| 2026 BMW R 1300 RS and RT unveiled
BMW Motorrad has unveiled two new flagship motorcycles- the BMW R 1300 RS and R 1300 RT, both sports tourers with the boxer engine derived from the popular 1300GS.
The boxer engine in these new BMW motorcycles have a capacity of exactly 1300 cc. It has an output of 107 kW (145 hp) at 7750 rpm, and develops a maximum torque of 149 Nm at 6500 rpm, making it by far the most powerful serial production BMW boxer engine to date. Its maximum engine speed is 9000 rpm. The engine specs are identical to the R 1300 R unveiled recently. BMW R 1300 RS:     
The highlights of the new BMW R 1300 RS: - Dynamic, sporty design.
- Sporty ergonomics and equipment for both dynamic cornering fun and comfortable touring and travel.
- Four model variants: Basic version, Triple Black, Performance and Option 719 Cuyamaca.
- 2-cylinder boxer engine with 107 kW (145 hp) at 7 750 rpm and 149 Nm at 6 500 pm.
- A range of seat variants ensures an optimum seat height, while a newly developed luggage system with electrified cases, topcase and a clever tank bag makes the bike ideal for comfortable touring and holiday trips.
- Three riding modes are included as standard, allowing the bike to adapt ideally to any road conditions.
- Riding Modes Pro with the additional modes “Dynamic” and “Dynamic Pro”, along with riding mode pre-selection as optional equipment ex works.
- Engine drag torque control (MSR) as standard.
- Automated shift assistant (ASA) with fully automated clutch operation and manual or automated shifting for an enhanced motorcycling experience as optional equipment.
- Completely newly developed chassis with sheet metal main frame made of steel and aluminium rear frame.
- New upside-down telescopic fork and revised EVO Paralever rear suspension for even greater handling precision.
- New electronic Dynamic Suspension Adjustment (DSA) as optional equipment ex works, with dynamic adjustment of the damping and spring rate, and also load compensation. The world’s first series production motorcycle telescopic fork with adjustable spring rate.
- New wheels more than 1.4 kg lighter.
- High-performance brake system in conjunction with BMW Motorrad ABS Pro for safe braking, even in banking position.
- Standard full LED headlight in sporty, slim design and state-of-the-art LED lighting throughout. Headlight Pro with adaptive turning light as optional equipment ex works.
- Riding Assistant with Active Cruise Control (ACC), Front Collision Warning (FCW), Rear End Collision Warning (RECW) and Lane Change Warning (SWW) for convenient and safe motorcycling as optional equipment.
- For the first time, navigation preparation now features electric locking for maximum operating comfort as optional equipment ex works.
- Extensive range of optional equipment and Original BMW Motorrad Accessories.
BMW R 1300 RT:     
The highlights of the new BMW R 1300 RT: - Lightweight, dynamic design.
- Optimised ergonomics and accessibility for dynamic riding and confident touring.
- Wind and weather protection concept with side trim integrated into the design.
- High windshield available as optional equipment ex works.
- Four model variants: Basic variant, Triple Black, Impulse and Option 719 Camargue.
- 2-cylinder boxer engine with 107 kW (145 hp) at 7,750 rpm and 149 Nm at 6,500 pm.
- A range of seat variants ensures an optimum seat height, while a newly developed luggage system with electrified cases, topcase and Vario cases makes the bike ideal for comfortable touring and travelling.
- Three riding modes are included as standard, allowing the bike to adapt ideally to any road conditions.
- Riding Modes Pro with the additional modes “Dynamic” and “Dynamic Pro”, along with riding mode pre-selection as optional equipment ex works.
- Engine drag torque control (MSR) as standard.
- Automated Shift Assistant (ASA) with fully automated clutch operation and manual or automated shifting for an enhanced motorcycling experience as optional equipment.
- Completely newly developed chassis with sheet metal main frame made of steel and aluminium tube lattice rear frame.
- EVO Telelever with flex element and EVO Paralever rear wheel guide for even greater steering precision and ride stability.
- Dynamic ESA electronic suspension as standard.
- New electronic suspension Dynamic Chassis Adaption (DCA) for two different riding positions for maximum spread between ride comfort and dynamic handling as well as with dynamic adjustment of damping, spring rate and load equalisation as optional equipment ex works.
- New wheels more than 1.4 kg lighter.
- High-performance brake system in conjunction with BMW Motorrad ABS Pro for safe braking, even when leaning into corners.
- New full LED headlamp as standard. Headlight Pro with adaptive headlight as optional equipment ex works.
- Adaptive Light Modes for Headlight Pro headlamp as optional equipment ex works.
- Riding Assistant with Active Cruise Control (ACC), Front Collision Warning (FCW), Rear End Collision Warning (RECW) and Lane Change Warning (SWW) for convenient and safe motorcycling as optional equipment ex works.
- Audio Pro as optional equipment ex works.
- Comfort Passenger Package as optional equipment ex works.
- Optional equipment and Original BMW Motorrad Accessories.
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29th April 2025, 21:37
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