Friday, September 24, 2010

BMW K1300R



The BMW K1300R is a  naked motorcycle launched at the end of 2008 to replace the K1200R as BMW's flagship urban motorcycle. The K1300R produces a claimed 173 hp (129 kW) at 9,250 rpm from its 1,293 cc Inline-four engine with torque of 140 N·m (100 ft·lbf) at 8,250 rpm.Breaks:- front: 320 mm dual disc,rear: 265 mm single discoptionalABS). Tires:- front: 120/70 ZR 17, rear: 180/55 ZR 17. Fuel capacity:-19L.

The engine was subtlely modified by British company Ricardo plc. It has an exhaust butterfly flap to boost torque and improve exhaust note.

As of June 2010, the K1300R is not offered for sale in the USA.

The K1300R features BMW's optional ESA-II electronic suspension adjustment. The bike also has a conventional indicator switch instead of the usual BMW three button configuration.

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