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BMW R 850 RT 1999

Specifications

Road & GT
  • In short
The 1999 BMW R 850 RT, in the Touring & GT category, is equipped with a horizontally opposed twin-cylinder 4-stroke engine, producing 73 HP (53.7 kW) and offering a torque of 80 Nm (8.16 mkg), with a wet weight of 282 kg (238 kg dry).
With a 25.2-liter fuel tank, range is excellent.

This 848 cm³ motorcycle is available at a price of €13,990 and is compatible with A2 license restriction, making it accessible to young riders.
  • Engine

Engine displacement

848 cc

Engine type

Flat twin-cylinder - 4-stroke

Maximum power

73 hp (53.7 kW) at 6750 rpm

Maximum torque

80 Nm (8.16 mkg) at 5500 rpm

Weight-to-power ratio

3.86 kg/hp
5.25 kg/kW

Weight-to-torque ratio

3.53 kg/Nm
34.56 kg/mkg

Fuel system

Injection

Valves/cylinder

4

ACT

2 x 1 ACT

  • Chassis

Weight fully fueled

282 kg

Dry weight

238 kg

Frame type

Front frame in cast aluminum, rear frame in steel

Saddle height

adjustable between 780 and 820 mm

Length

2170 mm

Width

940 mm

Wheelbase

1487 mm

Minimum height

1220 mm

Tank capacity

25.2 L

  • Front axle

Fork

Telelever Ø 40 mm, travel: 120 mm

Braking

2 discs Ø 305 mm, 4-piston caliper

Front tire

120/70 R17

  • Rear axle

Shock absorber

Paralever single shock absorber and single-sided swingarm, travel: 135 mm

Braking

1 disc Ø 276 mm, 2-piston caliper

Rear tire

160/60 R18

  • 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

Road & GTs similar displacement from 1999

Road & GTs similar power from 1999

VN1500 Tourer

1999

64 hp

Road Glide

1999

67 hp
  • Price

13 990 €

  • FAQ
The horizontally opposed twin-cylinder 4-stroke engine of this 1999 BMW R 850 RT produces 73 HP (53.7 kW).
The 1999 BMW R 850 RT develops a maximum torque of 80 Nm (equivalent to 8.16 mkg) thanks to its horizontally opposed twin-cylinder 4-stroke engine.
The 1999 BMW R 850 RT is equipped with a front tire in 120/70 R17 and a rear tire in 160/60 R18.
Yes, without hesitation. The seat height of this BMW is adjustable between 780 and 820 mm, allowing for easy ground contact with the feet, making it ideal for shorter riders and beginners.
Yes! This R 850 RT is equipped with a reverse gear, which greatly facilitates maneuvers despite its curb weight of 282 kg.
DCT is the type of automatic transmission equipped on this R 850 RT. It stands for "Dual Clutch Transmission." It allows for automatic or manual gear shifting without a clutch lever, providing greater comfort and smoothness.
Yes! The 1999 BMW R 850 RT can be restricted to A2 for new license holders.
Yes, this 1999 BMW R 850 RT is compatible with the A2 license.
Yes, this 1999 BMW R 850 RT is compatible with the A1 license.
No, this BMW is designed solely for use on and is not road-legal.
The 1999 BMW R 850 RT weighs 282 kg fully fueled (238 kg dry).
The 1999 BMW R 850 RT is sold at a price of €13,990.