BMW announces new model pricing

From BMW Motorrad Canada

RICHMOND HILL, ON -- BMW Motorrad Canada has announced an expanded product lineup for 2011 with the introduction of the all-new, six-cylinder K1600GT and GTL along with a significantly upgraded duo of R1200R models, a thoroughly updated G650GS and a new suite of dynamic colour combinations on much of the model range.

The long-anticipated successor to the BMW’s acclaimed K1200LT, the all-new K1600GT and GTL introduce BMW Motorrad’s first six-cylinder powerplant in a sophisticated “from-the-ground-up” new chassis.

With both models sharing basic chassis and powertrain components, the K1600GT debuts with an MSRP of $24,100, and an extensive list of standard equipment, including heated grips, seat heating, cruise control, ABS brakes, Xenon headlight, on board computer, LED indicator lights and rear light, and removable rear panniers in body colour with rear backflow function.

The K1600GTL, with an MSRP of $27,225, the new flagship of BMW Motorrad (in addition to the equipment listed for the GT), distinguishes itself with an array of additional standard equipment including a single-section seat with wider seat area lower seat height (750mm) for the rider, and more padding in the passenger seat area, revised rider footrests and handlebar placement, along with an adjustable shift lever, to accommodate the lower riding position; 49L topcase with wider “comfort” backrest and integrated second brake light; wider “comfort” windshield; audio system with Bluetooth Control Interface (connection for rider and passenger), GPS and Satellite radio preparation and control of the integrated navigation unit (optional accessory) from the handlebars; matching frame and engine colour; chrome features including w/shield mount covers, air foil wings, handlebar weights, pannier and top case trim and cladding tubes of rear silencer.

BMW’s boxer-engined R1200R roadster gets an engine upgrade for 2011, now powered by the same latest-generation DOHC flat-twin engine as it’s R1200GS and RT stablemates.

The 2011 R1200R also benefits from a range of technical and ergonomic enhancements: completely redesigned front forks with a greater standpipe diameter (now 41 mm instead of the earlier 35 mm), redesigned exhaust system with an electronically-controlled flap, redesigned symmetrical cockpit with two round analog instruments, new headlight cover and revised side sections, revised seat modeled after the optional “comfort” seat, all-new cast light-alloy wheels, standard centre stand.

The updated 2011 R1200R debuts with an MSRP of $15,100, and is also available with the optional “Classic” Package ($1,000), which incorporates metallic sapphire black paintwork in conjunction with a centre stripe in plain alpine white extending over the tank and front wheel and components like the Telelever, drivetrain, cylinder head covers, frame, and fork finished in silver.

In addition to being available with optional ABS, ASC and ESA, the R1200R is also available with four seat height options – a High Comfort Seat at 830mm, a regular High Seat at 830mm, an 800mm Sport Seat and and 760mm Low Seat included with the factory-installed 750mm Lowering Kit ($225).

The BMW G650GS Enduro, an evolution of the iconic former single-cylinder BMW F650GS, rejoined the lineup in 2010 as the G650GS, and rides into 2011 with thoroughly updated bodywork, sporty new cockpit design with asymmetrical headlight module, new instrument cluster and dynamic new colour schemes.

With an MSRP of $8,800, the 2011 G650GS continues to be powered by the familiar 652cc liquid-cooled four-valve DOHC powerplant little changed from its predecessor, featuring BMW’s Digital Motor Electronics and fuel injection, closed-loop catalytic convertor and high-performance cylinder head technology.