Batteries for BMW R 1200
Which battery does a BMW R 1200 need?
What battery does a BMW R 1200 take? The same R 1200 may fit up to three different battery types depending on engine, registration year and electrical equipment. To get it right we need to narrow these two details.
Next step: enter engine and year of your R 1200
With engine and year we filter among the variants BMW fitted across production of the R 1200 and we show the exact battery compatible with your vehicle.
What you will see on every battery compatible with your BMW R 1200
- Capacity (Ah): amp-hours driving electrical autonomy.
- Cold-cranking amps (CCA): cold-start power, critical in winter.
- Dimensions (L×W×H): so it fits your vehicle tray.
- Positive terminal: location (right/left) per manufacturer layout.
- Recommended: the reference BMW fits at the factory on your R 1200.
Every reference is audited by our technical team to ensure exact fit with your BMW R 1200. Dispatched within 24h and technical support for the swap.
Frequent:
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R 1200 C (259C) (45 KW / 61 hp)07/1997 - 2004 -
R 1200 C Avantgarde (259C) (45 KW / 61 hp)09/1998 - 2003 -
R 1200 C Classic (259C) (45 KW / 61 hp)2001 - 2004 -
R 1200 C Independent (259C) (45 KW / 61 hp)2001 - 2005 -
R 1200 C Montauk (259C) (45 KW / 61 hp)09/2003 - 2005 -
R 1200 CL (K30) (45 KW / 61 hp)10/2001 - 07/2004 -
R 1200 GS "15 Jahre GS 4-Ventiler" (K25) (77 KW / 105 hp)05/2009 - 2009 -
R 1200 GS "30 Years GS" (K25) (81 KW / 110 hp)2010 -
R 1200 GS Adventure "30 Years GS" (K25) (81 KW / 110 hp)2010 -
R 1200 GS Adventure Triple Black (K25) (81 KW / 110 hp)08/2011 - 2012 -
R 1200 GS Rallye (K25) (81 KW / 110 hp)2012 -
R 1200 GS Special Edition (K25) (77 KW / 105 hp)08/2009 - 2010 -
R 1200 GS Triple Black (K25) (81 KW / 110 hp)2011 - 2012 -
R 1200 R (K26) (79 KW / 107 hp)2014 - 2026 -
R 1200 R (R12WR) (92 KW / 125 hp)2014 - 2026 -
R 1200 R Classic (R1ST) (81 KW / 110 hp)2011 - 2026 -
R 1200 RS (R12WR) (92 KW / 125 hp)2014 - 2026 -
R 1200 ST Edition (R1ST) (81 KW / 110 hp)10/2006 - 2007
Frequently asked questions
- The BMW R 1200 may use different batteries depending on engine and equipment. Check dimensions and positive terminal position before purchasing.
- Yes, you can install a higher capacity (Ah) battery as long as the physical dimensions fit your BMW R 1200 battery compartment and the positive terminal position matches.
- Motorcycles can use GEL, AGM, or conventional batteries. GEL batteries are ideal for occasional use. AGM batteries are the best option for heavy use or high-power motorcycles. Always check the polarity before installation.
- Polarity indicates which side has the positive (+) terminal. This is critical for motorcycles because some models have the positive terminal on the left and others on the right. Check the label on your current battery or the manufacturer's manual.
- Yes. First disconnect the negative (−) wire and then the positive (+) wire. When installing the new one, connect the positive (+) wire first and then the negative (−) wire. Always respect the correct polarity.
- Use the search tool by selecting your vehicle's make and model. Our system automatically filters compatible part numbers verified by our technicians. If you have any questions, contact us via WhatsApp.
- All our batteries come with the legal guarantee provided by consumer law against manufacturing defects. If a battery has a manufacturing defect, it will be replaced at no cost to the user.
- Under normal circumstances, batteries usually arrive within 1 to 2 days of ordering. However, there are some cases where delivery may take a little longer: peak seasons (Black Friday, Christmas, etc.), palletized shipments, occasional stock shortages, etc.