New BMW K1300S pixs (plus K1300R and K1300GT)

[FaceThePower]

First pixs after Intermot - ok look has not changed too much (obvious are LED tail light, modern can, air intakes, common switch gear instead of paddles on both sides, colours). Engine has grown to 1300cc and a few changes under the skin.

Some notable changes from the press release (http://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/i....html&id=300):
The new jet of the range boasts top specifications inside and out. As impressive as its top speed may be, it already delivers its power a lot earlier, from standstill so to speak. In the lower and middle rev range, where more than 80% of road riding takes place, this engine really packs a punch. And you’ll feel it straight away: 140 Nm from 1,293 cc. The 175 bhp delivered at 9.250 rpm are of course also very welcomed by all speed freaks...

...For especially sporty shifters there is a very special optional extra – an automatic shifter. You no longer need to use the clutch when shifting up – just slam in the gears!

...For the K 1300 S the ESA II option is available, the electronically adjustable 2nd generation suspension. The spring base, spring rate and damping are synchronised – automatically. This innovation means you can set your suspension with the press of a button, no matter how heavily laden you are..."





More K1300S here:
BMW K1200S MOTORCYCLE: THE INTERNATIONAL WEB SITE ~ BY SHIVA

And K1300R:
BMW K1200S MOTORCYCLE: THE INTERNATIONAL WEB SITE ~ BY SHIVA

And K1300GT:
BMW K1200S MOTORCYCLE: THE INTERNATIONAL WEB SITE ~ BY SHIVA

[FaceThePower]

If anyone is interested to read the full news release:
http://www.bmwsuperbikes.com/BMW-K.COM_K1300.pdf

[foolishboy]

Hmm actually looks pretty nice, if you like that sort of thing.

[Bunyack]

140Nm 175bHp

thems some impressive figures. how heavy is it??

[Maxo]

For especially sporty shifters there is a very special optional extra – an automatic shifter. You no longer need to use the clutch when shifting up – just slam in the gears!

Am I doing something wrong at the moment?

[Tin Tin]

they dont look any different... all they have done is put in a bigger donk by the looks of it. is the weight up as well as power?

[likefry]

140Nm 175bHp

thems some impressive figures. how heavy is it??

What the hell is with those front forks?? Are they just covers over the front of them or what?

[Sventek]

Looks great. Next bike for me in all probability, unless the S1000RR really takes my fancy. They won't be here for a while though.

[Sventek]

140Nm 175bHp

thems some impressive figures. how heavy is it??

228kg

[Sventek]

And the engine is going to be Desmodromic.

[Cbr1k]

What the hell is with those front forks?? Are they just covers over the front of them or what?

They dont have telescopic forks. They dont actually move in they same way as Jap bikes. They are connected with a twin A Frame to a single shock underneath the Headstem.


Glad BMW finally got rid of the stupid indicator system.

Want one.


http://www.carbibles.com/suspension_bible_bikes.html

[Sventek]

Here's a more revealing shot of the KR.

[Bunyack]

make the tale more aggressive less "practical" and i'll like it!

[Desmogod]

Here's a more revealing shot of the KR.

Am I the only one who thinks this bike looks more suited to the Mos Isley cantina than a road?

[Cbr1k]

Am I the only one who thinks this bike looks more suited to the Mos Isley cantina than a road?

Are you going to buy one and paint it white?

[Sventek]

Are you going to buy one and paint it white?

It comes in white - well kind of.

[Deej]

That black KR looks awsome!

[Cbr1k]

Next year's MAD bike?

[FaceThePower]

And the engine is going to be Desmodromic.

All it means is there is now two cables operating the throttle bodies. One to open, One to close.

Instead on the single throttle body cable to open and spring force to close.

[cutting it]

The K series will be my next bike.