2005 BMW R Review

Intro

The BMW R series for 2005 features nine different models of sport motorcycles, standard bikes, dual sport bikes and sport-touring motorcycles. The MSRP for the 2005 BMW R series motorcycles ranges from $11,000 to $17,500. The 2005 BMW 1150 R, R Rockster, and GS Adventure all have engines that produce around 85 horsepower (hp) at 6,750 RPM and 71 pound-feet (lb-ft) of torque at 5,250 RPM.

The BMW R1100 S and S Replika produce around 98 hp at 7,500 RPM and 70 lb-ft of torque at 5,750 RPM. The 2005 R 1200 GS dual sport engine produces around 100 hp at 7,000 RPM and 85 lb-ft of torque at 5,500 RPM. The R 1200 ST and the R 1200 RT engines produce around 110 hp at 7,500 RPM and 85 lb-ft of torque at 6,000 RPM. The 2005 BMW R 1150 R motorbike is around 7.1 feet long, 37 inches in width, and has about 5.4 inches of ground clearance.

The frames of these motorcycles are made of aluminum and steel, and the wheels are made of aluminum. These motorcycles feature a two-piece seat made of vinyl that is meant to sit two people. The passenger seat is detachable, and a grab rail is a standard feature as well. These motorcycles also come equipped with foot pegs for the driver and passenger.

The center dash of these motorcycles come equipped with standard digital instrumentation, a clock, a tachometer, a speedometer, a trip odometer, and a light for fuel level warnings. These motorcycles also come equipped with a power outlet, adjustable levers, and halogen headlights. These motorcycles have under-seat storage and a rear rack, too.

New For 2005

  • Most of models of the BMW R motorcycles were carryover for 2005. The BMW R 1200 RT, R1200 GS and R 1200 ST were new for 2005.
  • New three-tone paint scheme
  • New wheels for 2005
  • New boxer engine with 15 percent more power and 10 percent less weight
  • New optimized lightweight Paralever and Telelver suspension systems
  • New windshield design
  • New digital instrument cluster
  • New center and side stands
  • New balance shaft

2005 BMW R Specs

  • 2005 BMW R 1100 S, 1100 S Replika, 1150 R, 1150 R Rockster, 1150 RT, 1150 GS Adventure, 1200 ST, 1200 GS, 1200 RT
  • Engine Type: 1085 cc, 1130 cc, 1170 cc four-stroke two-cylinder flat twin
  • Bore and Stroke: 3.9 x 2.78 inches. 3.98 x 2.78 inches, 4.021 x 2.92 inches
  • Compression ratio: 11:3:1, 10:3:1, 12:0:1, 11:0:1
  • Valve Train: OHV
  • Induction: Fuel Injected
  • Ignition: Electric
  • Transmission: six-speed manual
  • Final Drive: Shaft
  • Fuel Capacity: 4.7 gallons and one reserve gallon, 5.4 gallons and one reserve gallon, 7.9 gallons and one reserve gallon, 7.1 gallons and one reserve gallon, 5.3 gallons and one reserve gallon, 5.5 gallons and one reserve gallon
  • Estimated Fuel Economy: N/A
  • Brakes (Front): Dual Disc
  • Brakes (Rear): Disc
  • Suspension (Front): Telescopic Fork
  • Suspension (Rear): Single Sided Swing Arm
  • Wheelbase: 58.2 inches, 58.5 inches, 59.4 inches, 59.1 inches, 59.8 inches
  • Rake: N/A
  • Trail: N/A
  • Seat Height: 31.5 inches, 33.9 inches, 32.9 inches, 31.7 inches, 35.4 inches, 32.7 inches, 32.3 inches
  • Curb Weight: 505 pounds, 525 pounds, 527 pounds, 641 pounds, 605 pounds, 504 pounds, 496 pounds, 558 pounds
  • Tires (Front): 120/70 ZR17, 120/70 ZR17, 110/80 HR19
  • Tires (Rear): 170/60 ZR17, 180/55 ZR17, 150/70 HR17

Accessories

  • The 2005 BMW R lineup is available in Titan Silver Metallic, Piedmont Red Metallic and Dark Ferro Metallic/Ferro Metallic
  • Additional Power Accessory Socket
  • All-Season Bike Cover
  • Anti-Theft Alarm
  • Bike Dust Cover
  • Blue Tinted Windshield Kit
  • BMW Navigator II System
  • BMW Rondel Badge
  • Left and Right BMW System Black Case, White City Case or Black City Case
  • Left and Right BMW System Case Scuff Pad Set
  • Carbon Fiber Engine Cover
  • Chrome Alternator Belt Cover
  • Left and Right Chrome Cylinder Head Cover Kit
  • Cylinder Head Guard Kit
  • Heated Hand Grip Set
  • High Windshield 380mm
  • Locking Oil-Filler Cap
  • Low Seat 30.7
  • Luggage Rack
  • Rear Metalized Seat Cover
  • Reflector Set
  • Left and Right Carbon Fiber Bracket Cover, Cylinder Head Cover With Mounting Hardware, Oil Cooler Cover, Cylinder Head Guard
  • Left and Right Inner Bag With Strap
  • Left and Right Mounting Bracket for BMW System and City Cases
  • Side Case Lock Set
  • Smoke Tinted Sport Windshield Kit
  • Soft Top Case
  • Sport Windshield Kit
  • Tall Seat 32.3
  • Tank Bag With Black And Silver Trim
  • Touring Windshield Kit

Key Competitors For The 2005 BMW R

  • The 2005 Moto Guzzi V11 Ballabio
  • The 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Classic
  • The 2005 Suzuki Hayabusa 1300R
  • The 2005 Honda ST1300 Base
  • The 2005 KTM 950 Adventure Black
  • The 2005 Buell Firebolt XB12R