2004 BMW R Review

Intro

BMW unveiled around 20 different types of motorbikes for the 2004 R lineup. There are enough motorbikes in the 2004 R lineup to satisfy any type of novice or experienced rider. These bikes also come equipped with a full array of digital instrumentation, a speedometer, a tachometer, a trip odometer, a clock, fuel warning gauge and temperature warning light on the dashboard.

The BMW R 850 R has a smallest engine in the 2004 R lineup consisting of naked bikes, sport bikes, sport-touring bikes, touring motorbikes, cruisers and on-off road bikes. The 2004 BMW R 850 R produces about 70 horsepower at 7,000 RPM and 56.8 pound-feet of torque at 5,500 RPM. The top speed for the 2004 850 R is around 116 miles per hour.

The base MSRP for the 2004 BMW R 1150 R is around $10,750. This motorbike produces around 85 horsepower at 6,750 RPM and 71 pound-feet of torque at 5,250 RPM. These motorbikes are around 7.1 feet long, 37 inches wide and have around 5.4 inches of ground clearance. These BMW R motorbikes come equipped with a two-piece seat that is made of vinyl and is designed to accommodate two people. Many of the models feature a passenger seat that is detachable. These bikes also feature foot pegs for both riders and standard grab rails as well.

New For 2004

  • The BMW R 1150 R Edition 80 was a new release for 2004. The BMW R 1100 S PREP was carryover for 2004. The BMW R 1150 GS Adventure was carryover for 2004. Many 2004 BMW R models were carryover for 2004 and some were new launches or received upgrades for the new launch.

2004 BMW R Specs

  • Model: 2004 BMW 850 R, 1100 S, 1100 S PREP, 1100 S PREP w/ ABS, 1100 S Replica, 1100 S Replica w/ ABS, 1150 RS,1150 GS, 1150 R Rockster, 1150 R Rockster w/ ABS, 1150 GS Adventure, 1150 RT, 1150 R Edition 80, 1150 R w/ ABS, 1150 R Night Black, 1200 C Phoenix, 1200 CL Standard, 1200 C Classic, 1200 CL Custom, 1200 C Montauk
  • Engine Type: 848 cc, 1085 cc, 1130 cc, 1170 cc four-stroke two-cylinder flat twin
  • Bore and Stroke: 3.4 x 2.8 inches, 3.9 x 2.8 inches
  • Compression ratio: 10:3:1, 11:3:1, 10:0:1
  • Valve Train: OHC, OHV
  • Induction: Fuel Injected
  • Ignition: n/a, Electric
  • Transmission: 6-speed manual, 5-speed manual
  • Final Drive: Shaft Drive
  • Fuel Capacity: 5.42 gallons and 1.06 reserve gallon, 4.76 gallons and 1.06 reserve gallon, 4.5 gallons and 1 gallon reserve
  • Estimated Fuel Economy: 51.13 mpg, n/a
  • Brakes (Front): Dual Disc,
  • Brakes (Rear): Disc
  • Suspension (Front): Telescopic Fork
  • Suspension (Rear): Single Sided Swing Arm
  • Wheelbase: 58.5 inches, 58.2 inches, 64.6 inches, 65 inches
  • Rake: 28°, n/a
  • Trail: n/a
  • Seat Height: 30.3 inches, 31.5 inches, 29.1 inches
  • Curb Weight: 524.7 pounds, 546 pounds, 541 pounds, 584 pounds, 589 pounds
  • Tires (Front): 120/70-ZR17, 120/70-ZR17, 120/70 ZR17, 150/80 ZR16, 100/90 ZR18
  • Tires (Rear): 170/60-ZR18, 170/60 ZR17, 180/55 ZR17, 170/80 ZR15, 170/80 ZR15

Accessories

  • The 2004 BMW R lineup is available in Piedmont Red Metallic, Titan Silver Metallic and Dark Ferro Metallic / Ferro Metallic.
  • Additional Power Accessory Socket
  • Tank Bag With Black And Silver Trim
  • Tank Bag With Black And Yellow Trim
  • Right Mounting Bracket for BMW System and City Cases
  • Smoke Tinted Sport Windshield Kit
  • Soft Top Case
  • Sport Windshield Kit
  • Touring Windshield Kit
  • Blue Tinted Windshield Kit
  • BMW Navigator
  • BMW Rondel Badge
  • BMW System Alpine White 31lt. Case Right
  • BMW System Black 21lt. City Case Style Lid Right
  • Right Carbon Fiber Bracket Cover
  • Right Carbon Fiber Cylinder Head Cover With Mounting Hardware
  • Right Carbon Fiber Oil Cooler Cover
  • Carbon Fiber Engine Cover
  • Chrome Engine Cover
  • Cylinder Head Guard Kit
  • Heated Hand Grip Set
  • Left Carbon Fiber Bracket Cover
  • Left Carbon Fiber Cylinder Head Cover With Mounting Hardware
  • Left Carbon Fiber Oil Cooler Cover
  • Locking Oil Filler Cap
  • Low Dual Seat 30.7
  • Luggage Rack
  • Male Plug
  • Rear Metalized Seat Cover
  • Reflector Set
  • All-Season Bike Cover
  • Anti-Theft Alarm
  • Anti-Theft Alarm Installation Kit
  • Bike Dust Cover
  • Right Cylinder Head Guard
  • Right Inner Bag With Strap
  • Left Cylinder Head Guard
  • Left Inner Bag With Strap
  • Left Mounting Bracket for BMW System and City Cases
  • Supplemental LED Brake Light
  • Tall Dual Seat 32.3
  • BMW System Black Case - Left (25lt.)
  • BMW System Black Case - Right (31lt.)
  • BMW System Black City Case Left
  • BMW System Case Scuff Pad Set
  • BMW System White City Case Left

Key Competitors For The 2004 BMW R

  • The 2004 Ducati Monster 1000
  • The 2004 Moto Guzzi V11 Coppa Italia
  • The 2004 Suzuki Hayabusa 1300R Limited Edition
  • The 2004 Honda RC51 Base
  • The 2004 Suzuki DR 650SE
  • The 2004 Yamaha XT 225