2011 BMW K 1200 LT Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by BMW for the touring motorcycle segment, the 2011 BMW K 1200 LT features a 1171 cc (71.5 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 116 HP (84.7 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 120 Nm (88.5 lb-ft) at 5,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 99.1 HP per liter and a 2,750 rpm working window between peak torque (5,250 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the K 1200 LT measures 353.5 kg (779 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.33 HP/kg (3.05 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 770 mm (30.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,627 mm (64.1 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 24-liter (6.3 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 4.3 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 558 km (347 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 200 km/h (124 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's BMW archive, this model family spans 12 indexed model years from 1999 to 2011, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
99.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.33 HP/kg (3.05 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,250–8,000 rpm
Theoretical Range
~558 km (347 mi)
Engine
Displacement1171.0 ccm (71.45 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power116.0 HP (84.7 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque120.0 Nm (12.2 kgf-m or 88.5 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM
Bore x Stroke70.5 x 75.0 mm (2.8 x 3.0 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic intake pipe injection/BMW engine management, Motronic MA 2.4 with overrun fuel cut-off
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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