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K 1200 S 

Face the Power.

BMW Motorrad

Sport

K 1200 S

The Ultimate 

Riding Experience

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Katalog

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2/07

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Summary of Contents for K 1200 S

Page 1: ...K 1200 S Face the Power BMW Motorrad Sport K 1200 S The Ultimate Riding Experience ...

Page 2: ...ortsbike with attitude It s all about being the best This is a machine that s engineered to deliver a riding experience like nothing before Radical in technology performance and design for anyone who considers themself a sports rider this is the ultimate test Are you up for the challenge 003 Satz Katalog S MS BP 2 07 K 1200 S GBE 0 0 3 ...

Page 3: ...rse there s only one choice twist the throttle and let the 167 bhp 123 kW of the BMW K 1200 S s 4 cylinder engine catapult you ahead of the rest Developing 130 Nm of torque and taking you from 0 to 62 mph 100 km h in just 2 8 seconds the only question is whether you can handle the adrenaline rush 005 Satz Katalog S MS BP 2 07 K 1200 S GBE 0 0 5 ...

Page 4: ...ansmission the BMW K 1200 S hits the spot every time effortlessly translating power into precision thanks to its close gear ratios 006 Satz Katalo 2 07 Satz Katalog S MS BP 2 07 K 1200 S GBE 0 0 6 Know where you re going Then go further 007 Satz Katalog S MS BP 2 07 K 1200 S GBE 2 0 7 ...

Page 5: ...nt and the BMW Motorrad Paralever at the rear and thanks to the unique Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA it s highly adaptable as adjust ments to both front and rear suspension damping can be made while the bike is in motion And when at a standstill the spring preload can be set with the engine running Road surfaces and conditions change constantly here is a BMW motorcycle that can adapt just a...

Page 6: ...In t e o t s is s 010 Satz Katalo 2 07 Satz Katalog S MS BP 2 07 K 1200 S GBE 0 0 10 In the eye of the storm is stillness 011 Satz Katalog S MS BP 2 07 K 1200 S GBE 2 0 11 ...

Page 7: ...is tremendous deceleration can be safely controlled even in critical situations And of course shorter braking distances mean you can keep the throttle open for longer In the UK the K 1200 S can be supplied without ABS 012 Satz Katalog S MS BP 2 07 K 1200 S GBE 0 0 12 Satz Katalo 2 07 Be first on the gas and last on the brakes 013 Satz Katalog S MS BP 2 07 K 1200 S GBE 0 0 13 ...

Page 8: ...kfast at Coolidge airfield The winding roads that snake through this barren remote landscape receive their fair share of visitors too most of them travelling into the Valley of Fire beneath the towering ridges of the Superstition Mountains Also worth seeing is the four storey high Casa Grande Ruins National Monument built hundreds of years ago by Hohokam Indians and still an imposing sight as it r...

Page 9: ...of the liquid cooled engine makes the bike more ergonomic so you can lean harder into corners A radical rethink of where to site components such as the water pump helps reduce the size and weight of the engine and eliminates unnecessary cables and hoses The joy of six Close gear ratios and a precise shifting mechanism are essential on any sportsbike and that s just what the 6 speed manual trans mi...

Page 10: ...ng wheelbase possible for smoother high speed cruising but without compromising on agility and cornering performance Its double trailing arm construction separates the suspension and wheel control functions This results in a reduction in unwanted brake dive while allowing the forks to be built with a higher torsional resistance The benefits for the rider are improved steering response more agile h...

Page 11: ...tability Control is a rider aid that makes motorcycling even safer Fitted in conjunction with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS this drive slip control system prevents rear wheelspin In adverse conditions for example on wet or uneven surfaces it signifi cantly improves the stability of the motorcycle and with it the safety of the rider However even ASC can t defy the laws of physics and when it is activat...

Page 12: ...sition of the BMW K 1200 S suits large and small riders alike The ergonomic triangle formed by the footrest seat and handlebar is designed to ensure maximum comfort even when adopt ing a sports riding stance The slim lines of the BMW K 1200 S also allow for an especially narrow knee posture improving rider control and contact with the bike The superior ergonomics of the BMW K 1200 S are just anoth...

Page 13: ...el and black ice warning icons ce e a e s re TPC Tyre Pressure Control TPC uses sensors to continuously monitor tyre pressure and instantly informs the rider of any abnormalities via the display and or a warning light Also available in a retrofittable version from your BMW Motorrad dealer ASC Automatic Stability Control Everything under control Fitted in conjunction with the partially integral ver...

Page 14: ...led road ready 248 kg without ABS 5 5 kg Dry weight unladen without fluids 227 5 kg without ABS 5 5 kg Max permitted weight 450 kg Max load with standard equipment 202 kg without ABS 5 5 kg Usable tank volume 19 l Reserve approx 4 0 l Length 2 182 mm Height 1 221 mm Width 905 mm A sportsbike should look the part The BMW K 1200 S is available in a choice of three striking finishes Colour schemes Th...

Page 15: ...may occur For precise information on the availability of models standard optional and rider equipment and accessories please contact your BMW Motorrad dealer Subject to changes in design and specification Subject to error BMW Motorrad UX VM 2 Munich Germany Not to be reproduced wholly or in part without the written permission of BMW AG Munich This brochure was printed on 100 chlorine free bleached...

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