BMW R 1300 R 2026 vs. BMW K 1200 R 2009

BMW R 1300 R 2026

BMW K 1200 R 2009

Technical Specifications BMW R 1300 R 2026 compared to BMW K 1200 R 2009

BMW R 1300 R 2026

BMW K 1200 R 2009

BMW R 1300 R 2026

BMW K 1200 R 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	106.5 mm	Bore	79 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	59 mm
Engine power	Engine power	145 HP	Engine power	163 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	149 Nm	Torque	127 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.3	Compression Ratio	13
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Displacement	Displacement	1,300 ccm	Displacement	1.157 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Strut

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Paralever	Suspension	Single swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Modern electronics	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Suspension electronically adjustable

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1300 R 2026

The BMW R 1300 R is a bike that is defined less by bare numbers than by the feeling it conveys. With 145 Horsepower, 149 Newton meters and 239 kg, it has strong data, but its true strength lies in the overall package: a superior engine, stable riding performance and a mature, relaxed character. It is not an aggressive sports machine, but a roadster for riders who appreciate torque, comfort and presence - and that is precisely where its appeal lies.

Very characterful boxer engine (149 Newton metres of torque)

Confident, stable riding performance

High level of comfort with 810 Millimeter seat height

Versatile transmission with ASA option

High-quality technology and features

High weight (239 kg wet weight) noticeable

More difficult to manoeuvre due to boxer design

Less agile than pure sport naked bikes

BMW K 1200 R 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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