Rider's Manual for the BMW Motorrad R 1200 RT motorcycle covering operation, riding, maintenance, care and technical data.
This is the Rider's Manual for the BMW R 1200 RT motorcycle, published by BMW Motorrad (3rd edition, 06.2006, Order No. 01 41 7 704 051). It explains how to operate the controls and make use of the motorcycle's technical features, including optional extras such as ABS, ASC, ESA, RDC, cruise control, on-board computer and grip and seat heating.
The manual also covers riding safety instructions, running in, refuelling, accessories and luggage, maintenance work such as engine oil, brakes, tyres, bulbs and battery, care and laying up, a technical data section with a troubleshooting chart, and BMW Motorrad service information including maintenance schedules.
| Unladen weight | 259 kg (DIN, ready for road, 90% fuel, without optional extras) |
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| Permissible gross weight | 495 kg |
| Maximum payload | 236 kg |
| Usable fuel capacity | 27 l |
| Reserve fuel | 4 l |
| Recommended fuel grade | 95 ROZ/RON Super unleaded; 91 ROZ/RON Regular unleaded with restrictions |
| Tyre pressure, front | 2.2 bar one-up / 2.5 bar two-up or with luggage, tyre cold |
| Tyre pressure, rear | 2.5 bar one-up / 2.9 bar two-up or with luggage, tyre cold |
The manual recommends 95 ROZ/RON Super unleaded; 91 ROZ/RON Regular unleaded is usable with power- and consumption-related restrictions.
The usable fuel capacity is 27 litres, of which 4 litres are reserve fuel.
Front: 2.2 bar one-up and 2.5 bar two-up or with luggage; rear: 2.5 bar one-up and 2.9 bar two-up or with luggage, all with cold tyres.
The permissible gross weight is 495 kg with a maximum payload of 236 kg.