| Engine | BMW R1200RT | BMW R 1250RT |
|---|---|---|
| Engine code | 122EN | |
| Displacement | 1170 cc | 1254 cc |
| Max power | 123 hp (@7 750 RPM) | 134 hp (@7 750 RPM) |
| Max torque | 92 lb ft (@6 500 RPM) | 105 lb ft (@6 250 RPM) |
| Redline | 9 000 RPM | |
| Idling speed | 1 150 RPM | |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | DOHC Flat-2 | DOHC Flat-2 |
| Compression | 12.50:1 | 12.50:1 |
| Oil type | 5W40 | |
| Spark plug type | NGK LMAR8D-J | |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 8 | 4 |
| Bore | 101.0 mm | 102.5 mm |
| Stroke | 73.0 mm | 76.0 mm |
| Weight to power | 4.91 lbs/hp | 4.59 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 509 hp/2500lbs | 544 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | 12V 16Ah |
| Gearbox | BMW R1200RT | BMW R 1250RT |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Wet | Slipper |
| Drive | Shaft | Shaft |
| Chain type | ||
| Gears count | 6 | 6 |
| Primary ratio | 1.65 | 1.65 |
| Final drive | 2.75 | 1.061 |
| 1. gear | 2.438 (60 mph) | 2.438 |
| 2. gear | 1.714 (85 mph) | 1.714 |
| 3. gear | 1.296 (113 mph) | 1.296 |
| 4. gear | 1.059 (138 mph) | 1.059 |
| 5. gear | 0.943 (155 mph) | 0.943 |
| 6. gear | 0.848 (173 mph) | 0.848 |
| Chasis | BMW R1200RT | BMW R 1250RT |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Steel | |
| Front susp. | BMW Telelever, 120mm wheel travel | 37 mm Telelever, 4.72 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Single swinging arm BMW Paralever, 135mm wheel travel | Paralever, 5.35 in travel |