The BMW R 1200 ST motorcycle specifications include a 1,170 cc (71.39 cu in) engine, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 229 kg (504.9 lb).
Key specifications
The 2005 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
How the BMW R 1200 ST 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 29% higher than the BMW database average. Around the 87th percentile across BMW models.
Very close to the BMW database average. Around the 57th percentile across BMW models.
Very close to the BMW database average. Around the 54th percentile across BMW models.
About 9% larger than the BMW database average. Around the 66th percentile across BMW models.
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.
890
877
Close to average.
1,502
1,497
Close to average.
810
809
Close to average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 120/70-ZR 17 |
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| Rear tire size | 180/55-ZR 17 |
| Estimated theoretical fuel range | 538 km |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.38:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Category | Sport touring |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
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| Displacement | 1,170 cc (71.39 cu in) |
| Torque | 115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) @ 6,000 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 101.0 x 73 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 12.0:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Oil & air |
| Fuel system | Injection. BMS-K |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
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| Final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
| Clutch | dry |
Chassis and suspension
| Front suspension | Telelever |
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| Rear suspension | Paralever |
| Front wheel travel | 110 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. 4 piston optional ABS |
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| Front tire | 120/70-ZR 17 |
| Rear tire | 180/55-ZR 17 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 229 kg (504.9 lb) |
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| Dry weight | 205 kg (451.9 lb) |
| Seat height | 810 mm (31.9 inches) |
| Alternate seat height | 830 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
| Overall length | 2,165 mm (85.2 inches) |
| Overall width | 890 mm (35.0 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,502 mm (59.1 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 21.00 L (5.55 US gal) |
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| Reserve fuel capacity | 4.00 L (1.06 US gal) |
| Fuel consumption | 3.90 L/100 km (25.6 km/l or 60.31 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 90.5 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
Performance
| Top speed | 233.4 km/h (145.0 mph) |
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| Power/weight ratio | 0.5366 hp/kg |
Other specifications
| Exhaust system | stainless 3 cat single muffler |
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| Price as new | US$ 14990. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from BMW models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official BMW information before relying on them. Visit the official BMW website.