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A journey into the future. With the latest in technology and design.
Sports-style touring. Sports-style braking.
The R 1200 ST is equipped with the tried-and-tested BMW Motor-
rad EVO braking system. Both front disc brakes have a diameter
of 320 mm. Steel flex brake lines create a stable, lasting pressure
point in order to cope with the immense deceleration forces.
The brake lining distributor for the two front callipers is elegant and
integrated into the fork brace. The partially integral version of BMW
Motorrad's proven Integral ABS II system is available as an option.
When fitted, braking can be applied to both front and rear wheel
via the hand brake lever, while the footbrake applies pressure only
to the rear. The system's brake booster guarantees a quick build-up
of braking pressure, excellent control and optimum braking perfor-
mance with minimum rider effort.
Shaped to suit the rider.
At BMW Motorrad, the rider is at the centre of everything we do.
And as every rider knows, the wider the seat, especially towards
the front, the harder it is to reach the floor with your feet – whatever
the seat height. That's why the seat of the R 1200 ST has been
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optimised for rider step length: markedly slimmer towards the front,
giving more freedom of movement when riding and making it easier
to reach the floor when at a standstill; while broad at the rear, for
more comfort. Seats can be supplied as standard in either the
810 mm or the 830 mm version.
The ergonomical triangle of footrest, seat and handlebar is so desi-
gned as to guarantee the rider a relaxed, fatigue-free experience
during long and sports-style journeys.
Perfected in a wind tunnel, the windshield has three manually adju-
stable settings, not only offering riders of any size outstanding pro-
tection against wind and rain, but also significantly reducing noise
while riding.
The handlebar grips on the R 1200 ST can be set in three positi-
ons, making it possible to adjust them over a range of 25 mm to
match the rider's preferred seating position and riding style. Add
to this the adjustable seat and the rider has freedom to choose
whether to adopt an active, sporty approach or a more relaxed
B
A
Rider step length. The BMW R 1200 ST incorporates the latest thinking in
ergonomics. Its design takes into account not only seat height (B), but also
rider step length (A), providing maximum control and a perfect seating position.
touring posture. The reach of the brake and clutch levers can also
be adjusted to taste, while the relatively small amount of force nee-
ded to operate the brake, gas and clutch controls makes it easier
to maintain control of the motorcycle and actively contributes to a
safer ride.
Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA).
Up until now, different road surfaces, varying loads and individual
riding styles all made manual suspension adjustment a tricky busi-
ness. Achieving optimum balance in the preloading of springs and
suspension requires a great deal of experience and judgement. But
the BMW R 1200 ST does away with manual suspension tuning,
re- placing it with the Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) sys-
tem*. The settings selected are displayed on the Info Flatscreen.
Load settings.
When the motorcycle is stationary with the engine running, the
rider can adjust suspension preload to the level of load (rider only,
rider with luggage or rider with passenger and luggage) at the
touch of a button.
* Available as an optional extra.
Riding style settings.
ESA makes it possible for riders to adjust the chassis while riding
to suit their own personal riding style and road conditions. At the
touch of a button, riders are able to choose between three settings
(Normal, Comfort and Sport) for front and rear suspension. The
damper settings – rebound at the front, rebound and compression
at the rear – are then adjusted automatically.
Perfect road holding, all the time.
With its easy operation and optimised chassis tuning, ESA makes a
significant contribution to rider safety and comfort. It is exclusive to
BMW Motorrad.
ESA normal setting:
ESA comfort setting:
ESA sport setting:
the standard setting
for sports touring.
for more involving feedback
for everyday riding.
Illustrated: spring
during hard riding.
Illustrated: spring
preload for rider and
Illustrated: spring preload
preload for rider with
luggage.
for rider.
passenger or rider with
passenger and luggage.
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