29 April 2025

Introducing the New BMW R 1300 RT

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The new BMW R 1300 RT: The touring icon, even more accessible and more dynamic than ever before.

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The new BMW R 1300 RT follows in the footsteps of its highly successful predecessor. It continues to build on the proven qualities of the BMW RT, such as touring capability and riding comfort - alone, as a pair or with plenty of luggage.

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Perfect Ergonomics and Equipment.

The ergonomic triangle formed by handlebars, footrests and seat on the new R 1300 RT have been designed to position the rider noticeably further forward. This results in improved feedback from the front section and even greater controllability during dynamic riding.

Passenger comfort has also been significantly improved - The new cases now offer more space for the passenger’s lower legs without compromising the volume of the cases. The passenger seat has also been lengthened. There is now more space to change your seating position from time to time on longer trips.

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Different Seat Heights & a New Luggage System.

The development of the new R 1300 RT placed particular focus on achieving a seat height of only 780 mm. The inner leg curve is also significantly smaller than on the previous model. In addition to the standard seat, other seats are available as individual items of optional equipment ex works.

The new BMW R 1300 RT is equipped as standard with cases (27 litres each) for touring and holiday trips. Further highlights of the new R 1300 RT are the Vario cases, available ex works for the first time as an optional equipment for a BMW RT. The variable luggage system allows the volume to be adjusted from 27 to 33 litres to suit the width of the motorcycle. Both cases are electrified and can be unlocked using the central locking system. 

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Rugged Boxer Engine and Automated Shift Assistant (ASA).

The boxer engine in the new BMW R 1300 RT has a capacity of exactly 1,300 cc. It has an output of 107 kW (145 hp) and develops a maximum torque of 149 Nm, making it by far the most powerful serial production BMW boxer engine to date. Its maximum engine speed is 9,000 rpm.

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 dynamics of the shifting process.

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Completely Newly Developed Chassis.

The chassis of the new BMW R 1300 RT 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 RT now has an aluminium lattice tube rear frame.

In combination with a drive unit that is now much more compact, the new design of the chassis achieved a significant concentration of mass towards the overall centre of gravity, which is reflected in noticeable handling benefits. At the same time, the new R 1300 RT is even more precise and stable when braking, requires noticeably less effort to ride, and offers an even more satisfyingly precise response of the suspension elements.

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More Convenient and Safer Motorcycling.

The new R 1300 RT is already equipped with Dynamic Cruise Control (DCC) with braking function as standard. The Riding Assistant offers many more functions as an optional extra ex works. It consists of Active Cruise Control (ACC), Front Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Change Warning (SWW) and Rear End Collision Warning (RECW).
 

The Highlights of the new BMW R 1300 RT

Features:
  • Lightweight, dynamic design.

  • Optimised ergonomics and accessibility for dynamic riding and confident touring.

  • Wind and weather protection concept with side trim integrated into the design.

  • High windshield available as optional equipment ex works.

  • Four model variants: Basic variant, Triple Black, Impulse and Option 719 Camargue.

  • 2-cylinder boxer engine with 107 kW (145 hp) at 7,750 rpm and 149 Nm at 6,500 pm.

  • A range of seat variants ensures an optimum seat height, while a newly developed luggage system with electrified cases, topcase and Vario cases makes the bike ideal for comfortable touring and travelling.

  • Three riding modes are included as standard, allowing the bike to adapt ideally to any road conditions.

  • Riding Modes Pro with the additional modes “Dynamic” and “Dynamic Pro”, along with riding mode pre-selection as optional equipment ex works.

  • Engine drag torque control (MSR) as standard.

  • Automated Shift Assistant (ASA) with fully automated clutch operation and manual or automated shifting for an enhanced motorcycling experience as optional equipment.

  • Completely newly developed chassis with sheet metal main frame made of steel and aluminium tube lattice rear frame.

  • EVO Telelever with flex element and EVO Paralever rear wheel guide for even greater steering precision and ride stability.

  • Dynamic ESA electronic suspension as standard.

  • New electronic suspension Dynamic Chassis Adaption (DCA) for two different riding positions for maximum spread between ride comfort and dynamic handling as well as with dynamic adjustment of damping, spring rate and load equalisation as optional equipment ex works.

  • New wheels more than 1.4 kg lighter.

  • High-performance brake system in conjunction with BMW Motorrad ABS Pro for safe braking, even when leaning into corners.

  • New full LED headlamp as standard. Headlight Pro with adaptive headlight as optional equipment ex works.

  • Adaptive Light Modes for Headlight Pro headlamp as optional equipment ex works.

  • 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 ex works.

  • Audio Pro as optional equipment ex works.

  • Comfort Passenger Package as optional equipment ex works.

  • Optional equipment and Original BMW Motorrad Accessories.

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