BMW R 1200 CL suspension setup and specs

BMW R 1200 CL, 2003 to 2004: adjustable rear preload, 745 mm (29.3 in) seat height, 145 mm of front suspension travel, 42 psi cold rear tire pressure.

Model years covered: 2003, 2004 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by BMW.

2003–2004 BMW R 1200 CL
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BMW R 1200 CL

2003–2004 · touring · 1170 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundNot adjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel145 mm (5.7 in)
Rear suspension travel110 mm (4.3 in)
Fork diameter35 mm (1.4 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front, solo36 psi · 2.5 bar
Rear, solo42 psi · 2.9 bar
Front, two up36 psi · 2.5 bar
Rear, two up42 psi · 2.9 bar
Front tire150/80 R16
Rear tire170/80-15

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1650 mm (65.0 in)
Seat height745 mm (29.3 in)
Front brakeDual disc
Rear brakeSingle disc

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