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BMW unveils a new range of K-series 1300s
Most powerful BMW production motorcycles yetBMW Motorrad has unveiled a new range of K-series models at INTERMOT in Cologne - the K 1300 S, K 1300 R and K 1300 GT.
Following is a brief summary of the trio, which will be available in Australia late in the first quarter of 2009 as replacements for the current 1200cc range of K-series bikes:
K 1300 S- Engine output 129kW (175 hp) at 9250rpm, and 140Nm at 8250rpm
- Increase in torque by more than 10Nm from 2000-8000rpm
- Integral ABS (partially integrated) standard
- Maintenance-free shaft drive with a new, two-stage drive shaft
- Duolever front suspension with new lower longitudinal arm
- Firmer spring/damper set-up for even better feedback
- Electronically adjustable second-generation ESA II suspension and ASC (Auto Stability Control) traction control as an option
- HP Gearshift Assistant for shifting up without power interruption available as an option
- Electronic immobiliser standard
- Colours are Light Grey Metallic and Lava Orange Metallic with a multi-colour finish in Granite Grey Metallic/Light Grey Metallic
K 1300 R
- Engine output 127kW (173hp) at 9250rpm, and 140Nm at 8250rpm
- Increase in torque by more than 10Nm from 2000-8000rpm
- Newly tuned Digital Motor Electronics to fulfill the highest environmental standards
- Optimised charge process for greater performance and lower fuel consumption
- Optimised exhaust system with a new rear-end muffler and electronic flap control, as well as a fully controlled three-way catalytic converter
- Firmer spring/damper set-up for even better feedback to the rider
- Second-generation ESA II electronically adjustable suspension and ASC (Auto Stability Control) traction control as an option
- Maintenance-free shaft drive with a new two-stage drive shaft
- Wide range of standard features and accessories
- Colours are Silk Metallic, Lava Orange Metallic and Light Grey Metallic
K 1300 GT
- Engine output 118kW (160hp) at 9000 rpm, and 135Nm at 8000rpm
- Significant increase in torque from 3500rpm
- Optimisation of the emission system through rear mufflers modified inside and a fully-controlled three-way catalytic converter
- Maintenance-free shaft drive with a new, two-stage drive shaft
- Duolever front-wheel suspension complete with a newly designed lower longitudinal arm
- Second-generation ESA II Electronically Adjustable Suspension and ASC (Auto Stability Control) traction control as an option
- New generation of switches and controls with optimized ergonomics
- Semi integral ABS (partially integrated) standard
- Wide range of equipment and accessories
- Seat and handlebar adjustment
- Full fairing
- Electrically adjustable windshield
- Colours are Red Apple Metallic with dark contrast trim, Royal Blue Metallic with White Aluminium contrast. and Magnesium Beige Metallic highlighted with Dark Slate Metallic
Pricing is yet to be finalised on the three new models. For more information, click here.
For a complete history of K-series BMWs, click here.
» Watch the Carsales Network's video on BMW K1300 S here
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