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Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey, August 2002 ...

Some folks think about a six-day cruise as the right trip. Different's would possibly agree, so long as the times are marked by blurred fence posts and dotted traces as a substitute of palm timber and ocean waves. For them, BMW introduces the right different to a deck chair - the R 1200 CL.

Motorcyclists had been shocked when BMW launched its first cruiser in 1997, however the R 1200 C rapidly rose to change into that 12 months's best-selling BMW. The unique has since spawned a number of derivatives together with the Phoenix, Euro, Montana and Stiletto. This 12 months, BMW's cruiser varieties the idea for probably the most radical departure but, the R 1200 CL. With its customary integral onerous saddlebags, prime field and distinctive handlebar-mounted fairing, the CL represents twin-cylinder luxury-touring at its most interesting, a totally trendy luxurious touring-cruiser with a contact of traditional BMW.

Though primarily based on the R 1200 C, the brand new CL consists of quite a few key modifications in chassis, drivetrain, tools and look, particularly designed to boost the R 1200's skills as a long-distance mount. Whereas it makes use of the identical torquey, 1170cc 61-hp model of BMW's extremely profitable R259 twin, the CL backs it with a six-speed overdrive transmission. A reworked Telelever will increase the bike's rake for more-relaxed high-speed steering, whereas the fork's wider spacing gives room for the sculpted double-spoke, 16-inch wheel and 150/80 entrance tire. Equally, a bolstered Monolever rear suspension controls an identical 15-inch alloy wheel and 170/80 rear tire. As you'd count on, triple disc brakes that includes BMW's newest EVO entrance brake system and absolutely built-in ABS deliver the bike to a halt at day's end-and set the CL other than some other luxurious cruiser available on the market.

But regardless of all of the chassis modifications, it is the brand new CL's visible assertion that represents the bike's largest break with its cruiser-mates. With its grip-to-grip sweep, the handlebar-mounted fairing evokes traditional touring bikes, whereas the CL's distinctive quad-headlamps give the bike a decidedly avant-garde look - along with offering standard-setting illumination. A pair of frame-mounted lowers extends the fairing's wind protection and gives area for a number of the CL's electrics and the non-compulsory stereo. The instrument panel is exceptionally clear, surrounded by a matte grey background that matches the kneepads inset within the fairing extensions. The speedometer and tachometer flank a panel of warning lights, capped by the usual analog clock. Built-in mirror/turnsignal pods lengthen from the fairing to supply additional wind safety. Lastly, absolutely built-in, color-matched saddlebags mix with a regular prime field to supply a steamer trunk's baggage capability.

The CL's using place blends components of each tourer and cruiser, starting with a reassuringly low, 29.Three-inch seat peak. The seat itself includes two components, a rider portion with an integral lower-back relaxation, and a taller passenger perch that features a customary backrest constructed into the highest field. Heated seats, first seen on the Ok 1200 LT, are additionally accessible for the CL to enrich the usual heated grips. A broad, flat handlebar locations these grips a snug attain away, and the CL's floorboards permit the rider to shift place simply with out compromising management. Customary cruise management helps soften the miles on lengthy freeway stints. A handy heel/toe shifter makes for easy gearchanges whereas including precisely the fitting traditional contact.

The R 1200 CL backs up its cruiser origins with the identical excellent consideration to cosmetics as is proven within the purposeful particulars. Along with the fantastically completed bodywork, the luxurious cruiser boasts an assortment of chrome highlights, together with valve covers, exhaust system, saddlebag latches and body panels, with an non-compulsory package so as to add much more brightwork. Obtainable colours embrace Pearl Silver Metallic, Capri Blue Metallic and Mojave Brown Metallic, this final with a alternative of black or brown saddle (different colours characteristic black).

The R 1200 CL Engine: Gearing For The Lengthy Haul

BMW's latest tourer begins with a stable foundation-the 61-hp R 1200 C engine. The unique, 1170cc cruiser powerplant blends a broad powerband and instantaneous response with a wholesome, 72 lb.-ft. of torque. Like its forebear, the brand new CL gives its peak torque at 3000 rpm-exactly the type of energy supply for a touring twin. Motronic MA 2.four engine administration ensures that this Boxer blends this accessible energy with long-term reliability and minimal emissions, whereas on the similar time eliminating the choke lever for full push-button simplicity. After all, the MoDiTec diagnostic characteristic makes sustaining the CL each bit so simple as the opposite members of BMW's steady.

Whereas tourers and cruisers place related calls for on their engines, a touring bike usually operates by a wider pace vary. Consequently, the R 1200 CL mates this acquainted engine to a brand new, six-speed transmission. The primary 5 gear ratios are much like the unique R 1200's, however the sixth gear gives a big overdrive, which drops engine pace properly below 3000 rpm at 60 mph. This vary of gearing means the CL can handle both responsive in-town working or relaxed freeway cruising with equal finesse, and locations the luxurious cruiser proper within the coronary heart of its powerband at touring speeds for easy roll-on passes.

As well as, the brand new transmission has been totally massaged internally, with re-angled gear tooth that present further overlap for quieter working. Shifting is likewise improved by way of a revised inner shift mechanism that produces smoother, extra exact gearchanges. Lastly, the brand new transmission design is lighter (roughly 1 kg.), which helps preserve the CL's weight all the way down to a decent 679 lbs. (moist). The improved design of this transmission might be adopted by different Boxer-twins all through the approaching 12 months.

The CL Chassis: Wheeled Baggage By no means Labored This Effectively

Each bit as distinctive because the CL's Boxer-twin drivetrain is the bike's chassis, main off-literally and figuratively-with BMW's standard-setting Telelever entrance suspension. The CL's setup is similar in idea and performance to the R 1200 C's fork, however shares just about no components with the earlier cruiser's. The tourer's wider, 16-inch entrance wheel known as for wider-set fork tubes, so the highest triple clamp, fork bridge, fork tubes and axle have all been revised, and the axle has switched to a full-floating design. The aluminum Telelever itself has been additional reworked to supply a barely extra raked look, which additionally creates a extra relaxed steering response for improved straight-line stability. The entrance shock has been re-angled and its spring and damping charges modified to accommodate the brand new bike's suspension geometry, however is in any other case much like the unique R 1200 C's damper.

Equally, the R 1200 CL's Monolever rear suspension differs intimately, relatively than idea, from earlier BMW cruisers. Elevated reinforcing gives further power on the shock mount, whereas a revised final-drive housing gives mounts for the brand new rear brake. However the major rear suspension change is a change to a shock with travel-related damping, much like that launched on the R 1150 GS Journey. This new shock not solely gives for a smoother, extra managed experience but in addition produces an extra 20mm journey in comparison with the opposite cruisers, bringing the rear suspension journey to four.72 inches.

The Telelever and Monolever bolt to a regular R 1200 C entrance body that differs solely intimately from the unique. The rear subframe, nonetheless, is totally new, designed to accommodate the in depth baggage system and passenger seating on the R 1200 CL. Along with the completely affixed saddlebags, the bigger seats, flooring boards, prime field and new aspect stand all require new mounting factors.

All this new rolls on fully restyled double-spoke wheels (16 x Three.5 entrance/15 x four.Zero rear) that carry wider, higher-profile (80-series) touring tires for an especially easy experience. Bolted to those wheels are bigger disc brakes (12.Zero-inch entrance, 11.2-inch rear), with the newest version of BMW's standard-setting EVO brakes. A pair of four-piston calipers cease the entrance wheel, paired with a two-piston unit-adapted from the Ok 1200 LT-at the rear. In step with the bike's touring orientation, the brand new CL consists of BMW's newest, absolutely built-in ABS, which actuates each entrance and rear brakes by both the entrance hand lever or the rear brake pedal.

The CL Bodywork: Dressed To The Nines

Though all these mechanical modifications be sure that the brand new R 1200 CL works like no different luxurious cruiser, it is the bike's styling and bodywork that basically set it aside. Starting with the bike's handlebar-mounted fairing, the CL seems like nothing else on the highway, nevertheless it's the purposeful attributes that show its price. The broad sweep of the fairing emphasizes its aerodynamic form, which gives most wind safety with a minimal of buffeting. 4 headlamps, with their horizontal/vertical orientation, give the CL its distinctive face and likewise create the very best illumination exterior of a baseball stadium (the high-beams are borrowed from the GS).

The M-shaped windshield, with its dipped heart part, produces distinctive wind safety but nonetheless permits the rider to look over the clear-plastic protect when rain or highway dust obscure the view. Equally, clear extensions on the fairing's decrease edges enhance wind safety even additional however nonetheless permit an unobstructed view ahead for maneuvering in extraordinarily shut quarters. The turnsignal pods present additional wind protection, and on the similar time the integral mirrors give a transparent view to the rear.

Complementing the fairing, each visually and functionally, the frame-mounted lowers divert the wind blast across the rider to supply additional climate safety. Openings vent heat air from the frame-mounted twin oil-coolers and direct the warmth away from the rider. As famous earlier, the lowers additionally home the electronics for the bike's non-compulsory alarm system and cruise management. A pair of 12-volt accent shops are customary.

Just like the Ok 1200 LT, the brand new R 1200 CL features a capacious baggage system as customary, all of it color-matched and designed to accommodate rider and passenger for the lengthy haul. The completely hooked up saddlebags embrace clamshell lids that permit for straightforward loading and unloading. Chrome bumper strips defend the saddlebags from minor tipover harm. The highest field gives further safe baggage area, or it may be merely unbolted to uncover a beautiful aluminum baggage rack. An non-compulsory backrest will be bolted on rather than the highest field. After all, saddlebags and prime field are lockable and keyed to the ignition change.

Choices & Equipment: Extra Private Than A Monogram

Given BMW's conventional emphasis on touring choices and the cruiser proprietor's typical calls for for personalisation, it is solely logical to count on a variety of equipment and choices for the corporate's first luxurious cruiser. The CL fulfills these expectations with a myriad of choices and equipment, starting with heated or velour-like Delicate Contact seats and a low windshield. Digital and communications choices comparable to an AM/FM/CD stereo, cruise management and onboard communication could make time on the highway rather more nice, whether or not you are out for a day experience or a cross-country trek - as a result of in spite of everything, no one says you need to be again in six days. Different accessible digital options embrace an anti-theft alarm, which additionally disables the engine.

Equipment designed to personalize the CL even additional vary from beauty to sensible, however all adhere to BMW's conventional requirements for high quality and match. Chrome equipment embrace engine-protection and saddlebag - safety hoops. On a sensible degree, saddlebag and prime field liners simplify packing and unpacking. Along with the backrest, a pair of rear floorboards improve passenger consolation much more.

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