BMW R 1200 S Quick start guide

Brand: BMW

Model: R 1200 S

Category: Motorcycles

Type: Quick start guide

BMW R 1200 S is a high-performance sports bike with exceptional capabilities. Its powerful 2-cylinder engine delivers 122 bhp and 112 Nm of torque, providing thrilling acceleration and overtaking power. The lightweight construction and advanced chassis design, featuring BMW Motorrad Telelever and Paralever, ensure agility, stability, and precise handling even at high speeds. The responsive gearbox and powerful braking system enhance the riding experience, while the optional Öhlins Racing components and lightweight ABS further improve performance and safety.

R 1200 S

Sport. Sport. Sport.

BMW Motorrad

Sport

R 1200 S

The Ultimate

Riding Machine

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The new BMW R 1200 S, featuring the sportiest 2-cylinder engine BMW

has ever made. With 122 bhp (90 kW) and 112 Nm of torque at 6,800 rpm,

it delivers total performance with unerring precision.

Sport on the brain. Sport in the blood.

Sport on the brain. Sport in the

Sport on the brain. Sport in

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lood.

the blood.

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let from a gun.

a bullet from a gun.

Like a bullet from a gun.

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The raw speed of the BMW R 1200 S is quite simply

breathtaking, though its handling is no less impressive.

The bike’s outstandingly responsive chassis features the

BMW Motorrad Paralever and Telelever, and offers optimum

ground contact at all times. And for those that like their

sports a little more extreme, Öhlins Racing components

are available as optional extras.

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The BMW R 1200 S is just as impressive decelerating as it is acceler-

ating. With its large discs and four calipers, the braking system gives

riders precise control over massive stopping power. The new optional

2-channel ABS can be deactivated for riding on the track.

second counts.

Every second counts.

But every millisecond counts more.

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Intelligence and physical prowess both have their place.

And they’ve both found it, in the BMW R 1200 S.

The mind of a physicist.

The body of an athlete.

The mind of a physicist.

The body of an athlete.

The mind of a physicist.

The body of an athlete.

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The exceptional ergonomics of the R 1200 S bring

rider and bike together as one in perfect harmony.

The ultimate fusion of man and machine.

The ultimate fusion of man and mach

The ultimate fusion of man and machine.

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ine.

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As a sportsman, you have to be prepared to push your body to

the limit. But at the same time, you have to look after it properly.

And that’s just what the ProRace suit, ProRace gloves, ProRace

boots and BMW’s range of sporty integral helmets do.

Sporting looks, sporting soul.

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Technology

Accessories

Special Equipment

Colours

Technical Data

Sport

R 1200 S

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5th gear

1 Take an inside line

through the apex

of the bend, and

don’t be afraid to

run over the curb

on the left-hand

side as you exit the

bend to get onto

the racing line

(though not

in wet weather!)

2 Aim for an apex slightly deeper into the

bend, so you can accelerate as much

as possible on the short straight that

follows.

3 Aim to touch the curb in the ² rst third

of the bend, so you can get the bike

upright and be on the gas as early as

possible coming out of the corner.

4 This left-hander can be taken at very high

speed – if you’ve got the nerve to go for it.

5 Stay right up tight against the inner curb

so you’re in perfect position for the right-

hander that follows.

6 Aim to be right up against the

curve at the apex of the bend

so you can again get maximum

acceleration on the short following

straight.

7 Exactly the same as turn 3.

8 Similar to turn 5. Holding the

racing line means running over

the curb on the left-hand side of

the track.

9 Two quick changes of

direction are required

here. Aim for the inside

curb of the following

corner through the

right-hander, and try not

to run too wide on exiting

the chicane, so as to be

in good shape for the

² nal turn.

10 Turn in early and get the bike upright as soon as you

can to carry as much speed as possible onto the

start/² nish straight.

4th gear

3rd gear

2nd gear

4th gear

3rd gear

2nd gear

3rd gear

4th gear

2nd gear

3rd gear

Circuit training in Albacete, Spain.

Spain

3rd gear

Start/² nish

Braking point

0 50 100 m

As a former German motocross and supersport champion, and a two-time winner of the world’s

toughest street race, the Grand Prix of Macao, Markus Barth knows a thing or two about high-

performance sportsbikes. So who better to put the BMW R 1200 S through its paces on the

Circuito Albacete in Spain? These tips from the master are sure to get your lap times tumbling.

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differential is compact and light, while the concave rear axles

also features an innovative lightweight construction, and works

together with the weight-optimized swinging arm to reduce

unsprung mass. The chassis is faster to react to jolts, thanks

to the use of a WAD (travel-related damping) strut to handle

suspension and damping – the greater the compression, the

greater the damping effect.

That little bit extra at the vital moment: the sport suspension.

The optional, fully adjustable Öhlins Racing components turn

your R 1200 S into a genuine track bike, further improving

responsiveness and performance. The height of the rear

section of the chassis can be adjusted without affecting the

spring set-up. The sport suspension also features the same

travel-related damping technology as the standard version.

tilt angle.

The BMW R 1200 S utilizes a three-

section frame, with the engine as a load-

bearing component. The spaceframe

middle and front sections are screwed

onto the rear section, which features an

aluminium square pipe construction to

minimize weight.

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On a winning streak: the BMW Motorrad Telelever. The

new BMW R 1200 S is ² tted with an especially lightweight ver-

sion of the patented BMW Motorrad Telelever, which combines

the bene² ts of swinging and telescopic fork designs, and also

features a central suspension strut. On the road, the Telelever’s

responsiveness ensures a high degree of longitudinal rigid-

ity and excellent riding and steering stability even at very high

speeds. It also minimizes brake dive. The Telelever’s geometry

has been specially recon² gured for the R 1200 S to meet the

unique demands of sports riding, so that tilt angles of up to 52°

can now be achieved. Time to get out there and see what your

knee protectors are made of.

Don’t settle for second best: the BMW Motorrad Para-

lever. The BMW Motorrad Paralever combines the functions

of rear-wheel suspension and drive train. The Paralever brace,

which serves to minimize load change reactions, is situated over

the swinging arm for better ground clearance. The rear wheel

A new slant on sports riding, with a 52°

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First place is spoken for – by the new 2-cylinder engine.

BMW Motorrad’s existing 1,170-cc 2-cylinder boxer engine has

undergone numerous modi² cations to make it suitable for use

in the R 1200 S. The result is the sportiest 2-cylinder engine

that BMW Motorrad has ever built. It’s not just the 122 bhp

(90 kW) of power that will impress, but the engine’s responsive-

ness, right across a rev range that extends up to 8,800 rpm. And

to ensure the overtaking power is there when you need it most,

it delivers a maximum torque of 112 Nm at 6,800 rpm. The use

of the latest lightweight construction techniques throughout

means that the overall weight has been signi² cantly reduced,

despite the incorporation of an equalizing shaft to eliminate

vibrations. The BMS-K engine electronics, which replace a

separate choke, improve performance and cut fuel consumption,

thanks to the data provided by an extensive array of sen sors.

Knock sensors and an enhanced twin-spark ignition facilitate

cleaner combustion, resulting in smoother low-rev engine

running at constant speeds.

Built to perform. BMW Motorrad engineers don’t do things by

halves. And when it comes to delivering on the sporting promise

of the “S” in the R 1200 S name, they’ve really surpassed

themselves. The modi² cations made to the 2-cylinder engine

are all designed to maximize power delivery and responsiveness.

The addition of a third camshaft bearing reduces the engines’

vulnerability to vibratory fatigue, while the sodium-cooled intake

valves are hollow and therefore lighter. Valve gear and piston

conrods have been strengthened, and the intake air duct has

been enlarged. Precise valve timing ensures the most effective

possible use is made of the available cylinder capacity, while

raised pistons crowns help increase the compression ratio to

12.5:1. Sensitivity of response at part-load is ensured by the

special progressive kinematics, which control the gener ously-

sized throttle valves.

Everything about is says sport. The various technical fea-

tures of the BMW R 1200 S’s gearbox combine to offer riders

numerous advantages. The helical gears engage particularly

softly, reducing running noise, and gear changes are initiated

using a special sliding sleeve; combined with the optimized

selection mechanism, this means riders gear changes can be

made with minimum effort and maximum precision – perfect for

sports riding.

Fair play – brake and wait for the others to catch up.

The BMW R 1200 S is equipped with the powerful and re-

sponsive BMW Motorrad brake system. The two ³ oating

320-millimetre brake discs on the front wheel are actuated by

4-piston calipers. Steel ³ ex brake lines ensure the biting point

remains consistent even under extended braking. A special

lightweight version of BMW Motorrad ABS is also available as

an optional extra, adding just 1.5 kilograms to the motorcycle’s

total weight. This features enhanced diagnostics, and can be

deactivated for track riding.

Peak performance. The shaft drive. The R 1200 S uses

BMW Motorrad’s tried-and-tested shaft drive design to connect

the rear wheel to the clutch. Incorporated into the Paralever

system, its low weight contributes to the R 1200 S’s sporty

responsiveness and performance. It is extremely durable and

requires very little maintenance.

122 bhp of racing ambition.

x 1,000 rpm

0 40 80 120 160 200 240 km/h

100

200

180

160

140

120

100

0 2 4 6 8 10 12 x 1,000 rpm

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All BMW Motorrad motorcycles are designed around the rider.

And every rider knows that the wider the seat, especially towards

the front, the harder it is to reach the ³ oor with your feet – whatever

the seat height. The seat of the R 1200 S has been optimized for

step length; it is markedly slimmer towards the front, giving more

free-dom of movement for sports-style riding and making it easier

to touch the ground when stationary. However, the rear of the seat

is broader, for increased comfort.

The height of the standard seat is 830 millimetres, which

means the step length – the distance from heel to heel – is

1,810 milli metres.

The ergonomic triangle formed by the footrests, seat and

handlebars is designed to give comfortable and relaxing

sports-style riding even over long distances. The screw-² tted

pillion passenger footrests can be detached for racing use.

In great shape.

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And of course the BMW R 1200 S looks every inch the thorough-

bred sportsbike that it is, with its slim, purposeful lines, and the

striking under-seat pipes at the rear. The rear cladding is noticeably

thinner and more aggressively styled than on previous models, and

the 18-diode LED rear light it houses is not just better-looking, but

also longer-lasting and more energy ef² cient than conventional

designs, typically using only 10 to 20 per cent as much electricity.

The front end is unmistakably BMW, with its kidney grille, and

asymmetric headlight unit.

Everything you need to know. Now. With the stripped-down

minimalism you’d expect of a sportsbike, the instrument cluster

is a masterpiece of clarity. The tachometer and rev counter show

you at a glance exactly how much of the new R 1200 S’s po tential

you are currently exploiting, while the electronic display provides a

wealth of more detailed information, including mile age, oil tem-

perature, fuel level, range and a clock function. The gear display

shows which gear is currently selected. For optimum visibility, the

instrument lighting automatically adjusts to the level of ambient

light.

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Paint: Light Yellow Metallic

Seat: Black

Paint: Midnight Black

Seat: Black

Paint: White Aluminium Metallic

Seat: Black

Paint: Titanium Silver Metallic/Magma Red

Seat: Magma Red/Passenger Seat: Black

(there is an extra charge for two-tone paintwork)

Engine

Construction

Air-/oil-cooled, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke boxer, one camshaft,

four valves per cylinder, central counterbalance shaft

Bore x stroke 101 mm x 73 mm

Capacity 1,170 cc

Max. output 122 bhp (90 kW) at 8,250 rpm

Max. torque 112 Nm at 6,800 rpm

Compression ratio

12.5:1

Fuel/engine

management

Electronic intake pipe injection/BMS-K electronic engine

management with overrun fuel cut-off, twin-spark ignition

Emission control Regulated 3-way catalytic converter

Performance/fuel consumption

Max. speed Over 200 km/h

Consumption per 100 km

at a constant 90 km/h

4.3 litres

Consumption per 100 km

at a constant 120 km/h

5.6 litres

Fuel type Super plus unleaded 98 octane (RON); can also be operated with

minimum 95 octane (RON) due to automatic knock control

Electrics

Alternator 600-W generator

Battery 12 V/14 Ah

Transmission

Clutch Hydraulically operated single-disc dry clutch

Gears 6-speed helical synchromesh gearbox

Drive Shaft drive

Chassis/brakes

Frame

Three-section frame made up of front, middle and rear section

with load-bearing engine/transmission unit

Suspension, front BMW Motorrad Telelever, stanchion diameter 41 mm, central strut

Suspension, rear

Die-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad

Paralever; WAD (travel-related damping) strut, continuously

adjustable spring pre-load, adjustable rebound damping

Travel, front/rear 110 mm/120 mm

Wheelbase

(unladen as per DIN standard)

1,487 mm

Castor

(unladen as per DIN standard)

87 mm

Steering head angle

(unladen as per DIN standard)

66°

Wheels Cast aluminium

Rim dimensions, front 3.50 x 17"

Rim dimensions, rear 5.50 x 17" (6.00 x 17" if optional wide-pro´ le tyres are speci´ ed)

Tyre, front 120/70 - ZR 17

Ty re , r e a r

180/55 - ZR 17 (190/50 - ZR 17 if optional wide-pro´ le tyres are

speci´ ed)

Brakes, front

Double-disc brake system with µ oating brake discs

(320-mm diameter), 4-piston ´ xed caliper

Brakes, rear

Single-disc brake (265-mm diameter), double-piston µ oating

caliper

ABS Disconnectable BMW Motorrad ABS available as an optional extra

Dimensions/weight

Seat height, unladen 830 mm

Rider step length, unladen 1,810 mm

Unladen weight, fully fuelled/

road-ready*

213 kg

Dry weight** 190 kg

Max. permitted weight 410 kg

Max. load*** 197 kg

Usable tank volume 17 litres

Of which reserve 4 litres

Length 2,151 mm

Height (not inc. mirrors) 1,177 mm

Width (inc. mirrors) 870 mm

* As de´ ned in EU directive 93/93/EEC, ´ lled with all operating µ uids, fuelled to at least 90% of usable tank capacity.

** Without operating µ uids

*** With standard equipment.

Colours. Technical data.

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Paddock stand

The paddock stand can jack up the rear end of the

R 1200 S, making maintenance and tyre changes

simplicity itself.

Pillion hump

Anyone who wants to make their R 1200 S look

even racier can opt to replace the passenger seat

with a pillion hump.

Tinted windshield

The tinted windshield further accentuates the

R 1200 S’s sporty appearance.

Other accessories:

• Supplementary toolkit

• Anti-theft alarm system

• Heated grips

• Sport panniers

Tank rucksack

The waterproof main compartment has a capacity

of 23 litres, but this can be expanded to approx. 32.

No additional waterproof covering is required, even

in heavy rain. An additional compartment for smaller

items is located underneath the map pocket.

Sport small softbag

The softbag boasts a 19-litre waterproof main

compartment, plus two exterior pockets and a

carrying handle on the top. It is attached to the bike

with straps, and is designed to stay ² rmly in place

even at high speeds.

BMW Motorrad ABS

The new 2-channel ABS system offers improved

safety at minimal extra weight (just 1.5 kilograms).

Despite its compact dimensions, it also squeezes

in new diagnostic features. It can be deactivated

when not required.

Sport suspension

Made of fully adjustable Öhlins Racing compo-

nents, it allows the motorcycle to be customized

to individual riders, enabling them to fully exploit

the R 1200 S’s potential in sports-style riding.

TPC (Tyre Pressure Control)

TPC uses sensors to continuously monitor tyre

pressure, and the information is then displayed

on the Info Flatscreen at the touch of a button.

The rider is instantly alerted to any abnormalities

via the display and/or a warning light.

Sport silencer

Made entirely from titanium and stainless

steel, the AkrapoviĖ

sport silencer weighs

just 3.5 kilograms. It is superbly well made,

easy to mount, and ² ts neatly into the lines

of the motorcycle.

Going the extra mile. Optional Equipment.

Other optional equipment:

• Anti-theft alarm system

• Heated grips

• Wide-pro² le tyres (190/50 ZR 17)

• On-board computer

Travel in style. Accessories.

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The models illustrated in this brochure show the specifications for Germany. In part, they include optional equipment and accessories not fitted as standard. According to the specific requirements of other markets, alterations in models and equipment as described here may occur.

For detailed information on the range of rider equipment and accessories available in your country, please contact your BMW Motorrad dealer. Subject to change in design and equipment. Subject to error.

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