BMW R 1300 RT Project Manager Harald Spagl in a press note said
With the new BMW R 1300 RT, we’ve taken the touring icon from BMW Motorrrad to a whole new level. It is lighter in design, more accessible and more dynamic than ever before. In addition, with a completely new engine, chassis and aerodynamics, it offers a riding experience that meets the highest demands in this segment in terms of dynamics, comfort and travel capability
The new BMW R 1300 RT Highlights:
- Optimised ergonomics and accessibility for dynamic riding and touring.
- Wind and weather protection concept with integrated side trim.
- High windshield equipment.
- 2-cylinder boxer engine with 107 kW (145 hp) at 7,750 rpm and 149 Nm at 6,500 pm.
- A range of seat variants, newly developed luggage system with electrified cases, topcase and Vario cases newly developed luggage system with electrified cases, topcase and Vario cases.
- 3 riding modes – Standard, Dynamic, and Dynamic Pro allow the bike to adopt any road conditions.
- Engine drag torque control (MSR)
- Automated Shift Assistant (ASA) with fully automated clutch operation
- Completely newly developed chassis with sheet metal main frame
- EVO Telelever with flex element and EVO Paralever rear wheel guide for greater steering precision and ride stability.
- Dynamic ESA electronic suspension.
- New electronic suspension Dynamic Chassis Adaption (DCA) for 2 different riding positions for maximum spread between ride comfort and dynamic handling as well as with dynamic adjustment of damping, spring rate and load equalisation.
- High-performance brake system in conjunction with BMW Motorrad ABS Pro for safe braking when leaning into corners.
- New full LED headlamp – Headlight Pro with adaptive headlight.
- Riding Assistant with Active Cruise Control (ACC).
- Front Collision Warning (FCW), and Rear End Collision Warning (RECW).
- Audio Pro.
- Comfort Passenger Package.
- Original BMW Motorrad Accessories as optional equipments.