BMW R 1200 R.

BMW Announces the R 1200 R
BMW has released information and technical specifications on the new R 1200 R, which continues a long tradition of the BMW motorcycle line.
Although BMW claims that the R1200R is the first motorcycle in the world with "Automatic Stability Control", or ASC) The R1200R is an evolution of the R1150R and R850R, which had combined sales of almost 60,000 units since 2001. BMW feels that there is market demand for a "roadster" type motorcycle that provides a continuance of the BMW classic design combining "unique character with timeless elegance".
The new Roadster takes up the general trend towards enhanced dynamics without neglecting the strengths of the basic concept, combining a significantly higher standard of agility with excellent all-round touring qualities.
The rear section of the tubular space frame has been specially developed for the R1200R Roadster, helping to give the entire rear end a light and nimble appearance and reducing the overall weight of the machine. Dry weight of the new R1200R all-rounder is a claimed 437 lb., or 198 kg.

The most significant features of the new R 1200 R at a glance:
Air-cooled flat-twin 1,170-cc power unit with balance shaft.
Maximum output up almost 28% over the former model to 80 kW/109 hp at 7,500 rpm.
Maximum torque up almost 17% over the R 1150 R to 115 Nm/85 lb-ft at 6,000 rpm.
BMS-K electronic engine management with dual ignition, anti-knock control, oxygen sensor, and fully controlled three-way catalytic converter.
Light and stable, two-piece tubular steel frame.
Stiff Telelever with sensitive response and a high standard of steering precision.
Excellent handling, supreme directional stability.
EVO Paralever with light drive shaft.
ESA Electronic Suspension Adjustment as an option.
Dry weight 198 kg/437 lb, overall weight with full tank in road trim 223 kg/492lb.
High-performance brake system.
New BMW Motorrad Integral ABS with Automatic Stability Control ASC (both available as an option).
Particularly wide range of accessories.
The rider often taking along various loads and thus subjecting his machine to different weight conditions should be thrilled by the optional ESA Electronic Suspension System enabling the him – or her – to conveniently adjust spring and damper rates electronically at the touch of a button.
with all these features one can be assured this bike will be the best behaved on the grand tour.