Description
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 2003 BMW R1150 RT. Additional photos are available here for your perusal.
The 1150 was an evolution of the 1100, gaining a 1,130cc engine (up from 1,085) as well as a 6-speed transmission (up from 5). It has always been a very well-regarded bike whether it be the R Roadster, GS Dual-Sport Adventure, RS Sport Touring, or RT Touring.
The boxer twin was paired with BMW’s advanced Telelever front suspension system, which minimizes front-end dive during braking and enhances stability while cornering. At the rear, it features the Paralever suspension. The Paralever system incorporates a monoshock suspension element that is positioned close to the swingarm pivot point. This positioning helps to maintain a consistent rear ride height and suspension geometry throughout the travel, resulting in improved stability and traction.
The full fairing RT weighed nearly 80 lbs more pushing the scale to 562 pounds dry. This increase in weight was helped by a bump in horsepower over its cousins to 95bhp. Other upgrades for long haul touring on the RT include a slightly larger tank, adjustable windscreen, upright riding position, and integrated fog lights.
Manufactured July 2002, this example is VIN: WB10499A93ZE89423. The seller purchased the bike six years ago from Long Beach BMW Motorcycles and notes it’s been garaged kept.
During his ownership the seller has covered approximately 5,000 miles. The odometer shows 25,503 miles.
Maintenance:
The seller reports maintenance at 21,000 miles in October 2021 and has provided the following receipt.
Modifications:
Bar backs.
Staintune Exhaust.
Fog lights.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Sportmax Roadsmart II tires with date codes of 3716 and 1219.
The sale includes two keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Yucaipa, California, this BMW is offered on a clean California title with registration current through October 2024.
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