The BMW R1200ST is a sport touring motorcycle,[1] which was introduced in 2005 by BMW Motorrad to replace the R1150RS model.[2] The R1200ST features the same 1,170 cc (71 cu in) flat-twin engine, a six-speed gearbox and shaft drive as the R1200RT.
Though similar in specification to the RT, the ST is a sport-oriented motorcycle, with clip-on style handle bars, lighter fairing, resulting in an overall lighter weight than the RT. Luggage, in the form of panniers and a top box (or case) were available options. ABS braking was also an option for this model.
The styling was controversial, especially the hexagon-shaped vertical headlight.[3] Motor Cycle News referred to the styling as "quirky".[4]
References
- ^ "BMW R1200ST (2005-2007)". Motor Cycle News. Bauer Media Group. Archived from the original on 11 May 2012. Retrieved 9 March 2013.
- ^ Alexander, Sean. "2005 BMW R 1200 ST". Motorcycle.com. VerticalScope Inc. Retrieved 9 March 2013.
- ^ Ash, Kevin (2006). BMW motorcycles : the evolution of excellence. New Hampshire: Whitehorse Press. p. 156. ISBN 978-1-884313-57-8.
- ^ Baker, Ped. "First Test BMW R1200ST: Style over substance?" (PDF). Motor Cycle News. Bauer Media Group. Retrieved 9 March 2013.
External links
- BMW Motorrad R1200ST web page Archived 2019-05-08 at the Wayback Machine
Media related to BMW R1200ST at Wikimedia Commons
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