2026 BMW R1300RS

New 2026 BMW R 1300 RS

Sportbike attitude. Long-distance capability. Boxer soul. The 2026 BMW R 1300 RS is built for riders who want the excitement of a sport bike without giving up the comfort and versatility needed to put serious miles behind them. At its heart is BMW's legendary 1,300cc ShiftCam boxer twin, producing 145 horsepower and 110 lb-ft of torque. The broad power delivery gives the R 1300 RS plenty of punch when the road opens up while remaining smooth and relaxed when you're settling in for a longer ride.

The R 1300 RS combines a sporty riding position with a chassis designed for both precision and stability. An upside-down telescopic fork handles suspension duties up front, while BMW's EVO Paralever single-sided swingarm manages the rear. Dynamic ESA electronic suspension comes standard, allowing the bike to adapt its damping to changing riding conditions and helping maintain a composed ride whether you're attacking corners or covering highway miles.

BMW's advanced electronics package gives the R 1300 RS plenty of technology to match its performance. Full Integral ABS Pro, Dynamic Traction Control, Dynamic Cruise Control, and Keyless Ride are standard, while optional equipment includes DSA, Sport Suspension, Sport Tires, DTC-Shift, and BMW Riding Assistant. The available Automated Shift Assistant can also handle clutch operation and gear changes for riders who want an even more effortless experience.

With a 4.5-gallon fuel tank, 31.1-inch seat height, and 540-pound road-ready weight, the R 1300 RS strikes a balance between athletic performance and real-world usability. And with optional luggage, different windscreen configurations, heated seating, and rider-assistance technology available, it can be configured just as easily for a weekend blast as a cross-country trip.

The 2026 BMW R 1300 RS is a sport tourer for riders who refuse to choose between performance and practicality. It's quick, sophisticated, comfortable, and unmistakably BMW.

Key Features:

• 1,300cc BMW ShiftCam air/liquid-cooled boxer twin

• 145 hp @ 7,750 rpm

• 110 lb-ft of torque @ 6,500 rpm

• 6-speed transmission

• Shaft final drive

• Slipper clutch

• Upside-down telescopic front fork

• BMW EVO Paralever single-sided swingarm

• Dynamic ESA electronic suspension

• BMW Motorrad Full Integral ABS Pro

• Dynamic Traction Control

• Dynamic Cruise Control

• Keyless Ride

• USB-C charging socket

• Aluminum cast wheels

• Twin 310mm front brake discs

• 190/55 ZR17 rear tire

• 4.5-gallon fuel tank

• 31.1-inch seat height

• 540 lb road-ready, fully fueled weight

• 149 mph claimed maximum speed

• Optional DSA and Sport Suspension

• Optional Sport Tires

• Optional DTC-Shift

• Optional BMW Riding Assistant

• Optional Automated Shift Assistant

• Optional electrified luggage system

Available now at Moto Julia in New Orleans.