Introducing the New BMW R 1300 RS
Introducing the new BMW R 1300 RS: The new sports tourer with a boxer engine.
The BMW Motorrad developers set out to make the new BMW R 1300 RS significantly more dynamic and sporty than its predecessor – a goal the new sports touring bike with boxer engine fulfils not only in terms of design, engine and chassis: equal importance was also placed on ergonomics, with a focus on creating a sportier, more active riding position.
Seat options, Comfort Handlebars & a New Luggage System.
The new BMW R 1300 RS not only features a new luggage system, but also offers a wide range of seat variants and optional comfort handlebars to meet the individual ergonomic needs of all riders. In addition to the standard rider’s seat, five others are available as individual items of optional equipment ex works.
For touring and holiday trips, the new BMW R 1300 RS can be equipped ex works with case holders and a topcase carrier, while a newly developed case system and topcase are available as part of the Original BMW Motorrad Accessories range.
Rugged Boxer Engine & Automated shift assistant (ASA).
The boxer engine in the new BMW R 1300 RS has a capacity of exactly 1 300 cc - This increase in capacity derives from an enlarged cylinder bore and a new crankshaft with reduced stroke. It has an output of 107 kW and develops a maximum torque of 149 Nm, making it by far the most powerful serial production BMW boxer engine to date.
With the automated shift assistant (ASA), BMW Motorrad offers an innovative technical solution to make motorcycling easier and more comfortable. Automated clutch operation and gear changes puts the riding experience even more front and centre – without sacrificing the dynamic of the shifting process.
Completely Newly Developed Chassis.
The chassis of the new BMW R 1300 RS has been completely redesigned - The centrepiece is the new sheet metal main frame made of steel. In the course of the redesign, the rear frame was also completely reconceived. In place of the previous tubular steel construction, the new R 1300 RS now has a rear frame made of die-cast aluminium.
State-of-the-Art LED Light Units.
Accordingly, the new R 1300 RS comes as standard with a newly designed twin-chamber LED headlight in a very slim, sporty design featuring a distinctive light icon. The lighting unit comprises two LED elements for the low beam and two additional, separately positioned LED elements for the high beam. Two more LED units are provided for the daytime running light and side light. State-of-the-art LED light units with newly designed LED rear light round off the lighting concept of the new R 1300 RS.
With the optional Adaptive Turning Light, the dipped beam of the standard full LED headlight is optimised for cornering, depending on the banking position, by activating additional LED elements. In this way, the bend is almost fully illuminated because the light moves to where the motorcycle is heading. By optimising the light pattern, the dipped beam light ensures an even wider and more homogeneous illumination of the road.
More Convenient and Safer Motorcycling.
The new R 1300 RS comes as standard with Dynamic Cruise Control (DCC) with braking function, while the Riding Assistant as optional equipment ex works offers a significantly wider range of functions, including Active Cruise Control (ACC), Front Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Change Warning (SWW), and the new Rear End Collision Warning (RECW).
The Highlights of the new BMW R 1300 RS
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Dynamic, sporty design.
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Sporty ergonomics and equipment for both dynamic cornering fun and comfortable touring and travel.
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Four model variants: Basic version, Triple Black, Performance and Option 719 Cuyamaca.
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2-cylinder boxer engine with 107 kW (145 hp) at 7 750 rpm and 149 Nm at 6 500 pm.
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A range of seat variants ensures an optimum seat height, while a newly developed luggage system with electrified cases, topcase and a clever tank bag makes the bike ideal for comfortable touring and holiday trips.
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Three riding modes are included as standard, allowing the bike to adapt ideally to any road conditions.
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Riding Modes Pro with the additional modes “Dynamic” and “Dynamic Pro”, along with riding mode pre-selection as optional equipment ex works.
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Engine drag torque control (MSR) as standard.
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Automated shift assistant (ASA) with fully automated clutch operation and manual or automated shifting for an enhanced motorcycling experience as optional equipment.
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Completely newly developed chassis with sheet metal main frame made of steel and aluminium rear frame.
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New upside-down telescopic fork and revised EVO Paralever rear suspension for even greater handling precision.
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New electronic Dynamic Suspension Adjustment (DSA) as optional equipment ex works, with dynamic adjustment of the damping and spring rate, and also load compensation. The world’s first series production motorcycle telescopic fork with adjustable spring rate.
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New wheels more than 1.4 kg lighter.
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High-performance brake system in conjunction with BMW Motorrad ABS Pro for safe braking, even in banking position.
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Standard full LED headlight in sporty, slim design and state-of-the-art LED lighting throughout. Headlight Pro with adaptive turning light as optional equipment ex works.
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Riding Assistant with Active Cruise Control (ACC), Front Collision Warning (FCW), Rear End Collision Warning (RECW) and Lane Change Warning (SWW) for convenient and safe motorcycling as optional equipment.
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For the first time, navigation preparation now features electric locking for maximum operating comfort as optional equipment ex works.
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Extensive range of optional equipment and Original BMW Motorrad Accessories.
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