2008 BMW R 1200 ST Specs

motorcycle specs

These are the known mechanical and performance specifications for your 2008 BMW R 1200 ST.

Basic Specs

Year2008
MakeBMW
ModelBMW R 1200 ST
Cost

Engine

Displacement1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Type
DetailsTwo cylinder boxer, two-stroke
Max RPM
Compression12.0:1
Bore/Stroke101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
FuelingInjection. Electronic intake pipe injection/BMS-K digital engine management with overrun fuel cut-off, twin-spark ignition
Ignition
Exhaust
Lubrication
CoolingOil & air

Drivetrain

Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan)
ClutchSingle dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated
Driveline

Performance

Horespower108.62 HP (79.3 kW)
Torque115.00 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs)
Top Speed

Fuel Economy & Polution

Fuel Consumption3.70 litres/100 km (27.0 km/l or 63.57 mpg)
Fuel Capacity16.00 litres (4.23 gallons)
Emissions85.8 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)

Chassis

Frame TypeTwo-section frame consisting of front and rear sections, load-bearing engine-gearbox unit
Rake25.7°
Trail104 mm (4.1 inches)
Front SuspensionBMW Motorrad Telelever
Front Travel110 mm (4.3 inches)
Rear SuspensionCast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Rear Travel140 mm (5.5 inches)
Seat
Seat Height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alt. Seat Height
Total Height
Total Length2,082 mm (82.0 inches)
Total Width
Ground Clearance
Wheelbase1,495 mm (58.9 inches)
Dry Weight182.0 kg (401.2 pounds)
Wet Weight204.0 kg (449.7 pounds)

Wheels & Brakes

Front Tire/Tyre120/70-17
Rear Tire/Tyre180/55-17
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS
Front Brake Diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS
Rear Brake Diameter265 mm (10.4 inches)
Wheels

Comments

It appears you're interested in specifications for the BMW R 1200 ST. This Sport touring model is powered by a Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke engine with 1170.00 ccm (71.39 cubic inches) of actual displacement before 12.0:1 compression. Fueling is metered via Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection/BMS-K digital engine management with overrun fuel cut-off, twin-spark ignition allowing this machine to produce its 108.62 HP (79.3 kW) horsepower and 115.00 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) torque. According to our records engine heat of the BMW R 1200 ST is moderated by Oil & air. You'll need to get familiar with the 6-speed transmission and pay attention to final drive Shaft drive (cardan) maintainence. Our best information shows that the front tire size is 120/70-17 and the rear is 180/55-17 . The entire package is supported by the frame, Two-section frame consisting of front and rear sections, load-bearing engine-gearbox unit. We know you like to go fast or cruise all day, but when you need to stop, you'll be dependant on Double disc. ABS front brakes and Single disc. ABS rear brakes. The BMW R 1200 ST was launched in 2008, and we're happy to know (or assume) you've got one in your garage. To help you keep your ride in tip-top shape, consider purchasing an owner or service manual.