Model Feature Comparison | 2026 BMW R 1300 RS and 2026 BMW R 1300 RS

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Specs

General Information

Manufacturer

BMW

Model Year

2026

Model

R 1300 RS

Model Code

Color

Racing Blue Metallic

Brakes/Wheels/Tires

Brakes

Front - Twin disc, diameter 310 mm, 4-piston radial caliper

Rear - Single disc, diameter 285 mm, 2-piston floating caliper

BMW Motorrad Full Integral ABS Pro (fully integral braking function, lean angle optimized)

Front - Twin disc, diameter 310 mm, 4-piston radial caliper

Rear - Single disc, diameter 285 mm, 2-piston floating caliper

BMW Motorrad Full Integral ABS Pro (fully integral braking function, lean angle optimized)

Wheels

Aluminum cast

Rims

3.50 x 17 in.

6.00 x 17 in.

3.50 x 17 in.

6.00 x 17 in.

Tires

Front - 120 / 70 ZR17

Rear - 190 / 55 ZR17

Front - 120 / 70 ZR17

Rear - 190 / 55 ZR17

Dimensions

Length

84.2 in.

Height

53.1 in.

Width

33.3 in. (above mirror)

Weight

Dry - 513.6 lb.

Permitted total - 1,014 lb.

Dry - 513.6 lb.

Permitted total - 1,014 lb.

Wheelbase

59.72 in.

Seat Height

At unladen weight - 31.1 in.

Inner leg curve at unladen weight - 69.8 in.

At unladen weight - 31.1 in.

Inner leg curve at unladen weight - 69.8 in.

Drivetrain

Transmission

Gearbox - Claw-shifted 6-speed

Drive System

Cardan shaft drive

Electrical

Battery

12V / 14Ah

Alternator

650 W

Engine

Four-stroke flat twin engine with double overhead and chain driven camshafts and balance gear wheels

Cooling

Air / Liquid

Horsepower

145 hp @ 7,750 rpm

Displacement

1,300 cc

Bore x Stroke

106.5 x 73 mm

Torque

Max. - 110 ft. lb. @ 6,500 rpm

Compression Ratio

13.3 : 1

Fuel System

Mixture control - Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system with throttle-by-wire

Emissions

Control - Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter

Fuel Type

Super unleaded (max. 15 % Ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ / RON, 90 AKI; adaptive fuel quality regulation (91-98 ROZ/RON)

Fuel Capacity

Usable tank volume - 4.5 gal.

Reserve - Approx. 1 gal.

Usable tank volume - 4.5 gal.

Reserve - Approx. 1 gal.

Operational

Frame

Two-part consisting of main, bolted rear, and load-bearing engine

Front Suspension

BMW Motorrad EVO-Telelever, handlebar tilting decoupled via flex element, central shock absorber

Travel - 5.5 in.

BMW Motorrad EVO-Telelever, handlebar tilting decoupled via flex element, central shock absorber

Travel - 5.5 in.

Rear Suspension

BMW Motorrad EVO-Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, continuous swingarm bearing axle, central suspension strut

Travel - 5.1 in.

BMW Motorrad EVO-Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, continuous swingarm bearing axle, central suspension strut

Travel - 5.1 in.

Rake

Steering head angle - 62°

Trail

Castor - 4.82 in.

Maximum Speed

149 mph

Capacity

Payload (with standard equipment) - 474 lb.

Other

Additional Colors

Option 719 Package - Brooklyn Gray Metallic

Triple Black Package

Performance Package - Light White

Racing Blue Metallic

Option 719 Package - Brooklyn Gray Metallic

Triple Black Package

Performance Package - Light White

Racing Blue Metallic

Includes

Keyless Ride

DCC

USB-C charging socket

Dynamic ESA

Keyless Ride

DCC

USB-C charging socket

Dynamic ESA

Features

TRACTION UNDER CONTROL: DTC-SHIFT: With DTC-Shift, you can set the level of traction control you want.
TRUE FREEDOM: SPORT SUSPENSION: The Performance model variant features Sport suspension with a longer suspension fork and longer damper: for tighter damping and increased lean angle freedom.
LIGHTING THE WAY: THE HEADLIGHTS: The dual-branch headlights have an aggressive look thanks to their sleek shape. The available Headlight Pro with its adaptive headlights help provide optimal illumination of the road.
DETAIL-OBSESSED: SEAT INSERT: With the Triple Black, Exclusive, Performance and Option 719 Cuyamaca model variants, the seat insert is painted in the same color as the vehicle body, creating an exclusive highlight.
VARIABLE AND SPORTY: THE REAR: The Sport rear features a rear light that has been cleverly integrated into the grab handles. The very short license plate mount rounds out the athletic look of the rear end.
PREMIUM OPTION: DESIGN WHEELS: Highlight the dynamic side of the R 1300 RS: The design option wheels help you to bring an exclusive yet sporty look to the streets.
HIGH-QUALITY DETAIL: FOOTREST SYSTEM: The adjustable milled footrest system highlights the production quality of the R 1300 RS Performance. There are four levels that allow you to precisely adapt it to suit your dynamic riding style.
STYLISH AND PRACTICAL: THE CASES: Long tours can be a breeze with the spacious, stable and electrified cases that are available as optional accessories. The design and color scheme are perfectly matched to the dynamic look of the bike.

Features

TRACTION UNDER CONTROL: DTC-SHIFT: With DTC-Shift, you can set the level of traction control you want.
TRUE FREEDOM: SPORT SUSPENSION: The Performance model variant features Sport suspension with a longer suspension fork and longer damper: for tighter damping and increased lean angle freedom.
LIGHTING THE WAY: THE HEADLIGHTS: The dual-branch headlights have an aggressive look thanks to their sleek shape. The available Headlight Pro with its adaptive headlights help provide optimal illumination of the road.
DETAIL-OBSESSED: SEAT INSERT: With the Triple Black, Exclusive, Performance and Option 719 Cuyamaca model variants, the seat insert is painted in the same color as the vehicle body, creating an exclusive highlight.
VARIABLE AND SPORTY: THE REAR: The Sport rear features a rear light that has been cleverly integrated into the grab handles. The very short license plate mount rounds out the athletic look of the rear end.
PREMIUM OPTION: DESIGN WHEELS: Highlight the dynamic side of the R 1300 RS: The design option wheels help you to bring an exclusive yet sporty look to the streets.
HIGH-QUALITY DETAIL: FOOTREST SYSTEM: The adjustable milled footrest system highlights the production quality of the R 1300 RS Performance. There are four levels that allow you to precisely adapt it to suit your dynamic riding style.
STYLISH AND PRACTICAL: THE CASES: Long tours can be a breeze with the spacious, stable and electrified cases that are available as optional accessories. The design and color scheme are perfectly matched to the dynamic look of the bike.