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R 1200 RS

The R 1200 RS (2015-2018) is BMW's half-faired boxer sport-tourer — a single LC-only generation that sits between the naked R1200R and the full-fairing R1200RT in both weight (488 lb) and wind protection. It is the direct used-market predecessor to the R1250RS and the natural comparison for buyers who want boxer sport-touring capability under $14,000; no hexhead final drive concerns apply.

CategorySport Touring
Used range$8,500–$13,500
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1170cc flat twin (boxer)
Engine
488 lbs
Weight
32.3 in
Seat
$15,700
MSRP
Used range$8,500–$13,500

Too few clean used examples are moving yet to price this one confidently.

Used price, ownership cost, and rider-fit estimates are editorial. Verify before purchasing.

Rider fit

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Beginner2/10
Commuting5/10
Touring8/10
Off-road1/10
Two-up7/10
Sport7/10

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Known strengths

  • Half-fairing delivers meaningful wind protection while keeping weight 80+ lb below the R1200RT — the sharpest boxer sport-touring value in the lineup
  • LC-only generation (2015-2018): no hexhead final drive concerns; most electronically refined of the R1200 road variants
  • Direct predecessor to the R1250RS — the natural used-market stepping stone for buyers who want boxer sport-touring under $14k

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Common issues

  • Boxer cylinder heads protrude noticeably — the bike is wider than it looks; factor into lane-splitting and tight parking situations
  • Short production run (2015-2018) means thinner used supply and less price competition than GS or RT
  • 32.3-inch seat height and forward-leaning ergonomics are not beginner-friendly — test-ride before committing

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Inspection checklist

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Maintenance notes

  • Valve clearance checks every 12,000 miles (LC-only generation)

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  • 2017
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    The R 1200 RS (2015-2018) is BMW's half-faired boxer sport-tourer — a single LC-only generation that sits between the naked R1200R and the full-fairing R1200RT in both weight (488 lb) and wind protection. It is the direct used-market predecessor to the R1250RS and the natural comparison for buyers who want boxer sport-touring capability under $14,000; no hexhead final drive concerns apply.

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Last checked May 25, 2026 through MANUAL.

Configuration

2017 Base

sport-touring motorcycle with 1170cc flat twin (boxer).