BMW R1150RT (2001 - 2004) review

A good, relaxed ride is guaranteed on this tourer
Forget the latest camshaft-eating four cylinder Beemers and get yourself a run on one of these
Laidback attitude, this is what BMW is very good at.
Bit slow, bit heavy, but who's rushing?

Forget the latest camshaft-eating four cylinder Beemers and get yourself a run on one of these. Not the most powerful but certainly one of the most relaxing to ride, which is really what being a good tourer is all about.

The torquey motor means leisurely gear changes, the neutral chassis makes for confident, easy handling and the fairing is absolutely superb.

Forget the latest camshaft-eating four cylinder Beemers and get yourself a run on one of these. Not the most powerful but certainly one of the most relaxing to ride, which is really what being a good tourer is all about.

The torquey motor means leisurely gear changes, the neutral chassis makes for confident, easy handling and the fairing is absolutely superb.

Length (mm)2230
Width (mm)898
Height (mm)1380
Dryweight (kg)255
Seats0
Seat Height (mm)805
Suspension FrontBMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 35 mm, central strut
Suspension RearDie-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; spring pre-load adjustable to continuously variable levels by means of hydraulic handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
Adjustability RearSpring pre-load adjustable to continuously variable levels by means of hydraulic handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
Wheels Front3.50 x 17
Wheels Rear5.00 x 17
Tyres Front120/70 - ZR 17
Tyres Rear170/60 - ZR 17
Brakes FrontEVO-brake system with dual disc, floating brake di
Brakes RearSingle disc brake, diameter 276 mm, double-piston
Tank Capacity (litres)25
ChassisThree-section composite frame consisting of front and rear section, load bearing engine.
Cubic Capacity (cc)1130
Max Power (bhp)95
Max Power Peak (rpm)7250
Torque (ft/lb)74
Torque Peak (rpm)5500
Bore (mm)101
Stroke (mm)70.5
Valve GearSingle cam
Compression Ratio11.3
Valves Per Cylinder4
CoolingAir/oil cooled
Fuel DeliveryElectronic intake pipe injection
Stroke TypeFour Stroke
DriveShaft