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The 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane and 1993 BMW K1100RS both compete in the sportbike segment, offering riders distinct interpretations of the formula.
The 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane from Japan was powered by a 598cc DOHC inline-4 producing 85hp at 11000rpm. Weighing 182.0kg (401 lbs) and with a seat height of 790mm, it was aimed at sportbike riders.
The 1993 BMW K1100RS, hailing from Germany, by contrast offered 1092cc of DOHC inline-4 power, delivering 100hp at 7500rpm. Tipping the scales at 249.0kg (549 lbs) with a top speed of 230km/h (143 mph), it offered a distinct riding experience. 1980s motorcycles are the rising stars of the collector market. Early sportbikes and final-generation air-cooled models are gaining strong interest.
The 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane from Japan was powered by a 598cc DOHC inline-4 producing 85hp at 11000rpm. Weighing 182.0kg (401 lbs) and with a seat height of 790mm, it was aimed at sportbike riders.
The 1993 BMW K1100RS, hailing from Germany, by contrast offered 1092cc of DOHC inline-4 power, delivering 100hp at 7500rpm. Tipping the scales at 249.0kg (549 lbs) with a top speed of 230km/h (143 mph), it offered a distinct riding experience. 1980s motorcycles are the rising stars of the collector market. Early sportbikes and final-generation air-cooled models are gaining strong interest.
Specifications Comparison
| 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane | 1993 BMW K1100RS | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 598 cc | 1092 cc |
| Power | 85 hp | 100 hp |
| Torque | 54.0 Nm | 105.0 Nm |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Quarter Mile | — | — |
| Dry Weight | 182.0 kg | 249.0 kg |
| Wet Weight | 198.0 kg | 268.0 kg |
| Seat Height | 790 mm | 800 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 L | 22.0 L |
| Gears | 6 -speed | 5 -speed |
The Verdict
For pure sportbike performance, the 1993 BMW K1100RS has the edge thanks to more power (100hp vs 85hp) and a higher top speed. The 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane, however, excels when aggressive cornering and track-day performance is the priority.
About the 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane
A sport bike from 1987, the 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane delivers 85hp from its 598cc DOHC inline-4 engine.
Full 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane Profile →About the 1993 BMW K1100RS
A sport bike from 1993, the 1993 BMW K1100RS delivers 100hp from its 1092cc DOHC inline-4 engine.
Full 1993 BMW K1100RS Profile →