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Hindustan Times
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
BMW R 1300 RT and R 1300 RS unveiled
BMW R 1300 RS has a top speed of 240 kmph. BMW Motorrad has unveiled the R 1300 RT and the R 1300 RS in the global market. The R 1300 RS is a sports tourer, whereas the R 1300 RT is a luxury touring motorcycle. The R 1300 RS will replace the R 1250 RS, whereas the R 1300 RT will take place of the R 1250 RT in the lineup. Apart from these two new motorcycles, the lineup of the 1,300 cc motorcycles consists of R 1300 R, R 1300 GS and R 1300 GS Adventure. As of now, BMW Motorrad has not revealed a India launch timeline for both motorcycles. So, we will have to wait for the official announcement. BMW R 1300 RT and R 1300 RS: Specs As expected, the R 1300 RT and the R 1300 RS uses a new 1300 cc, boxer-twin engine from the BMW R 1300 GS. The motor will produce 145 bhp at 7,750 rpm and a peak torque of 149 Nm at 6,500 rpm. The gearbox on duty will be a 6-speed unit that will transfer the power using a shaft drive. BMW R 1300 RT has a top speed of over 200 kmph. Also Read : BMW G 310 R & G 310 GS discontinued in India BMW R 1300 RT and R 1300 RS: Top speed BMW R 1300 RS has a top speed of 240 kmph whereas the R 1300 RT can hit over 200 kmph. Also Read : BMW R 12 GS unveiled globally. Check details BMW R 1300 RT and R 1300 RS: Hardware A few of the components will be shared between both motorcycles. Up-front, there is BMW's Motorrad EVO-Telelever suspension, whereas at the rear Motorrad EVO-Paralever with a cast aluminium single-sided suspension setup might be the same for both motorcycles, but the suspension travel is different. The wheel and tyre sizes are the same at 120/70 ZR17 in the front and 190/55 ZR17 at the rear. Braking duties are performed by twin 310 mm discs in the front with 4-piston calipers, whereas at the rear, there is a single 285 mm disc along with 2-piston calipers at the rear. There is BMW Motorrad Full Integral ABS Pro on offer as well. Check out Upcoming Bikes In India. First Published Date: 30 Apr 2025, 16:28 PM IST
Hindustan Times
29-04-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
BMW R 1300 RS teased ahead of launch
BMW R 1300 RS will first go on sale in the global market. As of now, India launch is unclear. BMW R 1300 RS will share its engine with other 1,300 cc motorcycles that the brand is selling. BMW Motorrad has teased yet another motorcycle that will soon be added to their lineup. It is called R 1300 RS and it will be unveiled on 29 April. The R 1300 RS will be a sports tourer and will replace the R 1250 RS. So, it is expected to look sportier and provide more performance. This is the fourth offering from BMW based on the 1300 cc engine that also powers the R 1300 R, R 1300 GS and R 1300 GS Adventure. BMW R 1300 RS specifications BMW Motorrad will use the same 1,300 cc engine for the R 1300 RS which is doing duty on other 1,300 cc motorcycles. It will produce around 145 bhp and 149 Nm. The gearbox on duty will be a 6-speed unit that will get a bi-directional quickshifter. There could also be an Automated Shift Assist system on offer. As of now, we do not know when BMW Motorrad will launch the R 1300 RS in the Indian market. Check out Upcoming Bikes In India. First Published Date: 29 Apr 2025, 13:13 PM IST TAGS: BMW Motorrad R 1300 RS NEXT ARTICLE BEGINS
