#k1200r

In his 2006 review of the BMW K1200R, former MO staffer and current MO contributor, Gabe Ets-Hokin called the Bavarian muscle bike a “Gorilla In A Tuxedo.” It’s an appropriate term, as the 1157cc inline-Four packs an approximately 140 hp and 80 lb-ft punch. Essentially a naked version of the K1200S, the lack of any substantial bodywork exposes the K bike’s funky styling and gives a better view of the Duolever front suspension. But as Gabe points out, the big takeaway from the K1200R is its refined approach to going blisteringly fast. Here’s Gabe to give you his complete take on the K1200R from eight years ago. Also, be sure to check out the photo gallery for three pages full of K1200R pictures.