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Motorcycle specifications BMWK 1200 LT 1999 A sofa on wheels

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not content with offering one of the best road bikes on the market with its R 1150 RT, BMW has now gone one better with a model that competes directly with the Goldwing: the K 1200 LT. Based on the engine and chassis architecture of the RS, it differs in several respects (apart from the silhouette, of course): The engine has been reworked to deliver more low-end torque, and the gearbox is a 5-speed. The chassis remains faithful to the Telelever and Paralever. The latter is 8 cm longer, and the two components are joined by a cast aluminum frame. In terms of equipment, it's Byzantium: heated, height-adjustable seat, heated grips and top-case backrest, trip computer, cruise control, 8 HP stereo system, optional 6-CD changer (which cuts out a good part of the right pannier), ABS, adjustable windscreen (2 sizes to choose from), reverse gear.... and I could go on for another dozen minutes.
Thanks to its torque, the Bavarian 4-cylinder has no trouble towing the colossal machine. A little "drier" than Honda's 6-cylinder flathead, this mill is not a show-off, but an efficient one.

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its fuel consumption is more than reasonable and its cruising speed surprising. Aboard this vessel of the road, you'll travel in senatorial comfort: seated in an armchair, enjoying absolute protection, the driver sings his hymn to travel in the most perfect tranquillity. When it comes to dynamics, this big tourer is surprising. It doesn't deviate from the course dictated, and remains unflappable in sweeping curves tackled at sustained speed. Lacking sufficient ground clearance, the footrests rub quickly when optimistically angled. City maneuvers are not as easy as with the RT. The behemoth approaches the half-ton mark with a duo on it. Its elegance, modernism and comfort make it a formidable competitor to the inescapable Goldwing.

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Key facts BMW K 1200 LT (1999) : What you need to know before you buy

Highlights

  • Fairing
  • Protection
  • Comfort
  • Equipment
  • Consumption

Weak points

  • Deforming windshield
  • Ground clearance
  • City

Prices

Basic version
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20,890€

Bikers' reviews

of 17 reviews

Model sold in 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003

Performance

Specifications BMW K 1200 LT 1999

Chassis
Frame : cast aluminium upper structure, load-bearing motor
Fuel capacity : 24 liters (6.34 US gallons)
seat height adjustable between 770 mm and 800 mm
Length : 2,508 mm (98.74 in)
Width : 1,080 mm (42.52 in)
Min height : 1,395 mm (54.92 in)
Wheelbase : 1,637 mm (64.45 in)
Dry weight : 354 kg (780 lb)
Weight when fully loaded : 378 kg (833 lb)
Front axle
Fourche Telelever, Wheel travel : 102 mm (4.02 in)
Braking 2 discs Ø 305 mm (12.01 in), 4-piston caliper
Front tire : 120 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire
Pressure : 2.2 bar
Transmission
5 stage gearbox , with electric reverse
Secondary cardan shaft
Rear axle
Paralever monoshock and monoboom, Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in)
Braking 1 disc Ø 285 mm (11.22 in), 4-piston caliper
Rear tire : 160 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire
Pressure : 2.5 bar
Motor
4 cylinders in-line, lateral , 4 strokes
Injection
Cooling system : liquid
2 ACT
4 valves per cylinder
1,171 cc
98 ch (96.60 hp) to 6,750 rpm
11.70 mkg to 5,500 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio : 3.66 kg/ch
Weight / torque ratio : 30.26 kg/mkg
Compression : 10.8:1
Standard equipment
Brake assist : ABS standard
Practical information
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Compare the K 1200 LT to its competitors

Acceleration

BMW K 1200 LT 1999 : 5.5 s
Honda GL 1500 GOLDWING 1999 Undisclosed

Torque

BMW K 1200 LT 1999 : 11.7 mkg
Honda GL 1500 GOLDWING 1999 : 15.3 mkg

Power

BMW K 1200 LT 1999 : 98 ch (96.60 hp)
Honda GL 1500 GOLDWING 1999 : 100 ch (98.60 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

BMW K 1200 LT 1999 : 3.66 kg/ch
Honda GL 1500 GOLDWING 1999 : 3.77 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

BMW K 1200 LT 1999 : 30.26 kg/mkg
Honda GL 1500 GOLDWING 1999 : 24.31 kg/mkg

Speed

BMW K 1200 LT 1999 : 197 km/h (122.40 mph)
Honda GL 1500 GOLDWING 1999 : approximately 190 km/h (118.10 mph)
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Bikers' reviews Leave a review - 17 reviews

JE MESURE 1.72
French DAKOTA054 Model 2001
Hello
i have been riding for 43 years WITH SEVERAL MOTORCYCLES ? 1300 ROYAL STAR ? 1000 CBR F . 1200 BANDI HARLEY ELECTRA CVO 1800 C² in motorcycle my last and a BMW k 1200 lt YEAR 2003
can you tell me if this is a good bike, and if my height of 1.72 will cause a problem thank you to you cordially Dakota054 Rating : 5/5
probleme de capteur de boite
French popol83 Model 2001
super becane pepere et tres confortable j'ai 55 ans j'ai pratiquement tous essayer mais la c'est super et ma femme adore plus de mains sur le reservoir par contre un soucis recent problème de capteur de rapport engager si quelqu'un peut me toucher un mot je suis preneur je me demerde bien en meca auto Rating : 5/5
Quel carburant pour la BMW K 1200 LT ? Cout des réparations ?
French Model 1999
i'm buying a 1999 1200 lt and i'm thinking about the fuel, some drivers are reluctant to use 95 E 10, which would be the best choice given the age of the bike, thank you

is the cost of repairs that high? why no spare parts? can the fork be raised like a velp? is it slightly telescopic? Rating : 3/5
ET ELLE FIABLE
French Model 1999
I'm going to buy a 1999 1200 LT with 100000kms. Is the weight, the accessories and the bike in general reliable over time?
Thanks Rating : 4/5
French
I bought this bike in 2000; since then 288000 Km. The first years I was riding at 40000 Km/year professionally. Clutch changed at 130,000 km. Otherwise, everything is original! Rating : 5/5
vente
French Model 1999
i've been riding a K12LT for 6 years now and I'm very satisfied with it. Do you have a price for a 1999 KM 90000 machine in perfect condition and B M W maintenance?

merci , R A Y Rating : 5/5
poste cassette
French beber Model 2000
i would like to know if it is possible to change the cassette station for a USB port station or if this 2000 model has a usb port Rating : 5/5
French beber Model 2000
a superb all-round motorcycle, very comfortable to ride, very smooth engine with good throttle response, surprisingly heavy at first, but you get used to it very quickly Rating : 5/5
cherche revue
French michloude Model 2001
for those who read this message I am looking for a technical review of this motorcycle K1200LT year 2001 thank you to contact me if you have one or tell me how you got it
micheloud2@gmail.com Rating : 3/5
hauteur de selle
French Model 1999
i'm 1.60m tall, how do i lower the height of the bmw k120lt, saddle or shock absorber? Rating : 2/5
Je recherche un poste à la place du K7
French K 1200 LT Model 2002
Hello BMIST,
I have a K 1200 LT from 2001
I am looking for a set that could replace the current K7 set while keeping the av/ar controls
Does anyone have a solution
Yours sincerely Rating : 5/5
piece
French Model 1999
je recherche porte paquet sur top case pour ce modele si vs savez ou merci de me contacter sur mon email Rating : 3/5
French papymoto37 Model 2001
What a joy to be on the handlebars. Sure, it's heavy, but it's a superb bike in terms of comfort and handling. I've got 95,000 km on the clock, and I don't intend to part with it because there's nothing to complain about. Rating : 5/5
French K1200LT
not yet ridden i'm still looking for a technical review for my k 1200 lt BMW if you have one between bikers it would be nice if you could lend it to me so i face a copy salutation. Rating : 1/5
French doc K12LT
JE POSSEDE UNE DOC AT DU K12LT CONTACT MOIS POUR VOIR COMMENT L ON PEU FAIRE A bientot R A Y Rating : 5/5
French Clément Model 2003
It's a motorcycle built around the passenger seat, so much so that you'd feel like you were in a car.

Once mastered, it can become very dynamic, as long as you stay above 40 km/h. Below this speed, it becomes heavy and unstable. Below that, it becomes heavy and unstable. Beware of falls at standstill when loaded, as it is very heavy. The side stand is a disaster: if the bike can roll 10cm forward (box clearance), it ends up on the ground.

Otherwise, it's true: every comfort. Perfect wind protection, heated seats and grips, electric bubble, tempomat, radio-CD, full ABS... one more airbag, air conditioning and seatbelt and it's a car. Ideal for long journeys on good roads, you arrive at your destination without tiring. Not recommended for those who like the feel of a motorcycle: no wind, no feel for the road, no subjective acceleration given the torquey nature of the engine, which nonetheless accelerates objectively more than enough. Prefer the later version, which has gained a few horsepower... Rating : 3/5
Besoin d'infos sur un dosseret pilote
French marc Model 2000
hello,
is it possible to fit a pilot backrest to the K 1200 LT?
If so, how much would it cost?
thanks Marc Rating : 3/5
French cs Model 2003
a superb motorcycle that competes with the gold wqing and that the K1600 GTL will never replace !!!!!! Rating : 5/5
French Model 1999
Purchase of a 2003 K1200LT with 60,000 kms. Extraordinary motorcycle, senatorial comfort, unrivalled rider and passenger protection. Excellent handling. This bike is much more efficient than a Goldwing 1800 (which I also owned with the BMW), which is far too expensive in terms of value for money, except for the 6-cylinder foot. The BMW is a motorcycle that I wholeheartedly recommend to those who like to ride far, alone or in a duo. Rating : 5/5
French Model 1999
first outing of the year, got the hang of it very quickly, a few bends and the bike has already lost the extra weight it gained over the winter. bonne route Rating : 5/5
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the K 1200 LT 1999

What is the power of the K 1200 LT 1999?
The K 1200 LT 1999 develops a power of 98 ch (96.60 hp)
What is the torque of the K 1200 LT 1999?
The maximum torque of the K 1200 LT 1999 is 11.70 mkg to 5,500 rpm.
What is the maximum speed of the K 1200 LT 1999?
The K 1200 LT 1999 is capable of reaching a top speed of 197 km/h (122.40 mph) on the track.
What is the weight of the K 1200 LT 1999?
The K 1200 LT 1999 has a a dry weight of 354 kg (780 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 378 kg (833 lb).
QWhat is the seat height of the K 1200 LT 1999?
To ensure good accessibility, the K 1200 LT 1999 offers a minimum seat height of 770 mm (30.31 in). The integrated adjustment allows you to adjust the riding position to suit your needs.
What is the price of the K 1200 LT 1999?
The price of the K 1200 LT 1999 is 20,890€ in France

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