Euro 10075. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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MotoLibrary Score
63/100Sporty
Power
110 HP
Torque
119 Nm
Engine
1170 ccm
Technical Overview
2014 BMW R 1200 R DarkWhite Special Model Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in BMW's allround motorcycle lineup, the 2014 BMW R 1200 R DarkWhite Special Model features a 1170 cc (71.4 cu in) oil & air-cooled two cylinder boxer, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 110 HP (80.3 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 119 Nm (87.8 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 94 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (7,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the R 1200 R DarkWhite Special Model measures 223 kg (492 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.49 HP/kg (2.03 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 800 mm (31.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,495 mm (58.9 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 18-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 4.1 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 439 km (273 miles) between fill-ups.
Specific Output
94 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.49 HP/kg (2.03 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–7,500 rpm
Theoretical Range
~439 km (273 mi)
Engine
Displacement1170.0 ccm (71.39 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwo cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTwo cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Power110.0 HP (80.3 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque119.0 Nm (12.1 kgf-m or 87.8 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression12.0:1
Bore x Stroke101.0 x 73.0 mm (4.0 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic intake pipe injection/BMS-K+ digital enfinemanagement with overrun fuel cut-off, twin spark ignition
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