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         BMW R 1200 R $22,100                        When BMW developers put forward their visions in the BMW Concept Roadster, this bike was their
                                                     greatest source of inspiration. And that’s no surprise — after all, the R 1200 R is a powerful all-
                                                     rounder that combines comfort, athletic fl air and design in an entirely unique way.


                                                     SPECIFICATIONS
                                                     Engine: Air/liquid-cooled four-stroke fl at twin   Tyres: F: 120/70 ZR 17 R: 180/55 ZR 17
                                                     engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance   Seat height: 790mm
                                                     shaft                         Kerb weight: 231kg (wet)
                                                     Displacement: 1170cc          Fuel capacity: 18L
                                                     Power/Torque: 92kW @ 7750rpm/  Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
                                                     125Nm @ 6500rpm               km/10,000km
                                                     Transmission: 6-speed gearbox, shaft drive

                                                      VERDICT: STRIKING APPEARANCE

         The S 1000 R is stripped down to the essentials but maximised for pure riding fun. Its aggressive   BMW S 1000 R $21,690
         engine with 121kW will put a smile on your face every time it revs up. And the rich sound of the new
         HP titanium rear silencer leaves no doubt that that’s how life in the fast lane is supposed to sound.

          SPECIFICATIONS
         Engine: Water/oil-cooled 4-cylinder 4-stroke   Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 190/55ZR17
         in-line engine, four valves per cylinder, two   Seat height: 814mm
         overhead camshafts             Kerb weight: 205kg (wet)
         Displacement: 999cc            Fuel capacity: 17.5L
         Power/Torque: 121kW @ 11,000rpm/114Nm   Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
         @ 9250 rpm                     km/10,000km
         Transmission: Constant mesh 6-speed, multi-
         plate clutch, chain fi nal drive
          VERDICT: UNCOMPROMISED


         BMW F 800 R $12,990                         The BMW F 800 R combines agility, everyday practicality and dynamic performance in an integrated
                                                     sporty package. Thanks to its punchy 66kW engine, you’ll feel what it’s made for every time you twist
                                                     the throttle: supreme handling and total control of the road.
                                                     SPECIFICATIONS
                                                     Engine: Water-cooled 4-stroke in-line two-  Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 180/55ZR17
                                                     cylinder engine, four valves per cylinder, two   Seat height: 790mm
                                                     overhead camshafts, dry sump  Kerb weight: 203kg (wet)
                                                     Displacement: 798cc           Fuel capacity: 15L
                                                     Power/Torque: 66kW @ 8000rpm/86Nm   Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
                                                     @ 5800rpm                     km/10,000km
                                                     Transmission: 6-speed, multi-plate clutch,
                                                     chain fi nal drive
                                                      VERDICT: ALL-ROUND TWIN


          The BMW G 310 R is the essence of riding pleasure. It was built for pulsing cities and for all those   BMW G 310 R $5790
          who simply love riding motorcycles. It is manoeuvrable, easy to handle and sporty at the same time.
          The bike is lightweight, yet a real powerhouse with its 313cc engine. It will safely and reliably get you
          to work, to the next hotspot or out of the city.

          SPECIFICATIONS
          Engine: Water-cooled, single-cylinder 4-stroke   Tyres: F: 110/70R17 R: 150/60R17
          engine, four valves, two overhead camshafts,   Seat height: 785mm
          dry sump lubrication          Kerb weight: 158.5kg (wet)
          Displacement: 313cc           Fuel capacity: 11L
          Power/Torque: 25kW @ 9500rpm/28Nm   Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
          @7500rpm                      km/10,000km
          Transmission: 6-speed, multi-plate clutch,
          chain fi nal drive
          VERDICT: URBAN RIDER                     LAMS APPROVED


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