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17
Innovation on two wheels. The same philosophy
applies to
BMW
motorcycles that applies to four-
wheel vehicles: innovative technology creates more
efficiency, safety and comfort. And it contributes to
the environmental compatibility of mobility.
High tech in motorcycles and in automobiles alike.
Stress-free riding is aided by the first integrated
navigation system, which
BMW
has developed for
the K 1200
LT
.Inaddition, a range of electronic
and electrical comfort features is available for
the K 1200
LT
,such as seat heating, on-board
computer, cruise control and a sound system with
a
CD
changer.
Improved exhaust emissions and reduced fuel con-
sumption. Exhaust emission treatment has long
become a tradition at
BMW
. In 1991 the first fully
controlled catalytic converter was introduced into
series motorcycle production, in the 4-cylinder
engines of the so-called K Series. The technology
was then extended step by step across the entire
BMW
motorcycle model range. Since 2000 all models
have been fitted with the fully controlled, three-way
catalytic converter as standard equipment. The dual
ignition for the four-valve boxer engine, first intro-
duced at the end of 2002, further improves exhaust
emissions while reducing fuel consumption at the
same time.
Integral
ABS
 on or off. As early as the late eighties,
BMW
was breaking new ground with the first series
production anti-lock braking system (
ABS
)for motor-
cycles.
Continuous development eventually led
to the introduction of Integral ABS,in2001. This
further expanded BMW Motorrads leadership in
brake system innovation. The first motorcycle
ABS
to feature electrohydraulic brake servo, it ensures
the shortest possible stopping distance while
pro-
viding the best possible distribution of brake power
between the front and rear wheels in any situation.
2002 saw the introduction on the R 1150
GS
of an
Integral
ABS
that may be deactivated for off-road
riding.