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Power/Weight
0.26 hp/kg
Top Speed
170 km/h
Torque
98 Nm
Engine
1170 ccm
Technical Overview
2000 BMW R 1200 C - R 1200 C Avantgarde Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2000 BMW R 1200 C - R 1200 C Avantgarde custom - cruiser motorcycle, BMW utilizes a 1170 cc (71.4 cu in) air-cooled two cylinder boxer, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 61 HP (44.5 kW) at 5,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 98 Nm (72.3 lb-ft) at 3,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 52.1 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (3,000 rpm) and peak power (5,000 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the R 1200 C - R 1200 C Avantgarde measures 239 kg (527 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.26 HP/kg (3.92 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 740 mm (29.1 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,650 mm (65 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 170 km/h (106 mph).
Specific Output
52.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.26 HP/kg (3.92 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,000–5,000 rpm
Standover Height
740 mm (29.1 in)
Engine
Displacement1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwo cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTwo cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Power61.0 HP (44.5 kW)) @ 5000 RPM
Torque98.0 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.3 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Performance
Top Speed170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
Chassis
Wheelbase1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesDual disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight239.0 kg (526.9 pounds)
Power/Weight0.2552 HP/kg
Seat Height740 mm (29.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Brakes
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Transmission
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