presentation of the R 1150 R Rockster 2005
A BMW roadster that would stand up to a comparo against a Triumph Speed Triple or a Kawasaki Z 1000 or a Ducati monster... improbable?!? Not so sure. Without coming close to such strong identities, BM is trying to reach a new clientele with its R 1150 R roadster by transforming it into a machine with a more villainous look. Fun colors bordering on manga, black paint in profusion on the chassis components, bulging double headlights... it's shocking, but it's fun. To make the bike even more agile, the big BM roadster has swapped its front axle for that of the sporty R 1100 S, now controlled by a wide Supermotard-style handlebar.

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Key facts BMW R 1150 R Rockster (2005) : What you need to know before you buy
Highlights
- Chassis
- Powerful brakes
- Esprit roadster
Weak points
- Engine a little tight
- Look
Prices
| Basic version | |
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12,100€
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Performance
- Max speed : 205 km/h (127.40 mph)
- 0-100 km/h acceleration : 3.90 s
- Average fuel consumption : 7 liters/100km (0.34 mpg)
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Estimated range
: 291 km (181 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.
Specifications BMW R 1150 R Rockster 2005
- Chassis
- Frame : cast aluminium front frame, steel rear frame
- Fuel capacity : 20.40 liters (5.39 US gallons)
- Seat height : 800 mm (31.50 in)
- Length : 2,170 mm (85.43 in)
- Width : 940 mm (37.01 in)
- Min height : 1,220 mm (48.03 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,487 mm (58.54 in)
- Dry weight : 219 kg (483 lb)
- Weight when fully loaded : 238 kg (525 lb)
- Front axle
- fourche Telelever, Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in)
- Braking 2 discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), 4-piston caliper
- Front tire : 120 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.2 bar
- Transmission
- 6 stage gearbox
- Secondary cardan shaft
- Rear axle
- Paralever monoshock and monoboom, Wheel travel : 135 mm (5.31 in)
- Braking 1 disc Ø 276 mm (10.87 in), 2-piston caliper
- Rear tire : 170 / 60 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.5 bar
- Motor
- two-cylinder flat , 4 strokes
- Injection
- Cooling system : combined air / oil
- 1 ACT per cylinder
- 4 valves per cylinder
- 1,130 cc
- 85 ch (83.80 hp) to 6,750 rpm
- 9.80 mkg to 5,250 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : 2.61 kg/ch
- Weight / torque ratio : 22.35 kg/mkg
- Compression : 10.3:1
- Standard equipment
- Brake assist : ABS optional
- Practical information
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the R 1150 R Rockster 2005
- What is the power of the R 1150 R Rockster 2005?
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The R 1150 R Rockster 2005 develops a power of 85 ch (83.80 hp)
- What is the torque of the R 1150 R Rockster 2005?
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The maximum torque of the R 1150 R Rockster 2005 is 9.80 mkg to 5,250 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the R 1150 R Rockster 2005?
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The R 1150 R Rockster 2005 is capable of reaching a top speed of 205 km/h (127.40 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the R 1150 R Rockster 2005?
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The R 1150 R Rockster 2005 has a a dry weight of 219 kg (483 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 238 kg (525 lb).
- What is the fuel consumption of the R 1150 R Rockster 2005?
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Average fuel consumption is estimated at 7 l/100km (0.34 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
- QWhat is the seat height of the R 1150 R Rockster 2005?
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To ensure good accessibility, the R 1150 R Rockster 2005 offers a minimum seat height of 800 mm (31.50 in).
- What is the price of the R 1150 R Rockster 2005?
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The price of the R 1150 R Rockster 2005 is 12,100€ in France
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