BMW·Roadster·1293cc

K 1300 R

↘ Evolution history · 2009 → 2015
7
Years of production
1
Generations
1293
current cc
173
Horsepower
7
Vintages

The ultimate German muscle bike. 173hp, Duolever, raw power with zero compromise.

↓ Changes year by year
Gen 1 · 2009 — 2015
K 1300 R — SINGLE GENERATION

Successor to the K 1200 R (1157cc / 163hp), the K 1300 R steps up to 1293cc and 173hp. Duolever front suspension, Integral ABS standard, ASC and ESA-II optional. A 217kg roadster capable of matching sportbikes.

2015
EElectronics
Dynamic version — ASC, ESA-II and HP Shifter standard on final year model
Medium
2014
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2013
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2012
AAesthetics
Special edition — exclusive colour scheme
Minor
2011
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2010
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2009
MEngine
Launch — 4-cyl 1293cc, 173hp / 140Nm (vs K 1200 R: 1157cc / 163hp)
Major
CFrame
Duolever front suspension, shaft drive — 217kg dry / 243kg wet
Major
EElectronics
Integral ABS II standard — ASC traction control, ESA-II and HP Shifter optional
Major
Buyer radar
2015

Dynamic: the most complete K 1300 R, all options included. Final year.

TOP BUY
2012

Mature model year, reliability stabilised post-2010. Good used value.

GOOD PICK
2009

Launch year: oil consumption and fragile switchgear reported on early units.

CAUTION