABS BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (partial integral, lean angle optimized)

Dimensions / weights
Seat height at unladen weight 820 mm (seat low: 760 mm; seat sport: 840 mm)
Usable tank volume 18 l
Reserve approx. 4 l
Length 2,165 mm (over license plate holder)
Height 1,300 mm (above mirror, at DIN unladen weight)
Width 880 mm (above mirror)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 239 kg 1)
Permitted total weight 460 kg
Payload (with standard equipment) 221 kg

Vehicle Equipment


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