K 1200 LT - BMW Motorrad Suomi

BMW Motorrad
Tour
K 1200 LT
K 1200 LT
The luxury route to freedom.
The Ultimate
Riding Machine
Go west.
From coast to coast.
From the Atlantic to the Pacific – straight across the American continent: unforgettable experiences and a great sense of freedom await you in
the land of limitless possibilities. The latest generation of the luxury touring bike BMW K 1200 LT perfectly fulfils the dream of independent travel.
Its outstanding technology is state-of-the-art, its comfort first-class, and it has everything you need for perfectly relaxed cruising, whether alone
or with a pillion: a powerful 116-bhp (85-kW) engine for dynamic performance; the world’s first electro-hydraulic main stand; the ground lights;
the narrower seat for safe standing and the central locking which also secures all panniers. The only thing you need now is time for enjoyment –
the tour to the west coast is about to start! The first stage of the trip takes us through the winding Blue Ridge Parkway. It instantly fascinates every
motorcyclist; especially on the BMW K 1200 LT, since its easy cornering capability allows it to take any combination of bends with flying colours.
The 4,500-mile westward journey couldn’t have got off to a better start.
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To the best burger in the world.
Throughout North Carolina, an endless ribbon of asphalt stretches ahead to the horizon – no other traffic in sight. A solitary truck may roar past every
hundred miles, but otherwise there’s just the sound of the water-cooled 85 kW (116 bhp) in-line 4-cylinder engine of the BMW K 1200 LT. And of course,
your stomach might rumble after a while. Fortunately a neon sign on the Interstate 40 in Hickory heralds “Bud’s American Café”. Here there is very reliable
remedy for an empty stomach: probably the best hamburger in the world. If you happen to overhear a conversation between truckers on the table next to
you, they will probably be talking about the stunning design of the luxury tourer from Germany standing outside.
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Memphis, Tennessee. Keep on rocking and rolling.
The Elvis Presley Boulevard promises a journey back in time to a magical place – Graceland. It’s certainly worth a visit since the property is still in the
same state as it was in 1977. It’s as if the King had only just left his kingdom, so you might meet him here on any street corner. Back to the present:
on the car park filled with fans and buses, the narrow and low seat proves very helpful when manoeuvring the BMW K 1200 LT since your legs can
always stand securely. With the electrical reversing aid you glide elegantly and effortlessly out of the narrow parking space and then at last emerge with
plenty of swing through the bends which take you out of the town. The show must go on – after all there are still 3,500 miles to go to the west coast.
A legend on asphalt.
No road has been the subject of songs as often as the
legendary Route 66. It goes without saying that every
motorcyclist would like to experience the mother of all
roads at least once in a lifetime. To enable you to fully
enjoy this experience to the full, the BMW K 1200 LT
provides an excellent audio sound system with radio
and CD player. The song “Route 66” by Bobby Troup
has never sounded as authentic than when it pounds
out of the four pairs of speakers. A glance at the Info
Flatscreen in the cockpit is also very satisfying: the trip
counter already indicates five hundred relaxed miles.
This kind of luxurious touring gives every passionate
motorcyclist his own personal kick.
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The most expensive highway in the world.
The famous Million Dollar Highway runs from Ouray to Silverton. This stretch of road was built with the gravel from the old mines and genuinely
does contain a lot of gold dust. But the real wealth is beyond the road itself: here the wonderful landscape stretches away into the distance
with its rainbow-coloured vegetation providing a habitat not only for elks, bears and deer but also hummingbirds. And if a coyote does happen
to cross the path of the BMW K 1200 LT, the standard BMW Motorrad Integral ABS responds absolutely and reliably to any emergency stop.
Big. Bigger. Texas.
Dimensions are quite different in Texas: the prairie is vaster, the steaks are bigger, the cowboy hats are higher and the freight trains on the
Rio Grande Main Line are longer. However, in the duel between railroad and bike, the train driver doesn’t have the slightest chance as the engine
of the BMW K 1200 LT develops its enormous maximum 120 Nm of torque at just 5,250 rpm. So the luxury tourer gets you faster than expected to
Tascosa, a sleepy town on Ranch Road 1061. Now and again the town wakes up for a rodeo. On these occasions, bikers get to see the difference
between a ride on the BMW K 1200 LT and traditional bronco riding: an untamed horse has neither an extremely comfortable suspension – nor do
you sit in the saddle for days in perfect comfort. There really is no more relaxed way to ride off into the sunset than on the BMW K 1200 LT.
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Both director and lead actor – in your very own road movie.
Monument Valley – it was for this amazing panorama that Hollywood invented widescreen cinema. Against the background of legendary westerns and
fierce sandstorms, it’s best to put the electrically adjustable windshield in an optimum position, sit back comfortably in the heatable leather seat and
switch on the cruise control of the BMW K 1200 LT. This way you can sit back and be fascinated by the gigantic natural spectacle and the Elephant’s
Feet. After this show, the journey continues via the Hoover Dam into the gambling city of Las Vegas.
A single lucky streak. From the
Atlantic to Nevada and on.
Las Vegas arises out of the desert sand in surreal fashion, like an alien planet. Millions of flickering lights are
reflected in the shiny chrome. The BMW K 1200 LT
lands gently on the strip – like an UFO, at least this is
the impression created by the ground lights. At the
press of a button, the luxury tourer rises on its electrohydraulic main stand and virtually automatically places
itself firmly and squarely in the lamplight. The central
locking is equally convenient – by remote control.
The luxury tourer is now completely secured, including
all panniers. A moment later the dust of the road
disappears in the whirlpool of a penthouse suite at
the world famous Bellagio.
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Monument Valley. 46° Celsius in the shade – if there was any.
On to the destination of your dreams for three dollars.
To glide across the Golden Gate Bridge once in a lifetime – this great dream is easy to fulfil since the ticket costs no more than two cups from the
coffee-to-go-shop in San Francisco. Now place the hot cup in the cup holder of the BMW K 1200 LT. On the famous Highway Number One you get
a free helping of the spice that goes with your coffee: the salty Pacific air makes the airstream truly envigorating for every biker. Incidentally, after a few
weeks of freedom on the west coast, a visit to Alcatraz is recommended. A couple of hours on the prison island will quickly bring back your hunger for
freedom and luxury. After all, the best is yet to come: the return trip.
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The best way to cross America. From East to West.
01 mile 0003 Half way between the Capitol and the White House,
common: the colour turquoise. 11 mile 2483 The Aztec Ruins National
exotic dishes await you at the Old Post Office. 02 mile 0195 The Luray
Monument has nothing to do with the Aztecs. It contains dwellings of the
caves are famous for the sounds of the stalagmite organ. 03 mile 0454
Anasazi Indians. 12 mile 2628 The almost 23-mile long Rim Rock Drive
At the Laughing Seed Café in Asheville, excellent vegetarian food is avail-
leads directly along the edge of the Canyon of the Colorado National
able – try the Mondo Max Nachos. 04 mile 0733 Fort Nashborough
Monument. 13 mile 2770 At the Four Corners Monument you can be
is a reconstruction of the fortifications built by the early pioneers against
in Arizona, New Mexico, Utah and Colorado simultaneously. 14 mile
Indian attack. 05 mile 0944 The live music show in B. B. King’s Blues
2898 At Marble Canyon a huge steel bridge crosses the Colorado River,
Club is unique even for Memphis. 06 mile 1169 Follow the signs of the
which lies 142 metres below. 15 mile 3092 Lake Mead Lodge offers
historic Route 66, taking care not to lose the Mother Road in Springfield.
a magnificent panorama of Lake Mead, as well as comfortable overnight
07 mile 1352 At the centre of the universe in Tulsa there is an amaz-
accommodation. 16 mile 3283 From Zabriskie Point enjoy a grand view
ingly powerful and rather mysterious echo. 08 mile 1723 Huge buffalo
of the craggy Death Valley landscape. 17 mile 3684 The 17 Mile Drive
herds are still to be found by Lake Meredith near Amarillo. 09 mile 1988
is the most beautiful section of Highway No.1. This is also where the
One of the buildings in Santa Rosa bears genuine traces of the Wild
famous solitary cypress tree stands on a cliff. 18 mile 3822 The Last
West: an original bullet hole made by Billy the Kid. 10 mile 2163 All
Chance Saloon gave author Jack London the inspiration for his world
the exhibits in the Turquoise Museum in Albuquerque have one thing in
famous novels.
Tour
K 1200 LT
Perfection is its strength.
More power and increased output for even more sublime touring. The
crossed at 2800 rpm. At 5250 rpm, the engine delivers an impressive
water-cooled in-line 4-cylinder engine has a capacity of 1172 cc, and a
120 Nm. More than enough to be able to pull away powerfully even
power output of an impressive 116 bhp (85 kW). However, much more
at idling engine speed and to accelerate swiftly – complete with rider,
important for dealing with the variety of riding situations encountered on
pillion and luggage.
long-distance tours is a powerful torque curve. The 100 Nm boundary is
The cross-section model shows the
transversely installed pistons. Excellent
arrangement for shaft drive, since the
drive movement does not have to be
redirected.
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Maximum output:
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Perfect parking at the push of a button.
Even with a full load, the luxury tourer glides effortlessly onto its electrohydraulic main stand. This exclusive feature equally increases convenience
and safety. It enables the bike to be parked in narrow parking spaces and
eliminates any possibility of the bike tipping over as with manual stand
operation.
Move the K 1200 LT at the press of a button.
The electro-hydraulic main stand is activated
at the right-hand side of the handlebars.
An electric pump builds up pressure
in a hydraulic system and extends the
main stand.
Absolutely necessary luxury. The excellent brake system.
A successful track record. With Telelever and Paralever.
The standard BMW Motorrad ABS, in its fully integral version with brake
takes effect on both wheels – whether you use the hand lever or the
Accurate directional stability, first-class handling, impressive comfort and
This also reduces brake dive to a minimum. At the rear, the BMW
booster, enables highly effective deceleration with maximum safety.
pedal. The new pressure modulator ensures that the brake force is
ride stability on bends all come as standard with this chassis. At the front
Motorrad Paralever takes on the function of rear wheel guidance and
Complete locking of the wheels is prevented and the maximum amount
perfectly calibrated for the double-disc brake at the front and the single-
there is the patented BMW Motorrad Telelever – the unique combination
power transmission. Suspension and damping is effected by means of
of brake pressure is automatically transferred so that the wheels remain
disc brake at the rear, depending on load and road conditions.
of telefork and swing arm construction with central strut.
a central WAD (travel-related damping) strut, which increases damping
just short of the locking boundary. The fully integral brake system always
during the compression phase. The adjustable hydraulic pre-tension of
the strut is especially useful. Simply raise the seat, fold out the hand-wheel,
adjust the pretension and the K 1200 LT is prepared for two-person use
or loading of the 120 litres storage space. The 40° lean capacity can
thus be enjoyed to the full.
Double-disc brake at front, diameter
320 mm, 4-piston floating caliper.
The perfectly adjusted automatic regulation
system of the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS
(fully integral) in combination with a pressure
modulator enables maximum deceleration
and excellent gauging capacity.
The BMW Motorrad Paralever combines the
functions of rear wheel guidance and power
transmission. The shaft drive is installed inside
the swing arm for easy maintenance.
The travel-related damping on the suspension
strut optimises ride comfort and stability at higher
speeds. It provides reserves even when the bike
is fully loaded.
The BMW Motorrad Telelever provides a finely
sensitive response and minimises brake dive
even when up against powerful longitudinal and
transverse forces.
The 8 mm castor improves
handling at low speeds and
makes manoeuvring easier.
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Rider Equipment
Tour
K 1200 LT
A really good suit is worn without a tie.
The longer the tour, the more important it is you have the right partner.
The combination of GORE-TEX® XCR® laminate and the TFL® Cool
And for the journey across America, there is no more reliable partner
System with Armacor™ and Cordura® makes the Streetguard 2 suit
than the Atlantis 3 Pro suit. The robust leather, up to 1.4 mm thick, is
a genuine all-rounder. It offers excellent temperature regulation in vir-
permanently waterproof due to hydrophobic treatment and will take
tually all weather conditions – the Cool System prevents the suit from
you through thick and thin. This suit is fitted with CE protectors at the
overheating when exposed to strong sunlight, while the three-layer
shoulders, elbows and knees, a back support, a retrofittable GORE-TEX
GORE-TEX® XCR® laminate is 25% more breathable than conventional
insert and all-round connector zip.
three-layer laminates. It also features removable BMW Motorrad CE
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protectors in the knee, shin, shoulder, elbow/underarm, back and hip
areas, a removable thermal inner in both the jacket and the trousers,
and a detachable storm collar.
System Helmet 5
AirFlow 2 gloves
Pro Touring boots
Atlantis 3 Pro suit
Streetguard 2 suit
Special Equipment
Accessories
Colours
Technical Data
Tour
K 1200 LT
The seat and the leg area have a narrow, ergonomic profile, providing a
comfortable seating position and a safe standing position for smaller riders.
Luxury as standard.
Whichever way you look at it, the K 1200 LT is something special, and
its refined style is emphasised by the numerous chrome parts. The highresolution Info Flatscreen provides a comprehensive range of information,
including total and trip mileage, time, gear display, air and water temperature, ice warning, average fuel consumption, fuel level indicator and radio
information. Heated grips and cruise control are two more standard features that improve the comfort of the riding experience.
The topcase and the two side panniers
provide a total of 120 litres of storage
capacity.
The audio sound system with RDS radio,
CD player in the glove compartment and
4 pairs of speakers can be extended by means
of a 6-CD changer.
The reversing aid makes manoeuvring simpler
and safer.
The headlamp combination in clear glass
technology with separate high beam
increases illumination efficiency by 10%.
The high windshield provides sufficient protection
from airstream and rain even for tall riders.
The luggage rack for the topcase means that additional luggage
can be fastened. An additional brake light is integrated.
The anti-theft warning system reacts to every change of
position with a clearly audible signal and hazard warning lights.
The fuel feed and starter are also automatically cut off.
The water-resistant inner bags for panniers and topcase are
extremely useful. Firstly they help keep order, and secondly
you can unload the panniers in one go and take your entire
luggage with you.
As an additional luxury, the seat and pillion backrest (standard or
soft touch design) are heatable.
A comfortable extra: the height-adjustable chrome footrests*.
This makes the trip more pleasant for the pillion since they
provide an excellent resting position for your feet. The footrests
are also harmoniously integrated into the bike’s overall design.
Unique even when it comes off the factory production line.
Thanks to individualised optional equipment.
Reserved for the most beautiful spots in the world. The accessories.
The BMW K 1200 LT scarcely leaves anything to be desired even with its
An overview of the optional equipment:
Communication on all channels. Two different communication systems
Other accessories – overview:
standard fittings. With the factory-fitted optional equipment, you can fulfil
• Central locking package, anti-theft warning system and ground lights
are available for the BMW K 1200 LT. BC MONO enables communication
• Installation kit for BMW Motorrad Navigator*
your individual dreams of luxury touring. For example, your motorcycle can
• Heatable seat and pillion backrest
between rider and pillion. With BC V.O.I.C.E., a range of other appliances
• Fuel tank bag with map compartment
be supplied with a complete installation kit for the new BMW Motorrad
• Seat in soft touch design
can also be connected via helmet-to-helmet communication. These
• High windshield*
Navigator. With the optional central locking system, panniers topcase and
• Seats in black
include mobile phones, the BMW Motorrad Navigator, the audio sound
• Luggage railing with brake light band for topcase*
storage compartment can all be locked by pressing a single button on the
• Luggage railing with brake light band for topcase
system, external audio appliances, CB and 433 MHz radios.
• Double socket*
remote control. It is included in a package with the anti-theft warning sys-
• 6-CD changer
tem and ground lights. Safety is significantly enhanced by the specially
• High windshield
Accessories for the communication system BC V.O.I.C.E.:
• Chrome brake and clutch levers
developed Xenon headlight.* The spectral composition of its beam is very
• Height adjustable, chrome footrests for pillion passenger
• Connection cable for BMW System and SportIntegral helmets
• Chrome lid of hydraulic liquid container
similar to that of natural light, meaning it puts less strain on the eyes, and
• Preparation for the BMW Motorrad Navigator
• Helmet installation kit for BMW Motorrad System and SportIntegral
as it is twice as powerful as a standard halogen beam, it gives significantly
• Double socket
better and more even illumination of the road ahead, and makes the bike
• Heated grips
• Connection kit for Nokia mobile phones
The combination of BMW Motorrad’s Bluetooth®-enabled WCS-1 com-
a lot more visible. At BMW Motorrad, we believe safety and luxury are two
• Cruise control
• Adaptor cable for 433 MHz radios
munication system with the BMW System 5 helmet ensures clear lines
sides of the same coin.
• Xenon headlight
• CB radio aerial
of communication. Whether you’re conversing with your pillion passenger,
• PTT voice button
getting route instructions from the BMW Motorrad Navigator or talking
• Drink holder
helmets
WCS-1. Wireless communications.
on your mobile, the sound is always loud and clear – even when travelling
at high speeds.
The BMW Motorrad Navigator. This handy device is a route planner,
GPS receiver, compass and trip computer all in one. It features a powerful
satellite receiver, a new processor, and a high-resolution TFT display,
while a built-in Bluetooth® interface means it can be used with the BMW
System 5 helmet and the BMW WCS-1 wireless communication system.
Uniquely among portable navigation devices, it gives synthesised voice
directions, telling you which way to go at junctions.
The ground lights enable you to mount and dismount safely,
and automatically switch off when you pull away.
* Dipped beam only.
* Also available as a factory-fitted option.
Colours
Technical data
Engine
Type
Bore x stroke
Capacity
Rated output
Max. torque
Compression ratio
Carburetion/engine management
Emission control
Storm grey metallic
Seat in grey (also available in black)
Performance/fuel consumption
Maximum speed
Consumption over
100 km at steady 90 km/h
Consumption over
100 km at steady 120 km/h
Fuel type
Electrical system
Generator
Battery
Power transmission
Clutch
Gearbox
Drive
Water-cooled 4-cylinder 4-stroke engine,
two camshafts, four valves per cylinder
70.5 mm x 75 mm
1,171 cc
85 kW (116 bhp) at 8,000 rpm
120 Nm at 5,250 rpm
10.8:1
Electronic intake pipe injection, BMW engine
management: Motronic MA.4 with fuel cut-off
Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter,
compliant with EU3 emission standard
Over 200 km/h
4.3 l
5.7 l
Unleaded premium, minimum octane rating 95 (RON)
840 W three-phase generator
12 V/19 Ah (low-maintenance)
Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated
Constant-mesh 5-speed gearbox (overdrive) and
additional reversing aid
Shaft drive
Chassis/brakes
Frame
Biarritz blue metallic
Seat in grey (also available in black)
Midnight black metallic
Seat in grey (also available in black)
Luxury in a motorcycle is not just about riding comfort or
state-of-the-art technology, it’s also about looking good.
And the three colour options we currently offer for the
BMW K 1200 LT couldn’t look much better. However,
Cast aluminium bridge-type frame,
vibration-decoupled engine mounting
Front wheel location/suspension
BMW Motorrad Telelever, stanchion diameter 35 mm,
central strut
Rear wheel location/suspension
Die-cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with
BMW Motorrad Paralever, central strut with WAD
travel-related damping, spring pre-load with infinitely
variable hydraulic adjustment via handwheel
Travel front/rear
102 mm/130 mm
Wheelbase (unladen as per DIN standard)
1,627 mm
Castor (unladen as per DIN standard)
117 mm
Steering head angle (unladen as per DIN standard) 63°
Wheels
Cast aluminium wheels
Rim, front
3.50 x 17”
Rim, rear
5.00 x 17”
Tyre, front
120/70 ZR 17
Tyre, rear
160/70 ZR 17
Brake, front
EVO brake system with dual disc, floating brake discs,
diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper
Brake, rear
Single disc, floating brake disc, diameter 285 mm,
4-piston fixed caliper
ABS as standard
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (fully integral)
Dimensions/weights
Seat height, unladen
Rider step length, unladen
Empty weight, road ready, fully fuelled*
Dry weight**
Permitted total weight
Payload (with standard equipment)
Usable tank volume
Reserve
Length
Height (not inc. mirrors)
Width (inc. mirrors)
770 mm/800 mm
1,860 mm/1,920 mm
387 kg
353.5 kg
600.0 kg
213 kg
24.0 l
approx. 4.0 l
2,502 mm
1,395 mm (with aerial: 1,915 mm)
1,080 mm
some of the illustrations in this brochure show the motorcycle in two colours that have now been discontinued,
light yellow metallic and dark graphite metallic.
* According to guideline 93/93/EEC including all operating liquids,
fuelled to 90% of useable tank capacity
** Empty weight without operating liquids
BMW Motorrad
Tour
K 1200 LT
The Ultimate
Riding Machine
bmw-motorrad.com
The models illustrated in this brochure show the specifications for Germany. In part, they include optional equipment and accessories not fitted as standard. According to the specific requirements of other markets, alterations in models, standard and optional equipment as described in the text
and illustrations may occur. For detailed information on the range of rider equipment and accessories available in your country, please contact your BMW Motorrad dealer. Subject to change in design and equipment. Subject to error.
© BMW Motorrad, UX-VM-2, Munich, Germany. Reproduction, even in extracts, only with the written permission of BMW AG, Munich. This catalogue is printed in an environmentally compatible manner on paper free of chlorine and acid. Printed in Germany 09/2006.
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