2000 BMW R1200C Classic Insurance Information

2000 BMW R1200C Classic  
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2000 BMW R1200C Classic

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Specifications

Engine and transmission

Engine type: 2 cylinders, 4-stroke, Boxer

Displacement: 1170 cc (71.49 cubic inches)

Bore × stroke: 101 mm × 73 mm (oversquare - shortstroke)

Cooling system: Air cooled

Power: 61.05 HP (44.9 kW) @ 5000 rpm

Torque: 98 Nm (9.99 kg-m) @ 3000 rpm

Throttle: Cable operated

Valves

Valve train: SOHC, variable

Valves per cylinder: 4

Fuel and ignition

Sparks per cylinder: 1

Fuel supply system: Fuel injection

Ignition type: Digital CDI

Compression: 10:1

Engine mounting: Longitudinal

Lubrication system: Wet sump

Gear box: Manual 5-speed

Clutch: Dry, single plate, hydraulic operated

Final drive: Shaft

Starter: Electric

Dimensions

Physical measures

Length: 2340 mm

Width: 1050 mm

Height: 1130 mm

Wheel base: 1650 mm

Trail: 86 mm

Seat height: 740 mm

Weight

Curb weight: 256 kg

Dry weight: 238 kg

Chassis and suspension

Frame type: composite, Backbone frame

Front

Suspension: Telelever

Suspension travel: 144 mm

Fork angle: 61°

Brake: Twin Disk, Ø305 mm

Tire: 100 / 90 R18 ZR

Rear

Suspension: mono shock, Mono arm

Suspension travel: 100 mm

Brake: Disk, Ø285 mm

Tire: 170 / 80 R15 ZR

Other

ABS available: Yes

Power-to-weight ratio: 0.18 HP/kg (5.70 kg/HP)

Top speed: 168 km/h

Fuel capacity: 17.5 l

Number of riders: 2 persons

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2012 BMW K1300R Motorcycle Insurance Information

2012 BMW K1300R  
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2012 BMW K1300R

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2012 BMW K1300R Review

Aggressive. Adrenaline pure. Even when standing still. And even more so as soon as it gets going. What happens at this moment is among the special moments in the life of a biker: a rocket-like start.

Thanks to its geometry, this projectile zooms into orbit like no other. Perfect for the quarter mile. But also for everyday use. And bends. It does not only supremely tap into 173 bhp and 140 Nm and produce a sound from its new hexagonal tube with catalytic converter and exhaust valve that gives you goose pimples. But also because all this goes hand in hand with fuel consumption and exhaust emission levels which even a “sensible” bike would be proud. After all, BMW stands for Bayerische Motoren Werke.

The very finest technology, ergonomics from the people who invented it and a style which is simply unforgettable. And you can hardly believe that despite all this emotional appeal, it is one of the safest motorcycles with the best levels of everyday suitability: ABS and ESA II as optional extras, for example.

And even the accessories bowl you over: racers order the automatic shift function which allows them to burn through the gears, as well as the MotoGP-style 2D dashboard – just so that the lap times are official. And if you want to load it up there are even luggage solutions, too. But even they cannot change the fact that this is the coolest power in town. Contact your dealer if you have any questions or concerns about test driving this bike!

The BMW K 1300 R: power has a face.

Boasting a 127 kW (173 hp) engine and tipping the scales at 243 kg including fuel, the extravagant power roadster K 1300 R is one of the most powerful vehicles on this segment for even the highest demands for riding dynamics.

The exclusive paintwork on the special model K 1300 R underscores the muscular face and the sporty, lean tail of this athletic naked bike. At the same time, the combination of mat metallic Ostra grey and metallic Sapphire black emphasises the uncompromising masculinity of this beefy roadster. The lettering in Sun yellow presents a play of harmony.

The special model also features a high quality carbon engine spoiler in support of its dynamic riding claims.

2012 BMW K1300R Model Highlights

The highlights of the special model K 1300 R:
• special paintwork in mat metallic Ostra grey and Sapphire black metallic
• lettering with Sun yellow
• carbon engine spoiler

Specifications
MSRP Price: TBA

Engine
Type Water-cooled 4-stroke in-line four-cylinder engine, two overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder
Bore x stroke 80 mm x 64,3 mm
Capacity 1,293 cc
Rated output 127 kW (173 hp) at 9,250 rpm
Max. torque 140 Nm at 8,250 rpm
Compression ratio 13.0 : 1
Mixture control / engine management Electronic intake pipe injection/digital engine management including knock sensor (BMS-K+)
Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3
Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed over 200 km/h
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h 5.0 l
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h 5.8 l
Fuel type Unleaded super and premium, octane number 95-98 (RON) (knock sensor; rated output at 98 RON)

Electrical system
Alternator three-phase alternator 580 W
Battery 12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free

Power transmission
Clutch Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, hydraulically operated
Gearbox Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox
Drive Shaft drive

Chassis / brakes
Frame Bridge-type frame, cast aluminium, load-bearing engine
Front wheel location / suspension BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut
Rear wheel location / suspension Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut with lever system, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
Suspension travel front / rear 115 mm / 135 mm
Wheelbase 1,585 mm
Castor 104.4 mm
Steering head angle 60.4°
Wheels Cast aluminium wheels
Rim, front 3.50 x 17"
Rim, rear 5.50 x 17"
Tyres, front 120/70 ZR 17
Tyres, rear 180/55 ZR 17
Brake, front Dual disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed calipers
Brake, rear Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, double-piston floating caliper
ABS Optional extra: BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (part-integral)

Dimensions / weights
Length 2,228 mm
Width (incl. mirrors) 856 mm
Height (excl. mirrors) 1,095 mm
Seat height, unladen weight 820 mm (low seat: 790 mm)
Inner leg curve, unladen weight 1,810 mm (low seat: 1,750 mm)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1) 243 kg
Dry weight 2) 217 kg
Permitted total weight 460 kg
Payload (with standard equipment) 217 kg
Usable tank volume 19.0 l
Reserve approx. 4.0 l
" Technical data relate to the unladen weight (DIN)
" 1) According to guideline 93/93/EWG with all fluids, fuelled with at least 90% of usable tank volume
" 2) Unladen weight without fluids

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2010 CADILLAC SRX Auto Insurance Information

2010 CADILLAC SRX
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2010 CADILLAC SRX

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Available in August, the 2010 SRX is a five-passenger, mid-size crossover. The design forgoes the rear-wheel-drive architecture of the old SRX in favor of a transverse-engine, front- and all-wheel-drive-capable chassis that is about the same size as the popular Lexus RX 350.

Editors at TheCarConnection.com agree that the look of 2010 Cadillac SRX is a huge improvement over the outgoing model, a vehicle that looked too tall and too long for its narrow width. The new SRX is more than six inches shorter and two inches wider than the outgoing model. Importantly, there's less front and rear overhang. This combination helps tighten up the crossover's proportions.

Vertically stacked headlights and a trapezoidal chrome grille give the SRX a Cadillac family look without it appearing cookie cutter. The dramatic side sections outdo Lexus's popular RX in terms of style. A powerful character line beginning at the trailing edge of the front wheel well culminates at the taillight lens. These lens looks to be vestigial tailfins, but unlike the fins of the 1950s, this design actually helps aerodynamically by breaking the airflow from the body. An integrated spoiler on the rearward edge of the roof extends the sleek lines and improves aerodynamics. Eighteen-inch wheels are standard and 20-inch wheels are offered. Design misses includes the too-heavy-seeming rear hatch and the opportunity they had to hide the rear wiper up under the rear spoiler; the look is less clean than it could be.

Inside the 2010 SRX, hand-cut-and-sewn coverings on the instrument panel and ambient lighting make for a rich environment that continues Cadillac's commitment to top-flight interiors. An integrated center stack houses controls for climate and audio systems, while the optional NAV system rises from the center of the instrument panel just like it does on the Cadillac CTS. The Cadillac's extra width (compared to some other new mid-size crossovers such as the Volvo XC60) helps the rear seats feel more spacious. A newly developing required bling feature, an illuminated logo glows through the front door sill plates when the doors open (but like lights in refrigerators, how do we know that they turn off?).

Following the trend TheCarConnection.com sees with many manufacturers, the 2010 SRX is doing more with less in the performance department. The outgoing 2009 SRX offered a 3.6-liter V-6 and a 4.6-liter V-8. The 2010 SRX comes standard with a new, 265-horsepower 3.0-liter direct-injected V-6 engine that Cadillac expects to deliver 25 mpg on the highway (certified figures aren't available for this post) and about 18 mpg city. In the SRX, the new 3.0-liter produces more horsepower and gets better fuel economy than the 3.6-liter in the outgoing model. GM's 2.8-liter turbocharged V-6 is optional for 2010. Horsepower for the single-turbo 2.8-liter is expected to be 300 even. The engine performs beautifully in Saab applications and should provide plenty of thrust for the SRX when it becomes available late in 2009. The powertrain provides a useful maximum tow rating of 3,500 pounds.

Both engines utilize a six-speed automatic that powers the front wheels. All-wheel drive by Haldex is optional and includes an electronic limited-slip rear differential that delivers excellent poor-weather grip. Our test drive happened on a snowy, cold spring day in Michigan, and the SRX plowed through as if the roads were dry. Some drivers may miss the availability of paddle shifters on the steering wheel. We didn't.

During our enthusiastic drive over twisting roads in southern Michigan, we learned that the chassis of the 2010 Cadillac SRX is stiff, which means the shock absorbers and springs can be tuned more softly, delivering a comfortable, though still responsive ride. Two suspensions are offered: the standard tune and the optional FE3 that features Continuous Damping Control, aka an active suspension that reads and adjusts every two milliseconds. The SRX's ride, even with 20-inch wheels, is smooth. Better yet, steering response is more akin to a sport sedan than what you'd experience in many other crossovers, including the Lexus RX 350. Our only complaint is that at high engine speeds (over 6,000 rpm), the engine is too loud for this level of luxury vehicle. At all other engine speeds, the engine is appropriately quiet and plenty powerful.

The 2010 SRX features numerous electronic gadgets and systems. Highlights include adaptive forward lighting that swivels the headlamps in sync with vehicle steering; a power liftgate with adjustable height setting (it won't hit your garage door if opened while parked inside); an integrated hard disc drive for audio storage; and a dual-screen video system for rear entertainment. Bluetooth compatibility is standard, as is OnStar's turn-by-turn navigation service for buyers who do not opt for the car's navigation system option.

The 2010 Cadillac SRX carries all of the safety equipment one expects in a premium crossover: standard head-curtain side airbags, front seat-mounted side airbags, safety belts with dual pretensioners and load limiters, and OnStar. The SRX also introduces the use of Martensitic steel, one of the strongest available. It helps protect against intrusion during a side impact, while also maintaining the structure during front and rear crashes. The SRX hasn't been tested by the government or the IIHS, but we'll keep you posted on results as these tests are completed.

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