BMW K 1200 LT 2009 vs. BMW R 1200 RT 2017

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

BMW R 1200 RT 2017

BMW R 1200 RT 2017

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Overview - BMW K 1200 LT 2009 vs BMW R 1200 RT 2017

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

BMW R 1200 RT 2017

BMW R 1200 RT 2017

Technical Specifications BMW K 1200 LT 2009 compared to BMW R 1200 RT 2017

BMW K 1200 LT 2009
BMW R 1200 RT 2017

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore70.5 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke75 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power116 HPEngine power125 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque120 NmTorque125 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12.5
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
DisplacementDisplacement1.171 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionStrut

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSingle swing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
Seat HeightSeat Height770 mmSeat Height805 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity24 lFuel Tank Capacity25 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1200 RT 2017

BMW R 1200 RT 2017

It was predictable that the new R 1200 RT would perform even better with the new partially water-cooled boxer engine. Although 125 hp and 125 Newton metres of torque have quite a bit to haul with the 274 kilos ready to ride, the RT retains its unbelievable effervescence from below. This makes it extremely agile, especially on corner exit after a hairpin bend. In combination with the gearshift assistant Pro (which is, of course, available at extra cost), the gears just flow and you involuntarily move more sportily than you might have intended. The big bonus points of the R 1200 RT are its good workmanship, the simple and easy-to-follow operating principle and, last but not least, its small turning circle.

Luxuriously equipped

very well-functioning electronics

efficient windshield

pleasant handling

spacious pannier system.

Very difficult to manoeuvre at 300 kilos

proud price

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW K 1200 LT vs BMW R 1200 RT

Price BMW K 1200 LT

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Price BMW R 1200 RT

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