BMW R 1150 RT Tire Size
The BMW R 1150 RT (1130cc) takes a 120/70-ZR17 front tire and a 170/60-ZR17 rear tire.
Key takeaways
- Front tire: 120/70-ZR17.
- Rear tire: 170/60-ZR17.
- Any tire made in the same size fits - shop across brands on price and grip.
- Covers 2001-2005 (size changed across years - see table).
Buy tires for your BMW R 1150 RT
These are the OEM sizes. Any tire made in the same size fits the rim - so you can shop across brands (Michelin, Dunlop, Pirelli, Shinko, and more) on price, grip, and mileage. Replace front and rear as a matched set where you can.
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BMW R 1150 RT tire sizes by year
| Years | Front | Rear |
|---|---|---|
| 2004-2005 | 120/70-ZR17 | 170/60-ZR17 |
| 2001-2002 | 120/70-ZR17 | 170/60-ZR17 |
Frequently asked
What size tires does a BMW R 1150 RT take?
The BMW R 1150 RT takes a 120/70-ZR17 front tire and a 170/60-ZR17 rear tire. See the by-year table for other years.
Can I fit a different brand of tire on a BMW R 1150 RT?
Yes - any tire made in the same size fits the rim, so you can choose across brands (Michelin, Dunlop, Pirelli, Shinko, and others) on price, grip, and mileage. Keep front and rear a matched pair where you can.
More parts for your BMW R 1150 RT
We cover the other consumables for your machine too - the exact fit, cited, in one place.