Which is the successor to the BMW R1150RT?
Late in 2004, BMW introduced the successor model to the R1150RT. It is the 2005-2006 R1200RT(photo above). It offers lighter weight, more power and torque, cruise control, and some other amenities. Its design is a radical departure from previous RT models.
What’s the difference between a 2002 and 2004 BMW R1150RT?
The 2004 models can be distinguished by the design of their valve covers: 2004 is below right; earlier years are below left. BMW also deleted for 2004 the radio package, including speakers, antenna, wiring, and radio chassis, which had been provided on all 2002 and 2003 R1150RTs. Late in 2004, BMW introduced the successor model to the R1150RT.
When did the BMW R1100RT come out in America?
by Jeff Dean, Co-Founder, BMW Motorcycle Owners of America, Inc. Last updated — January 15, 2015. Today is. Revolutionary itself in design when it was introduced in 1995, the fluid lines and advanced technological features of the R1100RT have been retained nicely in its successor, the 2002 R1150RT.
How tall is a BMW R1150RT in meters?
Strangely, southern California “moto-magazines” have posted some pretty unimpressive stopping distances for this motorcycle — from 60 MPH-to-0 (97 km/h-to-0) in 123’ (37.5 meters) by Motorcycle Consumer Newsand in 127’ (38.7 meters) by Cycle World. In my own trial I stopped the R1150RT in 105’ (32 meters).
Is the BMW R1150RT still in use?
14 owners have reviewed their BMW R1150RT (2001 – 2005) and rated it in a number of areas. Read what they have to say and what they like and dislike about the bike below. Still uses a qt of oil every 2k miles. Burned exhaust valve at 23k. Fully integrated brakes with servo assist the most dangerous thing I’ve ever experienced.
by Jeff Dean, Co-Founder, BMW Motorcycle Owners of America, Inc. Last updated — January 15, 2015. Today is. Revolutionary itself in design when it was introduced in 1995, the fluid lines and advanced technological features of the R1100RT have been retained nicely in its successor, the 2002 R1150RT.
What is the dry weight of a R1150RT?
It’s all the more surprising as the R1150RT looks about as sporty as a brieze block. Dry weight is just 255kg – light for a full tourer. Many sources quote wet weight which makes the motorcycle sound heavy. Servo-assisted, linked, anti-lock brakes are excellent.
Strangely, southern California “moto-magazines” have posted some pretty unimpressive stopping distances for this motorcycle — from 60 MPH-to-0 (97 km/h-to-0) in 123’ (37.5 meters) by Motorcycle Consumer Newsand in 127’ (38.7 meters) by Cycle World. In my own trial I stopped the R1150RT in 105’ (32 meters).