BMW R 1300 RT Patented - Is It The New Flagship Tourer For India?

BMW Motorrad has filed patents for the R 1300 RT, signalling fresh ambitions in the luxury tourer segment as it eyes a potential India debut. As, filing of patent does not confirm that the motorcycle will be launched in the country. This successor to the R 1250 RT promises sharper dynamics and upgraded tech, built around the potent boxer engine from the R 1300 GS lineup.

At its core sits a 1,300cc air/liquid-cooled boxer twin, churning out 145 hp at 7,750 rpm and 149 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm, gains over the outgoing model's 136 hp. Paired with a six-speed gearbox and shaft drive, it hints at an optional automatic transmission for effortless long hauls. The chassis swaps tubular steel for a lighter sheet-metal frame with an aluminium subframe, aiming to trim weight while boosting rigidity for highway stability and twisty backroad fun.

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In terms of design, it brings a stacked LED headlamp, daytime running lights, and a large windscreen for superior weather protection. Panniers and a top box appear as options, preserving that signature bulky yet purposeful tourer stance.

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Up front, BMW's Telelever suspension enhances handling without compromising pillion comfort, backed by advanced electronics like multiple ride modes, traction control, cornering ABS, and a connectivity-rich TFT display.

With BMW's growing two-wheeler presence in India, and the launch of models based on the 1300 cc platform like the R 1300 GS, the brand might prioritise it for premium buyers craving refined long-distance tourers. Patents don't guarantee a green light yet, but they underscore BMW's intent to bring the touring machine here. The current tourer lineup of the brand in India consists of models like K 1600 B and K 1600 GTL along with the R 1250 RT.