User manual BMW R 1200 RT BROCHURE

[. . . ] BMW Motorrad Tour R 1200 RT The Ultimate Riding Experience R 1200 RT Passion on tour. A trip to the top of the world. Norway has been home to such legendary travellers as Leif Erikson and Roald Amundsen. So what could be better than touring through its unspoilt backwaters on the BMW R 1200 RT. A perfect opportunity to discover the outstanding riding dynamics and superb comfort of this truly innovative tourer that is in every respect a joy to ride. Climb on and fire up the boxer engine ­ then simply head off deep into the land of the fjords. 02 / 03 The power of Thor's hammer. [. . . ] The setting currently selected is displayed on the Info Flatscreen. When stationary and with the engine running, the rider can adjust suspension preload to the level of load at the touch of a button. With its easy operation and optimised chassis tuning, ESA makes a significant contribution to rider safety and comfort. The Tyre Pressure Control system uses sensors to constantly monitor tyre pressure, and the information can be displayed on the Info Flat Screen. If tyre pressure falls below a certain level, the rider is immediately notified via the display and/or a warning light ­ with obvious safety benefits. ESA normal setting: the standard setting for everyday riding. Illustrated: spring preload for rider with passenger or rider with passenger and luggage. Damper settings. ESA makes it possible for riders to adjust the suspension settings, to suit their own personal riding style and road conditions. At the touch of a button, riders are able to choose between three settings (Normal, Comfort and Sport) for front and rear suspension. The dampers are then adjusted automatically to give the appropriate ride for the selected setting. ESA sample settings: ESA comfort setting: for sports touring. Illustrated: spring preload for rider and luggage. Designed to suit the rider. At BMW Motorrad, the rider is at the centre of everything we do. That's why we make sure we incorporate the latest learnings from ergonomics into the development of new models, ensuring that they are perfectly integrated into the bike's design. Every rider knows that the wider the seat, especially towards the front, the harder it is to reach the floor with your feet ­ whatever the seat height. The seat of the BMW R 1200 RT has been optimised in terms of step length, leaving it markedly slimmer tow ards the front, thus giving more freedom of movement when riding and making it easier to reach the floor when at a standstill. At the rear, the seat broadens out for more comfort. Standard seat heights of 820 mm or 840 mm can be specified by the rider, in addition to the optional lower-set heights of 780 mm and 800 mm. The ergonomic triangle formed by the footrest, seat and handlebars is designed to ensure a relaxed, fatiguefree ride, even on long journeys. In addition, the slim lines of the seat/tank area allow for the perfect knee posture, for increased control and comfort. The windshield, its design perfected in wind tunnel tests, can be electrically set on a continuous scale and offers riders of whatever size not only outstanding protection from wind and rain, but also a significantly lower level of noise. The grip handles are adjustable too, and have been designed along ergonomic principles. In addition, the reduced force necessary to operate brakes, accelerator and clutch, means it is easier to control the motorcycle, thus making an important contribution to active safety. Looking good. You couldn't make information any clearer. The ergonomical design of the BMW R 1200 RT extends to the cockpit. All the instruments are incorporated seamlessly and stylishly into the dashboard. [. . . ] Damping (rebound) can be switched between presets 120 mm/135 mm 1, 485 mm 115. 8 mm 63. 8° Cast aluminium 3. 5 x 17" 5. 5 x 17" 120/70 ZR 17 180/55 ZR 17 Double-disc brake system with floating 320-mm diameter, 4-piston fixed caliper Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, double-piston floating caliper BMW Motorrad Integral ABS partially integral version Rear suspension: With its large 49-litre capacity, the watertight topcase offers sufficient space to store two helmets and is fitted as standard with a back rest. A single key system is available as an option. This compact, waterproof topcase has a 28-litre capacity, enough to store the rider's helmet. Back rest and single key system are offered as an option. [. . . ]