2001 BMW R 1200 Avantgarde
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2001 BMW R 1200 Avantgarde Specifications

  • Updated: 2023-03-20

General information

ModelBMW R 1200 Avantgarde
Year2001

Engine and transmission

Displacement1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Engine typeTwo cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Power61.0 HP (44.5 kW) @ 5000 RPM
Torque98.0 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.3 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM
Top speed172.0 km/h (106.9 mph)
Bore x stroke101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemAir
Gearbox5-speed
Transmission typeShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front wheel travel144 mm (5.7 inches)
Rear wheel travel100 mm (3.9 inches)
Front tire100/90-ZR18
Rear tire170/80-ZR15
Front brakesDual disc
Diameter305 mm (12.0 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc
Diameter285 mm (11.2 inches)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc256.0 kg (564.4 pounds)
Seat height740 mm (29.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wheelbase1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Fuel capacity17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
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