Data and equipment

The BMW R 1300 RT

The R 1300 RT brings your touring dreams to the streets. With a powerful boxer, visible levity and smart technology, you will have the whole world of touring at your feet. It’s ready to escape to explore the vast unknown with you and knows exactly how to provide you with a top-class experience. Learn about all of the technical equipment of this Tourer here.

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Technical data

Engine

Rated output

145 hp at 7,750 rpm

Emission control

Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter

Type

Air/liquid-cooled four-stroke flat twin engine with double overhead and chain driven camshafts and balance gear wheels

Bore x stroke

106.5 mm x 73 mm

Capacity

1,300 cc

Max. torque

110 lb-ft at 6,500 rpm

Compression ratio

13.3 : 1

Mixture control

Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system with throttle-by-wire

Performance / fuel consumption

Maximum speed

over 120 mph

Fuel type

Super unleaded (max. 15 % Ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI; adaptive fuel quality regulation (91-98 ROZ/RON)

Electrical system

Alternator

650 W

Battery

12 V / 12.5 Ah

Power transmission

Gearbox

Claw-shifted 6-speed gearbox

Drive

Cardan shaft drive

Chassis / brakes

Frame

Two-part frame consisting of main frame, bolted rear frame, and load-bearing engine

Front wheel location / suspension

BMW Motorrad EVO-Telelever, handlebar tilting decoupled via flex element, central shock absorber

Rear wheel location / suspension

BMW Motorrad EVO-Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, continuous swingarm bearing axle, central suspension strut

Suspension travel, front / rear

5.8" / 6.2"

Wheelbase

59.0"

Castor

4.78"

Steering head angle

64.2°

Wheels

Aluminum cast wheels

Rim, front

3.50 x 17"

Rim, rear

6.00 x 17"

Tire, front

120/70 ZR17

Tire, rear

190/55 ZR17

Brake, front

Twin disc brake, diameter 310 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper

Brake, rear

Single disc brake, diameter 285 mm, 2-piston floating caliper

ABS

BMW Motorrad Full Integral ABS Pro (fully integral braking function, lean angle optimized)

Dimensions / weights

Seat height at unladen weight

32.2" / 33.0" (comfort seat low: 30.7" / 31.4"; comfort seat: 32.4" / 33.3"; comfort seat high: 33.0" / 33.8")

Inner leg curve at unladen weight

72.4" / 74.0" (comfort bench seat low: 70.0" / 71.6"; comfort bench seat: 73.2" / 74.8"; comfort bench seat high: 74.4" / 75.9")

Usable tank volume

6.3 gal

Reserve

approx. 1 gal

Length

87.7"

Height

54.2" (above windshield)

Width

38.2" (with mirror)

Dry weight

584 lbs

Permitted total weight

1,124 lbs

Payload (with standard equipment)

504 lbs

Equipment

Standard equipment

Keyless Ride
Dynamic ESA
TPM
Lithium-ion battery
DCC
Grip heating
Smartphone charging tray with card clip
Aluminum tank
Telelever EVO
Complimentary BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Break-In Service*

Optional equipment

Audio Pro
Comfort Passenger package
Variable slipstream deflectors
Dynamic Chassis Adaption
Headlight Pro
Variable luggage system
ASA
Riding Assistant

Optional accessories

Comfort windscreen, high
Footrest system, black, adjustable
Impact guard for touring case
Topcase liner
Case liner
Silver engine protection bar

* BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Break-In Service (“600 Mile Service”) is included with each new 2026 BMW motorcycle. Time and mileage limits apply (maximum 6 months from the In-Service date or maximum 750 miles, whichever comes first). See your authorized BMW Motorrad dealer for complete details and scheduling.

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Your tour. Your rules.

The R 1300 RT has everything you need for the ultimate touring experience. You can decide the level of comfort you want to ride in. Thanks to optional equipment and genuine BMW Motorrad Accessories, you have complete control.