The BMW R 1250 R Roadster motorcycle specifications include a 1,254 cc (76.52 cu in) engine, power of 136 hp (99.3 kW) @ 7,750 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 239 kg (526.9 lb).
Key specifications
How the BMW R 1250 R Roadster compares
This compares the motorcycle with all BMW models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the BMW database average.
About 67% higher than the BMW database average. Around the 87th percentile across BMW models.
About 38% higher than the BMW database average. Around the 91st percentile across BMW models.
About 5% heavier than the BMW database average. Around the 69th percentile across BMW models.
Very close to the BMW database average. Around the 58th percentile across BMW models.
About 5% smaller than the BMW database average. Around the 52nd percentile across BMW models.
BMW database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the BMW specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
136 hp — more powerful than about 87% of BMW models with power data.
1,254 cc — larger displacement than about 91% of BMW models.
239 kg — heavier than about 69% of BMW models, or lighter than about 31%.
818 mm — taller than about 58% of BMW models.
18.2 L — larger than about 52% of BMW fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with BMW average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across BMW models where that dimension is available.
2,165
2,193
Close to average.
880
877
Close to average.
1,300
1,199
8% above average.
1,515
1,497
Close to average.
818
809
Close to average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 120/70-ZR17 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tire pressure | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa) |
| Engine oil | SAE 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity | 4.00 L (4.23 US qt) |
| Estimated theoretical fuel range | 387 km |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.569 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 569.0 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 108.5 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.35:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 2023 |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,254 cc (76.52 cu in) |
| Power | 136 hp (99.3 kW) @ 7,750 rpm |
| Torque | 143.0 Nm (14.6 kgf-m or 105.5 ft.lbs) @ 6,250 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 102.5 x 76 mm (4.0 x 3.0 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 12.5:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
| Engine oil | SAE 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4.00 L (4.23 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
| Clutch | Multiplate clutch in oil bath, slipper clutch |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Steel tube with load-bearing engine, steel tube sub-frame |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 45 mm |
| Rear suspension | Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Paralever; WAD strut (travel-related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable |
| Front wheel travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rake | 27.7° |
| Trail | 126 mm (4.9 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS, 4-piston radial calipers |
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| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS, dual-piston floating caliper |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tire pressure | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa) |
| Wheels | Cast aluminum wheels |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 239 kg (526.9 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 818 mm (32.2 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,165 mm (85.2 inches) |
| Overall width | 880 mm (34.6 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,300 mm (51.2 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,515 mm (59.6 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 18.17 L (4.80 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Reserve fuel capacity | 4.00 L (1.06 US gal) |
| Fuel consumption | 4.70 L/100 km (21.3 km/l or 50.05 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 109.0 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Emission details | Euro 4. Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter. |
Performance
| Top speed | 201.2 km/h (125.0 mph) |
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Electrical and instruments
| Electrical | Three-phase 508 W generator. 12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free battery. |
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| Instruments | TFT-Display with connectivity |
| Lights | LED headlight |
Other specifications
| Color options | Black Storm Metallic, Racing Blue Metallic, Ice Gray |
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| Factory warranty | 3-years or 36,000 miles |
| Brake fluid | DOT 4 |
| Coolant | 2.00 L (0.53 US gal) |
| Price as new | US$ 15595. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Comments | Ride Modes Eco/Rain/Road. Traction Control. Automatic Stability Control. Windscreen |
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