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BMW has been at the leading position in the automobile manufacturers all over the world. Though they have mainly concentrated in building cars, BMW have also introduced some stunning models in the field of bikes. The 2009 BMW K1300GT is BMW's latest bike in the tour category. GT is the abbreviation for GranTourismo. Let's have a closer look at the specifications of the BMW K1300GT.

Engine
Type - Transverse, Liquid cooled inline 4 cylinder.
Bore X Stroke - 80 mm X 64 mm
Displacement - 1293 cc
Horsepower - 160 bhp @ 9000 rpm
Torque - 99 lb/ft @ 8000 rpm
Compression Ratio - 13.0 : 1
Valve Gear - DOHC, chain - driven with bucket tapplets.
Valves/Cylinder - Four
Cooling System - Single Radiator, 50/50 water/anti-freeze mix

Drive Train
Primary Drive - 1.56
Clutch - 151 mm, multi-disc oil bath
1st Gear Ratio - 2.39 : 1
2nd Gear Ratio - 1.87 : 1
3rd Gear Ratio - 1.53 : 1
4th Gear Ratio - 1.29 : 1
5th Gear Ratio - 1.14 : 1
6th Gear Ratio - 1.02 : 1
Final Drive System - Enclosed driveshaft with two universal joints
Final Drive Ratio - 2.82 : 1

Frame & Suspension
Frame - Bridge-type cast aluminium
Front Suspension - BMW Duolever
Front Travel - 4.5 inches
Rear Suspension - BMW EVO Paralever
Rear Travel - 5.3 inches

Brakes
Brake System - Dual front and single rear disc w/ Integral ABS
Front Brakes - Two, four-piston fixed calipers
Front Rotor - 12.6 inch dual floating rotors
Rear Brake - Single piston floating caliper
Rear Rotor - 11.6 inch single, fixed rotor
Actuation Method - Hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type

Dimensions
Overall Length - 91.3 inches
Overall Width - 38.0 inches
Wheelbase - 61.9 inches
Ground Clearance - 4.6 inches
Seat Height - 32.3 inches
Steering angle - 60.6 degrees
Front Wheel Trail - 4.1 inches
Dry Weight - 562 lbs
Wet weight - 635 lbs
Maximum load - 1147 lbs. GVWR

Tank Capacity
6.3 gallons with 1 gallon reserve


Standard Colors
Red Apple Metallic
Magnesium Beige Metallic
Royal Blue Metallic

Base Price
$18,800