Motorcycle specifications BMWK 1200 RS 2004 An imposing sport-GT

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a good fat middle-class lady who loves sport. A rather simplistic way of describing the K 1200 RS. The machine, with its classy appearance, cultivates value, presence... and stoutness. The design skilfully blends sportiness and elegance, especially at the rear end, which is particularly slender. The front end is more massive, beefier and heavier, and houses generous attributes. A big 4-cylinder engine bursting with torque and voluptuousness, that doesn't vibrate and knows how to develop its power with nobility. Superbly powerful, it unfortunately boasts only 98 hp in France (instead of 130 in full) to tow nearly 300 kgs.

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However, you can count on its generous breath of air and its ability to carry the beast along at a good pace. The chassis, with its aluminum frame and particularly effective Telelever and Paralever suspensions, is more than up to the task. For if the bike is a queen for riding far and fast, taking it to a sporty pace requires a firm grip. The machine is heavy, physical and hard to balance in sequences. The positioning of the K 1200 RS may seem rather ambiguous - too heavy for a sports bike, limited range and too sporty a riding position for a tourer - but its road-holding qualities, high level of finish and big muscle make it a top-ranking motorcycle. Since 2003, touring enthusiasts have also been able to count on its K 1200 GT sibling - the same but with suitcases, more protection and greater comfort.

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Published on 10/12/20
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Key facts BMW K 1200 RS (2004) : What you need to know before you buy

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Engine
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Powerful braking...

Weak points

... but tricky to dose
Driving position
Autonomies
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Prices

	Basic version
France	15,890€

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Performance

Max speed : approximately 230 km/h (142.90 mph)
0-100 km/h acceleration : 4.90 s
Average fuel consumption : 7.40 liters/100km (0.32 mpg)
Estimated range : 277 km (172 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.

Specifications BMW K 1200 RS 2004

Chassis: Frame : double aluminum beam; Fuel capacity : 20.50 liters (5.42 US gallons); seat height adjustable between 770 mm and 800 mm; Length : 2,250 mm (88.58 in); Width : 850 mm (33.46 in); Min height : 1,200 mm (47.24 in); Wheelbase : 1,555 mm (61.22 in); Dry weight : 266 kg (586 lb); Weight when fully loaded : 285 kg (628 lb)

Front axle: Fourche Telelever, Wheel travel : 115 mm (4.53 in); Braking 2 discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), 4-piston caliper; Front tire : 120 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire; Pressure : 2.5 bar

Transmission: 6 stage gearbox; Secondary cardan shaft

Rear axle: Paralever monoshock and monoboom, Wheel travel : 150 mm (5.91 in); Braking 1 disc Ø 285 mm (11.22 in), 2-piston caliper; Rear tire : 180 / 55 - 17 → Order this type of tire; Pressure : 2.9 bar

Motor: 4 cylinders online , 4 strokes; Injection; Cooling system : liquid; 2 ACT; 4 valves per cylinder; 1,171 cc; 130 ch (128.20 hp) to 8,750 rpm; 11.90 mkg to 6,750 rpm; Power-to-weight ratio : 2.07 kg/ch; Weight / torque ratio : 22.35 kg/mkg; Compression : 11.5 : 1

Standard equipment: Brake assist : ABS Integral Sport

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Competitors

Suzuki 1300 GSX-R Hayabusa 2004

Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird 2004

Kawasaki 1200 ZZR 2004

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2004

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Acceleration

BMW K 1200 RS 2004 : 4.9 s

Suzuki 1300 GSX-R Hayabusa 2004 : 3 s

Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird 2004 : 2.9 s

Kawasaki 1200 ZZR 2004 Undisclosed

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2004 Undisclosed

Fuel consumption

BMW K 1200 RS 2004 : 7.40 liters/100km (0.32 mpg)

Suzuki 1300 GSX-R Hayabusa 2004 Undisclosed

Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird 2004 : 8.50 liters/100km (0.28 mpg)

Kawasaki 1200 ZZR 2004 Undisclosed

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2004 : 7.60 liters/100km (0.31 mpg)

Range

BMW K 1200 RS 2004 : 277 km (172 miles)

Suzuki 1300 GSX-R Hayabusa 2004 Undisclosed

Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird 2004 : 282 km (175 miles)

Kawasaki 1200 ZZR 2004 Undisclosed

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2004 : 257 km (160 miles)

Torque

BMW K 1200 RS 2004 : 11.9 mkg

Suzuki 1300 GSX-R Hayabusa 2004 : 14.1 mkg

Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird 2004 : 12.4 mkg

Kawasaki 1200 ZZR 2004 : 12 mkg

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2004 : 10 mkg

Power

BMW K 1200 RS 2004 : 130 ch (128.20 hp)

Suzuki 1300 GSX-R Hayabusa 2004 : 175 ch (172.60 hp)

Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird 2004 : 164 ch (161.70 hp)

Kawasaki 1200 ZZR 2004 : 152 ch (149.90 hp)

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2004 : 120 ch (118.30 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

BMW K 1200 RS 2004 : 2.07 kg/ch

Suzuki 1300 GSX-R Hayabusa 2004 : 1.26 kg/ch

Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird 2004 : 1.38 kg/ch

Kawasaki 1200 ZZR 2004 : 1.57 kg/ch

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2004 : 1.75 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

BMW K 1200 RS 2004 : 22.35 kg/mkg

Suzuki 1300 GSX-R Hayabusa 2004 : 15.39 kg/mkg

Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird 2004 : 17.98 kg/mkg

Kawasaki 1200 ZZR 2004 : 19.67 kg/mkg

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2004 : 20.7 kg/mkg

Speed

BMW K 1200 RS 2004 : approximately 230 km/h (142.90 mph)

Suzuki 1300 GSX-R Hayabusa 2004 : 317 km/h (197 mph)

Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird 2004 : approximately 300 km/h (186.40 mph)

Kawasaki 1200 ZZR 2004 : over 280 km/h (174 mph)

Triumph 955 SPRINT ST 2004 : 241 km/h (149.80 mph)

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Bikers' reviews Leave a review - 14 reviews

BMW k 1200 RS 1998

Tapiaktm Model 2001

The most precise and well-tuned engine, a fantastic bike for which I can only reproach the position of the half handlebars, easily soluble with a few extras (turrets), it's without a doubt: The bike. 11/05/2025 19:35 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Tapiaktm

BMW K Model 2002

I've owned over 50 motorcycles in my life. Without a doubt, this was the best, the most complete and the one I enjoyed the most. The only downside is that I've set it several times to 270km/h. I see it says 230 here? I see here it says 230? 03/07/2025 19:45 Rating : 5/5 Respond to BMW K

xa Model 2005

Another bike I was lucky enough to own. Impressive, masterful, rigorous, "a block" are the adjectives that come to mind when recalling it. Mine was a full 130hp. For the record, it was the first motorcycle in France since the 1985 law that could be unbridled for next to nothing by cutting a shunt and removing the throttle valves on the intake pipes. It was this little-known and forgotten bike that opened the breach, and after it, everything that made more than 100hp in the world also made more than 100hp in France, well.... not officially but well ;-)
Anyway, my memories of this bike? Marseille to Quiberon in exactly 8 hours (1200km), with the lady and her suitcases - the lady, I might add, peacefully asleep in the back. It was THE bike for this kind of feat. I didn't give it 5 stars because it was tiring in the twisties (not the lady, the bike!), but still, what an achievement and what an engine! Far, far superior to its successor, the K1200S, which I also owned and which was a real M**** 03/21/2020 18:58 Rating : 4/5 Respond to xa

Serge Model 2001

Excellent machine my 2nd BMW I'm 80 and I still enjoy it as much, but is getting heavy. But what a foot!!! 02/25/2020 17:42 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Serge

RV Model 2005

very pleasant bike, big torque if you want to enjoy yourself and for a smooth ride with your wife! tiring riding position for long distances (neck problems) otherwise a real pleasure! 01/08/2020 08:21 Rating : 4/5 Respond to RV

Nino Model 2001

Very good performing machine and above all an excellent tourer but there is always a but
L\'ABS !!!!!!!!!!!
I'm looking for a video in French to be able to bleed the entire hydraulic system
Merci de me tenir au courant !!! 06/27/2017 11:32 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Nino

problème alarme

JAKO Model 2001

i can't start the alarm anymore?????is there a solution? 09/09/2016 13:32 Rating : 5/5 Respond to JAKO

plume 74 Model 2005

my 2nd K12 with a 1 year interlude on R1200 GS for me it's the best bike (long road, mountains even in hard riding) and what a face 11/18/2007 18:55 Rating : 5/5 Respond to plume 74

TMI Model 2005

Heavy bike, but guaranteed fun
Braking;comfort;safety ect........ no rival in my opinion!!!
08/11/2006 11:48 Rating : 5/5 Respond to TMI

pascal89 Model 2005

very good bike position a little tiring very well finished 01/25/2006 11:26 Rating : 5/5 Respond to pascal89

l'ours Model 2005

A little-known superbike. 40,000 km over 2 years. 75 km every day solo from April to November and more on the W.E. as a duo. 2 to 3000km as a duo over a 15-day summer vacation. Yes, it's heavy when stationary and at low speeds. It takes some experience, of course
I'm ready, along with a friend and enthusiast (65,000 km in 3 years), to add to this opinion on request. 01/23/2006 23:19 Rating : 5/5 Respond to l'ours

zappy Model 2005

fragile rims not covered by bmw warranty 08/18/2005 11:05 Rating : 5/5 Respond to zappy

blu Model 2005

i've been riding this bike for 7 months now, and there's not much to complain about, except that the heat from the engine and exhaust system heats up my feet all the way down to my shins, and even when I'm riding at a moderate pace, the heat is always there. 06/21/2005 10:44 Rating : 5/5 Respond to blu

val88 Model 2005

this bike looks responsive but above all it has style and allure. too bad I'm not old enough (12) 12/25/2004 14:33 Rating : 5/5 Respond to val88

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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the K 1200 RS 2004

What is the power of the K 1200 RS 2004?: The K 1200 RS 2004 develops a power of 130 ch (128.20 hp)
What is the torque of the K 1200 RS 2004?: The maximum torque of the K 1200 RS 2004 is 11.90 mkg to 6,750 rpm.
What is the maximum speed of the K 1200 RS 2004?: The K 1200 RS 2004 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 230 km/h (142.90 mph) on the track.
What is the weight of the K 1200 RS 2004?: The K 1200 RS 2004 has a a dry weight of 266 kg (586 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 285 kg (628 lb).
What is the fuel consumption of the K 1200 RS 2004?: Average fuel consumption is estimated at 7.40 l/100km (0.32 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
QWhat is the seat height of the K 1200 RS 2004?: To ensure good accessibility, the K 1200 RS 2004 offers a minimum seat height of 770 mm (30.31 in). The integrated adjustment allows you to adjust the riding position to suit your needs.
What is the price of the K 1200 RS 2004?: The price of the K 1200 RS 2004 is 15,890€ in France

Motorcycle specifications BMWK 1200 RS 2004 An imposing sport-GT

presentation of the K 1200 RS 2004

Key facts BMW K 1200 RS (2004) : What you need to know before you buy

Highlights

Weak points

Prices

Bikers' reviews

Model sold in 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005

Replace K 1200 RS 2003

Performance

Specifications BMW K 1200 RS 2004

Gallery

Models

Used

Competitors

Compare the K 1200 RS to its competitors

Acceleration

Fuel consumption

Range

Torque

Power

Power-to-Weight ratio

Torque-to-Weight ratio

Speed

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