BMW R 1200 RT - BROCHURE 2006 Brochure page 10

First class on two wheels. The chassis.
Give every road a five-star rating.
With the BMW Motorrad Telelever.
BMW Motorrad boxer engines are paired with an especially light version
of the patented BMW Motorrad Telelever, combining the advantages
of a telescopic fork with swinging arm construction. Out on the road,
not only does the BMW Motorrad Telelever guarantee a particularly
sensitive response, it also offers high longitudinal stiffness and optimum
riding and steering stability, even at top speed. In addition, brake dive
is kept to a minimum, meaning the BMW Motorrad ABS has perfect
conditions in which to perform its work.
The Paralever is located
over the swinging arm for
better ground clearance.
Freedom and control.
The BMW Motorrad Paralever.
The BMW Motorrad Paralever combines the functions of rear wheel
suspension and power transfer. The Paralever brace, which serves to
minimise load change reactions, is situated over the swinging arm for
better ground clearance. The reduced gear rotation speed allows for a
smaller, lighter rear wheel differential. Similarly, the concave rear axle
uses an innovative, lightweight construction and works together with the
weight-optimised swinging arm to significantly reduce unsprung mass,
enabling the chassis to react quicker to jolts. Suspension and damping.
The WAD strut handles damping
and suspension, guaranteeing
a particularly sensitive response
and stability on poorer surfaces.
The BMW Motorrad Paralever combines the
functions of rear wheel suspension and power transfer.
The shaft drive is incorporated into the swinging
arm, a particularly low-maintenance solution.
is handled by a WAD strut (travel-dependent damping). Using this system,
compression damping increases with compression, making for highly sensi-
tive response and stability, even on poor surfaces. The overall performance
of the chassis impresses through its optimum comfort and perfect road grip,
whether you are riding your BMW R 1200 RT alone, or with a passenger and
a full load of luggage.
The entire brake system of the
BMW R 1200 RT is equipped
with steel flex brake lines so that
even under sustained use – for
example, when descending
mountain passes – the pressure
point remains stable.
Power and passion. The shaft drive.
The shaft drive of the R 1200 RT is incorporated into the Paralever system,
its low weight contributing to the motorcycle's sporty response and perform-
ance. Not only does it require very little maintenance, a real plus on longer
tours, it is also extremely durable.
Even under strong shear and longitudinal
force, the BMW Motorrad Telelever
ensures a sensitive suspension response.
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