BMW R 1300 RT suspension setup and specs

BMW R 1300 RT, 2025 onwards: adjustable rear preload and rebound, 800 mm (31.5 in) seat height, 147 mm of front suspension travel, 42 psi cold rear tire pressure.

Model years covered: 2025, 2026 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by BMW.

2025 onwards BMW R 1300 RT
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BMW R 1300 RT

2025 onwards · sport-touring · 1300 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundAdjustable
Front electronic suspensionBMW Dynamic ESA; optional Dynamic Chassis Adjustment (DCA)
Rear electronic suspensionBMW Dynamic ESA; optional Dynamic Chassis Adjustment (DCA)

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel147 mm (5.8 in)
Rear suspension travel157 mm (6.2 in)
Front suspensionEVO Telelever
Rear suspensionEVO Paralever

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 tire120/70 ZR17
Rear tire190/55 ZR17

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1500 mm (59.1 in)
Rake25.8°
Trail121 mm (4.8 in)
Seat height800 mm (31.5 in)
Front brakeDual radial 4-piston calipers, floating discs
Rear brakeSingle floating disc, 2-piston caliper

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