2019 BMW R 1250 RT first view
A BMW motorcycle line-up without a twin-cylinder boxer engine is almost inconceivable. However, it needs to remain relevant, which is why an updated version has been developed for the new R 1250 RT touring bike and the adventure-focussed R 1250 GS.
As the ‘1250’ label suggests, capacity is up from 1,170 cc to 1,254 cc. Together with the adoption of BMW ShiftCam Technology – essentially variable valve timing and valve stroke – the claimed results are improved output, efficiency and refinement.
For instance, power rises to 134 bhp (100 kW / 136 PS) at 7,750 rpm, while peak torque becomes 143 Nm (105 lb/ft) at 6,250 rpm. Previously, those figures were 123 bhp (92 kW / 125 PS) and 125 Nm (92 lb/ft) respectively.
Standard equipment for the entry-level R 1250 RT includes ABS Pro, an electrically-adjustable windscreen, panniers, a lower-front spoiler and a 5.7” TFT colour screen within the instrument cluster. Automatic Stability Control and Hill Start Control are fitted too, plus there’s a choice of ‘Road’ and ‘Rain’ riding modes.
The SE variant gains Dynamic ESA automatic adaptive damping, cruise control, a heated saddle and preparation for a GPS device. If even more specification is required, then the range-topping LE additionally comes with Gear Shift Assist Pro, central locking, an anti-theft alarm and a chrome exhaust.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, BMW wants to further tempt customers with a comprehensive options list. Among the available items is Riding Modes Pro, a suite of technologies that combines Dynamic Traction Control, Dynamic Brake Control, Hill Start Control Pro and an extra ‘Dynamic’ setting.
Starting prices in the UK are:
· R 1250 RT – £14,415
· R 1250 RT SE – £15,615
· R 1250 RT LE – £16,700
Related post:
2019 BMW R 1250 GS first view
As the ‘1250’ label suggests, capacity is up from 1,170 cc to 1,254 cc. Together with the adoption of BMW ShiftCam Technology – essentially variable valve timing and valve stroke – the claimed results are improved output, efficiency and refinement.
For instance, power rises to 134 bhp (100 kW / 136 PS) at 7,750 rpm, while peak torque becomes 143 Nm (105 lb/ft) at 6,250 rpm. Previously, those figures were 123 bhp (92 kW / 125 PS) and 125 Nm (92 lb/ft) respectively.
Standard equipment for the entry-level R 1250 RT includes ABS Pro, an electrically-adjustable windscreen, panniers, a lower-front spoiler and a 5.7” TFT colour screen within the instrument cluster. Automatic Stability Control and Hill Start Control are fitted too, plus there’s a choice of ‘Road’ and ‘Rain’ riding modes.
The SE variant gains Dynamic ESA automatic adaptive damping, cruise control, a heated saddle and preparation for a GPS device. If even more specification is required, then the range-topping LE additionally comes with Gear Shift Assist Pro, central locking, an anti-theft alarm and a chrome exhaust.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, BMW wants to further tempt customers with a comprehensive options list. Among the available items is Riding Modes Pro, a suite of technologies that combines Dynamic Traction Control, Dynamic Brake Control, Hill Start Control Pro and an extra ‘Dynamic’ setting.
Starting prices in the UK are:
· R 1250 RT – £14,415
· R 1250 RT SE – £15,615
· R 1250 RT LE – £16,700
Related post:
2019 BMW R 1250 GS first view
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