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BMW R 1200 C 1998

Specifications

Custom
  • In short
The 1998 BMW R 1200 C, in the Custom category, is equipped with a horizontally opposed twin-cylinder 4-stroke engine, producing 61 HP (44.9 kW), with a wet weight of 277 kg (256 kg dry).
Its 740 mm seat height makes it accessible to smaller riders.

This 1170 cm³ motorcycle is available for €13,490 and is compatible with the A2 license, making it accessible to young bikers.
  • Engine

Engine displacement

1170 cc

Engine type

Flat twin-cylinder - 4-stroke

Maximum power

61 hp (44.9 kW) at 5000 rpm

Maximum torque

98.1 Nm (10 mkg) at 3000 rpm

Weight-to-power ratio

4.54 kg/hp
6.17 kg/kW

Weight-to-torque ratio

2.82 kg/Nm
27.7 kg/mkg

Fuel system

Injection

Valves/cylinder

4

ACT

1

  • Chassis

Weight fully fueled

277 kg

Dry weight

256 kg

Frame type

Cast aluminum front, tubular steel rear

Saddle height

740 mm

Length

2340 mm

Width

1050 mm

Wheelbase

1650 mm

Minimum height

1130 mm

Tank capacity

17.5 L

  • Front axle

Fork

Telelever Ø 35 mm, travel: 144 mm

Braking

2 discs Ø 305 mm, 4-piston caliper

Front tire

100/90 R18

  • Rear axle

Shock absorber

Paralever single shock absorber and single-sided swingarm, travel: 100 mm

Braking

1 disc Ø 285 mm, 2-piston caliper

Rear tire

170/80 R15

  • Transmission

Gearbox type

5-speed gearbox

Transmission

manual

Shifter

No

Secondary transmission

Cardan

  • Type of driver's license

Required license

Category A driving licence
Can be restricted for A2 license

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  • Price

13 490 €

  • FAQ
The horizontally opposed twin-cylinder 4-stroke engine of this 1998 BMW R 1200 C produces 61 HP (44.9 kW).
The 1998 BMW R 1200 C develops a maximum torque of 98.1 Nm (equivalent to 10 mkg) thanks to its horizontally opposed twin-cylinder 4-stroke engine.
The 1998 BMW R 1200 C is equipped with a front tire in 100/90 R18 and a rear tire in 170/80 R15.
Yes, without hesitation. The seat height of this BMW is 740 mm, allowing for easy ground contact with the feet, making it ideal for shorter riders and beginners.
Yes! This R 1200 C is equipped with a reverse gear, which greatly facilitates maneuvering despite its curb weight of 277 kg.
DCT is the type of automatic transmission equipped on this R 1200 C. It stands for "Dual Clutch Transmission." It allows for shifting gears automatically or manually, without a clutch lever, for greater comfort and smoothness.
Yes! The 1998 BMW R 1200 C can be restricted to A2 for new license holders.
Yes, this 1998 BMW R 1200 C is compatible with the A2 license.
Yes, this 1998 BMW R 1200 C is compatible with the A1 license.
No, this BMW is designed solely for use on and is not road-legal.
The 1998 BMW R 1200 C weighs 277 kg wet (256 kg dry).
The 1998 BMW R 1200 C is sold at a price of €13,490.