BMW R 1200 ST - Quick start guide

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Model: R 1200 ST -

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1200 ST BROCHURE 2005

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R 1200 ST

The long-distance sprinter.

BMW Motorrad

Sports Tourer

R 1200 ST

The Ultimate

Riding Machine

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The best of both worlds. Sports and touring.

Get out there and discover new sensations on the BMW R 1200 ST Sports Tourer. Experience the

thrill of riding hard into curves and outstanding riding dynamics, whether on a country road or a

highway. The BMW R 1200 ST offers a combination of effortless agility in everyday riding and a high

level of touring comfort. The perfect bike for all those who believe that variety is the spice of life.

The

and of the BMW R 1200 ST

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6 hr

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Sport calls for power. The BMW R 1200 ST has it in abundance. You’ll feel it when you unleash its incredible

81 kw (110 bhp) engine and phenomenal 115 Nm of torque. Whether on short trips or out on the motorway, this is

a motorcycle that puts you exactly where you belong – right out in front. And to ensure you stay there, there’s the

optional ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment), which lets you set up the suspension for different riding and

road conditions. Man and machine, in perfect harmony.

Strength from the off.

And the power to see it through.

The in the BMW R 1200 ST

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6 hr

Slip into gear and open the throttle. The sheer power of

the BMW R 1200 ST propels you forward, even at very low

revs. And at higher speeds it soon becomes clear why BMW

describes it as a “Sports Tourer”. Then there are the corners.

Brake, change down and lean in. Quickly, precisely.

Shall we run through that again? With pleasure.

Driven by desire.

The in the BMW R 1200 ST

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This couple does everything together. A bag for him. A bag for her. The BMW R 1200 ST is the

perfect way to head off with your partner into the country or further afield. Just climb on and

leave the everyday behind. With optional ESA, you can savour the thrill of winding country lanes

and high mountain passes and show everyone you overtake on the way a clean pair of heels.

Every weekend the same journey.

The in the BMW R 1200 ST

Into the promised land.

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6 hr

. de Mediano

. de El Grado

3141

3371

Pico Posets

3404

Pico de Aneto

2647

1712

2913

Puigmal

Badalona

Benabarre

Benasque

Tamarite

de Litera

Pont de

Suert

Sort

Ponts

Balaguer

Cervera

Solsona

Berga

Igualada

Vilafranca

del Penedès

Molins

de Rei

Granollers

Arenys de Mar

Manlleu

S. Feliu de

Guíxols

Palam ós

Banyoles

Olot

Ripoll

Puigcerdà

Figueres

Roses

Cadaquès

Portbou

Palafrugell

La Bisbal

Sta Coloma

de Farners

Blanes

Calella

Alfarràs

Granadella

Montblanc

Valls

Les Borges Blanques

Tàrrega

La Seu d'Urgell

La Pobla

de Segur

Barcelona

Lérida

Mataró

Girona

Sabadell

Terrasa

Manresa

Vic

Mieres

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Catalonians are proud of their region and with reason, its often

raw beauty serving as an open invitation to explore. The fascinating

landscape of the Pyrenees provides the perfect backdrop for short

trips and extended tours on your BMW R 1200 ST. The border

region between Spain and France extends over 440 kilometres

in length and is 130 kilometres wide, but its about much more

than figures: breathtaking mountain passes, ravines and – above all –

kilometre after kilometre of some of the best-laid roads that you

have to experience on your motorcycle.

When planning your sports-style tour, it’s important to remember

that the Spanish side of the mountains is much drier than the

French. Even in September, daytime temperatures of over 30 °C

are common, while the nights are noticeably cooler. Because many

passes lie at a height of over 2,000 metres, when riding at the

beginning and end of the year, you should enquire whether they

may have been closed due to snow. And don’t forget: the BMW

Motorrad Navigator II plus is the safest, smartest way to navigate

the magnificent roads that lead through the countless attractions

of the Pyrenees.

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Benvingut e bon viatge.

Welcome. Enjoy the ride.

4 La Molina

1 Banyoles – Mieres – Olot

5 Oliana – Peramola

3 Saldes

2 Coll de Jou – Solsona

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Technology

Rider equipment

Special equipment

Accessories

Technical data

Colours

Sports Tourer

R 1200 ST

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4,0002,000 6,000 8,000 rpm

100

120

kwNm

04080120160200240 km/h

8 x 1,000 rpm

The best sports boxer of all time.

The ultimate in sports-style touring.

Within the R 1200 ST beats a powerful, sporty 1,170-cc boxer

heart. Despite the incorporation of an additional counterbalance

shaft, lightweight construction techniques ensure greatly reduced

weight. The engine is equipped with a comprehensive sensor sys-

tem which, together with its BMS-K engine electronics, delivers

enhanced performance while lowering fuel consumption. Thanks

to the same engine electronics, the BMW R 1200 ST has no need

for a separate choke. Knock sensors and twin-spark ignition ensu-

re optimum combustion and smooth operation at constant speeds

and low revolutions. The engine of the BMW R 1200 ST delivers

outstanding performance and a greatly enhanced riding experi-

ence. Thanks to a counterbalance shaft, annoying vibrations are

effect ively eradicated. In addition to the power and dynamism

generated by this characterful power plant, the rider’s emotion

levels receive a significant boost, too.

More powerful. Lighter. More dynamic.

The BMW R 1200 ST stands out on account of its low weight,

high performance and sporty riding dynamics. Weighing just

229 kg* but generating 81 kw (110 bhp), the R 1200 ST simply

powers ahead. As it does so, the familiar virtues of the boxer

principle become even clearer: with maximum torque of 115 Nm

and smooth, yet powerful thrust from idle, the boxer engine in

the R 1200 ST is an impressive performer.

* Unladen weight – fully fuelled, road-ready.

Doing what comes naturally. Environmental protection.

Double ignition and BMS-K engine management ensure particular-

ly even, efficient combustion, a necessary precondition if low fuel

consumption and exhaust emission values are to be achieved.

In addition, two lambda sensors combined with a regulated 3-way

catalytic converter act to further reduce emissions.

Gear shifting simply couldn’t be easier.

The various technical features of the BMW R 1200 ST’s gearbox

combine to offer riders numerous advantages: the helical cut

gears engage particularly softly, thus reducing running noise. Gear

changes are initiated using a special sliding sleeve; combined with

the optimised selection mechanism, this makes for easier, more

precise gear shifting, involving shorter gear paths and requiring

less effort.

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The diagram clearly shows the ratio

pattern of the different gears. The

gearbox is equipped with a responsive,

short 6th gear.

Power and responsiveness:

81 kw (110 bhp) at 7,500 rpm,

and a maximum torque of

115 Nm at 6,000 rpm.

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The chassis: the perfect interface between the rider and the road.

The BMW Motorrad Telelever. Sports-style touring.

The latest generation of boxer engines employs an especially light

version of the patented BMW Motorrad Telelever, combining the

advantages of a telescopic fork with swinging arm construction.

Working together with the central strut, the Telelever maintains

optimum front wheel guidance at all times while out on the road.

It ensures a particularly sensitive response, high longitudinal

stiffness and optimum riding and steering stability, even at top

speeds. In addition, brake dive is kept to a minimum, meaning the

BMW Motorrad Integral ABS has perfect conditions in which to

perform its work.

Keep everything under control.

With the BMW Motorrad Paralever.

The BMW Motorrad Paralever combines the functions of rear wheel

guidance and drive transfer. The Paralever brace, which serves to

minimise load change reactions, is situated over the swinging arm,

for better ground clearance. The reduced gear rotation speed

allows for a smaller, lighter rear wheel differential. Similarly, the

concave rear axle is of an innovative, lightweight construction and

works together with the weight-optimised swinging arm to signiﬁ -

cantly reduce unsprung mass. With the BMW Motorrad Telelever,

the chassis reacts quicker to jolts. Suspension and damping is

handled by a WAD strut (travel-dependent damping). Using this

system, compression damping increases with compression, making

for highly-sensitive responsiveness and stability, even on poor

roads. The overall performance of the chassis provides optimum

comfort and perfect road grip, whether you are riding alone, or with

a partner and a full load of luggage.

Strength from within. Shaft drive.

The shaft drive is incorporated into the Paralever system, its low

weight contributing to the R 1200 ST’s sporty responsiveness

and performance. It is extremely durable and requires very little

maintenance.

1. The BMW Motorrad shaft drive is an extremely durable, low-maintenance

solution.

3. The WAD strut (travel-related damping) makes the R 1200 ST highly responsive

and stable.

2. The BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever is both a suspension unit and part of the

drive train.

5. The BMW Motorrad Telelever ensures a sensitive response from the suspension.

4. The entire brake system of the BMW R 1200 ST is equipped with steel flex

brake lines.

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A journey into the future. With the latest in technology and design.

Sports-style touring. Sports-style braking.

The R 1200 ST is equipped with the tried-and-tested BMW Motor-

rad EVO braking system. Both front disc brakes have a diameter

of 320 mm. Steel flex brake lines create a stable, lasting pressure

point in order to cope with the immense deceleration forces.

The brake lining distributor for the two front callipers is elegant and

integrated into the fork brace. The partially integral version of BMW

Motorrad’s proven Integral ABS II system is available as an option.

When fitted, braking can be applied to both front and rear wheel

via the hand brake lever, while the footbrake applies pressure only

to the rear. The system’s brake booster guarantees a quick build-up

of braking pressure, excellent control and optimum braking perfor-

mance with minimum rider effort.

Shaped to suit the rider.

At BMW Motorrad, the rider is at the centre of everything we do.

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

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

the seat height. That’s why the seat of the R 1200 ST has been

optimised for rider step length: markedly slimmer towards the front,

giving more freedom of movement when riding and making it easier

to reach the floor when at a standstill; while broad at the rear, for

more comfort. Seats can be supplied as standard in either the

810 mm or the 830 mm version.

The ergonomical triangle of footrest, seat and handlebar is so desi-

gned as to guarantee the rider a relaxed, fatigue-free experience

during long and sports-style journeys.

Perfected in a wind tunnel, the windshield has three manually adju-

stable settings, not only offering riders of any size outstanding pro-

tection against wind and rain, but also significantly reducing noise

while riding.

The handlebar grips on the R 1200 ST can be set in three positi-

ons, making it possible to adjust them over a range of 25 mm to

match the rider’s preferred seating position and riding style. Add

to this the adjustable seat and the rider has freedom to choose

whether to adopt an active, sporty approach or a more relaxed

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touring posture. The reach of the brake and clutch levers can also

be adjusted to taste, while the relatively small amount of force nee-

ded to operate the brake, gas and clutch controls makes it easier

to maintain control of the motorcycle and actively contributes to a

safer ride.

Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA).

Up until now, different road surfaces, varying loads and individual

riding styles all made manual suspension adjustment a tricky busi-

ness. Achieving optimum balance in the preloading of springs and

suspension requires a great deal of experience and judgement. But

the BMW R 1200 ST does away with manual suspension tuning,

re- placing it with the Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) sys-

tem*. The settings selected are displayed on the Info Flatscreen.

Load settings.

When the motorcycle is stationary with the engine running, the

rider can adjust suspension preload to the level of load (rider only,

rider with luggage or rider with passenger and luggage) at the

touch of a button.

* Available as an optional extra.

Riding style settings.

ESA makes it possible for riders to adjust the chassis while riding

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

damper settings – rebound at the front, rebound and compression

at the rear – are then adjusted automatically.

Perfect road holding, all the time.

With its easy operation and optimised chassis tuning, ESA makes a

significant contribution to rider safety and comfort. It is exclusive to

BMW Motorrad.

ESA normal setting:

the standard setting

for everyday riding.

Illustrated: spring

preload for rider with

passenger or rider with

passenger and luggage.

ESA comfort setting:

for sports touring.

Illustrated: spring

preload for rider and

luggage.

ESA sport setting:

for more involving feedback

during hard riding.

Illustrated: spring preload

for rider.

Rider step length. The BMW R 1200 ST incorporates the latest thinking in

ergonomics. Its design takes into account not only seat height (B), but also

rider step length (A), providing maximum control and a perfect seating position.

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Anyone who enjoys sports-style touring knows that the right

equipment is vital. Find out more about the current range of BMW

Motorrad Rider Equipment, including the SportIntegral helmet

and the ProRace suit, at bmw-motorrad.com/riderspoint.

Perfectly attired, from head to toe.

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Sturdy centre stand. Provides a secure hold, even on

loose ground.

More room for sports-style riding. The luggage bridge

can handle large items, making for enhanced riding

comfort.*

An optional extra for enhanced safety: the partially

integral version of BMW Motorrad Integral ABS.

For peace of mind after your ride. The anti-theft alarm

system responds to any movement of the bike with loud

warning signals and flashing indicators.*

Warm hands steer better. With two heat settings,

the grips keep your hands pleasantly warm, even in

extreme weather conditions.*

Going the extra mile.

Factory-fitted optional equipment.

Key information at a glance: the on-board computer

shows riders their range, average speed and average

fuel consumption, warns them of black ice, and dis-

plays the ambient temperature. An oil level display

function is also available.

Exclusive to BMW Motorrad: ESA (Electronic Suspension

Adjustment) lets riders adjust the suspension set-up to

different riding styles and conditions at the touch of a

button.

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* Also available as an accessory from your

BMW Motorrad dealer.

The BMW R 1200 ST has sports touring in its blood and the perfect equipment to match.

Choose from among BMW Motorrad’s comprehensive range of optional equipment to tailor

your Sports Tourer exactly the way you want. Other optional equipment available includes:

• Lowered rider seat (780/800 mm)

• Chrome-plated exhaust pipe

• Second power socket

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All systems go. All the time.

The BMW Motorrad Navigator II plus.

Wherever you’re headed, the BMW Motorrad Navigator II plus leads

you effortlessly to the destination of your choice. It combines four

instruments in one device: a route and journey planner, GPS recei-

ver, compass and trip computer. An all-round, reliable companion

which, thanks to the optional charging kit, can even accompany

you on sailing trips and cycling tours.

Simply enter the desired location and let it show you the best route,

complete with zoom function. The BMW Motorrad Navigator II plus

can be set to communicate in any one of eleven languages.

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Thanks to its fully-lined interior this tank bag is completely

waterproof. Teﬂ on coating prevents dirt build-up. The

hardware compartment is equipped with a viewing window

on the cover. Can be used at the same time as the BMW

Motorrad Navigator II plus.

These waterproof panniers have a capacity of 32 litres.

They can be accessed conveniently through a simple

closure mechanism. Well thought-out design means the

BMW R 1200 ST retains its slim lines, ensuring easy

handling even in city traffic.

Practical inner bags make it easier to load and unload

the panniers. Two compartments make the storage

of all your bits and pieces simple. A shoulder strap and

carrying handle make it convenient to carry around.

The waterproof top box has plenty of room to store your

helmet and is quick and easy to attach to the luggage

grid. Use it together with the optional backrest pad for

extra passenger comfort.

The top box inner bag makes it easier to load and unload

the top box. With its practical shoulder strap and carry

handle, it can be accessed quickly and is convenient to

carry around – a practical feature for your next tour.

You can put a personal stamp on your

BMW R 1200 ST any time you like by visi-

ting your BMW Motorrad dealer, where you

can select from the wide range of practical,

high-quality BMW Motorrad accessories.

Expert advice included.

Accessories from your BMW Motorrad dealer.

• System pannier case

• Tank rucksack

• Cylinder protection bars

• Second power socket

• Lowered rider seat

(780/800 mm)

• Rider seat

(810/830 mm)

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Colours and technical data.

Engine

Type Air/oil-cooled 4-stroke, 2-cylinder boxer,

one camshaft, four valves per cylinder,

central counterbalance shaft

Bore x stroke 101 mm x 73 mm

Capacity 1,170 cc

Output 81 kw (110 bhp) at 7,500 rpm

Max torque 115 Nm at 6,000 rpm

Compression ratio 12.0 : 1

Fuel/engine management Electronic intake pipe injection/

digital engine management: BMS-K with overrun

fuel cut-off, double ignition

Emission control Regulated 3-way catalytic converter

Performance/fuel consumption

Maximum speed Over 200 km/h

Fuel consumption

100 km at a constant 90 km/h 3.7 l

100 km at a constant 120 km/h 5.1 l

Fuel type Super plus unleaded (98 octane); can be

reduced to super unleaded (95 octane) through

automatic knock control

Electrics

Alternator 720 W generator

Battery 12V/14 Ah

Power transmission

Clutch Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated

Gears Synchromesh 6-speed gearbox with helical

gearing

Drive Shaft drive

1) Optional equipment

2) As defined in EU directive 93/93/EEC, filled with all

operating fluids to at least 90% of usable tank capacity

3) Unladen weight without fuel.

Chassis/brakes

Frame Three-section frame made up of front and

rear frame with load-bearing engine

Front suspension BMW Motorrad Telelever,

stanchion diameter 41 mm, central strut

Rear suspension Die-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm

with BMW Motorrad Paralever; spring pre-load

infinitely adjustable (either hydraulically via hand-

wheel or electronically via ESA

), adjustable

rebound damping

ESA

Electronic Suspension Adjustment. Damping

(rebound) can be switched between presets

Travel front/rear 110 mm/140 mm

Wheelbase (in normal position) 1,502 mm

Castor (in normal position) 112 mm

Steering head angle

(in normal position) 63°

Wheels Cast aluminium

Rims, front 3.5 x 17

Rims, rear 5.5 x 17

Tyres, front 120/70 ZR 17

Tyres, rear 180/55 ZR 17

Front brakes Double-disc EVO brake system with floating

brake discs, 320-mm diameter, 4-piston fixed

caliper

Rear brakes Single disc brake, 265-mm diameter, double-

piston floating caliper

ABS ABS (partially integral version),

not disconnectable

Dimensions/weight

Seat height, unladen 810 mm/830 mm

Unladen weight, road ready,

fully fuelled

229 kg

Dry weight

205 kg

Max. permitted weight 460 kg

Max. load

(with standard equipment) 231 kg

Usable tank volume 21 l

Reserve Approx. 4 l

Length 2,165 mm

Height (not inc. mirrors) Windshield down: 1,220 mm

(windshield up: 1,255 mm)

Width (inc. mirrors) 890 mm (without mirrors, 750 mm)

Light Magnesium Metallic/Piemont Red Metallic Light Magnesium Metallic/Granite Grey Metallic Light Magnesium Metallic/Sydney Blue Metallic

Dark Graphite Metallic/Piemont Red Metallic Dark Graphite Metallic/Granite Grey Metallic Dark Graphite Metallic/Sydney Blue Metallic

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Sports Tourer

R 1200 ST

The Ultimate

Riding Machine

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