2022 BMW R 1250 RT First Look: Fast Facts for Sport-Touring

July 7, 2021

The first look at the 2022 BMW R 1250 RT reveals a new color and update to the popular Premium Package. Also, there’s a new Favorite button that can be assigned by the rider.

The new addition to the Premium Package is Bluetooth connectivity. Here’s what you get for an additional $4500:

Semi-active electronic suspension
Ride Modes Pro
Quickshifter
Active cruise control
Chrome exhaust
Electronic engine compression traction control
Keyless ride
Alarm
Bluetooth connectivity
Smart lighting w/ auxiliary lights
Tire pressure monitor
Central locking security
Heated seat
12V socket

The new color is New Black Strom Metallic 2 Style Triple Black, and it joins three returning colors. The MSRP for the base 2022 RT is $19,695, and you can see it on dealer showroom floors in the last quarter of this year.

We have reviewed the BMW R 1250 RT

2022 BMW R 1250 RT Specs

ENGINE

Type: Horizontally opposed twin
Displacement: 1254cc
Bore x stroke: 102.5 x 76mm
Maximum power: 136 horsepower @ 7750 rpm
Maximum torque: 105 ft-lbs @ 6250 rpm
Maximum speed: Over 124 mph
Compression ratio: 12.5:1
Valvetrain: DOHC w/ dual profile cams, 4vpc
Cooling: Liquid and air
Transmission: Constant-mesh 6-speed w/ helical gear-teeth
Clutch: Hydraulically actuated w/ slipper function
Final drive: Shaft

CHASSIS

Frame: Two-part frame w/ co-supporting engine
Front suspension; travel: BMW Telelever 37mm fork w/ central spring strut; 4.7 inches
Rear suspension; travel: BMW EVO Paralever and WAD strut w/ spring-preload and rebound-damping adjustable shock; 5.4 inches
Wheels: Cast aluminum
Front wheel: 17 x 3.50
Rear wheel: 17 x 5.50
Front tire: 120/70 x 17
Rear tire: 180/55 x 17
Front brakes: Dual floating 320mm discs w/ 4-piston fixed calipers
Rear brake: 276mm disc w/ dual-piston floating caliper
ABS: BMW Motorrad ABS Pro