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BMW launches the 'long distance sprinter'
Mon Mar 14 12:00:00 CET 2005 Press Release
Following a UK press launch in southern Spain earlier this month, the new BMW sports tourer - the R1200 ST - was publicly launched on Saturday 12 March and was a star attraction at 34 Motorrad dealerships for the official BMW New Season Launch events.
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Following a UK press launch in southern Spain earlier this month, the new BMW
sports tourer - the R1200 ST - was publicly launched on Saturday 12 March and
was a star attraction at 34 Motorrad dealerships for the official BMW New
Season Launch events.
BMW customers have been impatiently waiting to see the all-new 110bhp
flat-twin appear in dealership showrooms. Following the media hype after its
first tantalising appearance to the international press at the Bologna Motor
Fair in Italy last December, the R1200 ST was then unveiled to eager UK
motorcyclists at this year's MCN London Bike Show.
Now, BMW enthusiasts are able to assess the newest of BMW's new generation
machines. Dubbed 'a long distance sprinter' the dynamic and agile sports
tourer capitalises on the huge success of the R1200 GS and the recently
launched R1200 RT. As a replacement for the R1150 RS - one of BMW's most
popular sports tourers - the R1200 ST looks set to take 'success' to another
level.
The R1200 ST (Sports Tourer) boasts all the essential characteristics of its
predecessor and a great deal more. The ST is equipped with the same (but more
highly developed) boxer engine and innovative chassis technology as the R1200
GS, as well as boasting 15bhp more power and 17kg less weight compared with the
R1150 RS. When this is combined with advanced rider ergonomics - such as a
choice of three handlebar and four seat height positions; improved aerodynamics
and increased weather protection - motorcyclists are guaranteed high levels of
touring comfort and an outstanding ride.
A number of comprehensive options and accessories are available to cater to
the ST rider's individual requirements, specifically integral ABS, heated
grips, chrome-plated exhaust system and a new luggage system featuring
waterproof panniers. Other special equipment is also available.
Launched at all BMW dealerships on Saturday, March 12 the R1200 ST is priced
from £9,060 on the road. It is available to customers in three distinctive
body colours - Sydney Blue Metallic, Piemont Red Metallic and Granite Grey
Metallic.