1986 BMW K100RS
Introduced in 1986, the 1986 BMW K100RS features a 987cc DOHC inline-4 engine producing 90hp, establishing itself as a notable sport bike.
Specifications
Engine
- Type
- DOHC inline-4
- Displacement
- 987 cc
- Cylinders
- 4
- Power
- 90 hp @ 8000 rpm
- Torque
- 86.0 Nm
- Compression
- —
- Bore × Stroke
- 67.0 × 70.0 mm
- Cooling
- Water-cooled
- Fuel System
- Bosch LE-Jetronic fuel injection
Chassis & Transmission
- Frame
- Steel tube space frame
- Front Suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear Suspension
- Monolever swingarm
- Front Brake
- Dual disc
- Rear Brake
- Single disc
- Front Tyre
- —
- Rear Tyre
- —
- Transmission
- 5-speed
- Final Drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top Speed
- 220 km/h (137 mph)
- ¼ Mile
- —
Dimensions & Weight
- Dry Weight
- 245 kg (540 lbs)
- Wet Weight
- 262 kg (578 lbs)
- Seat Height
- 810 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1516 mm
- Ground Clearance
- —
- Fuel Capacity
- 22.0 L
History & Story
The 1986 1986 BMW K100RS was introduced by BMW as a sport bike aimed at riders seeking sport bike performance and style. Manufactured in Germany, it represented BMW's vision for the four-cylinder sport bike market during the 1980s.
The 1986 BMW K100RS is motivated by a 987cc DOHC inline-4 four-cylinder unit delivering 90hp at 8000 rpm. Breathing through Bosch LE-Jetronic fuel injection and kept cool by water-cooled, the engine drives through a 5-speed transmission with shaft final drive.
Built around a steel tube space frame frame, the 1986 BMW K100RS suspends its 245 kg (540 lbs) on telescopic fork forks and monolever swingarm rear units. Braking relies on dual disc at the front and single disc at the rear, with a 1516 mm wheelbase providing stability.
Performance-wise, the 1986 BMW K100RS achieves a claimed top speed of 220 km/h (137 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 22.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for sport bike duties. The seat height of 810 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
The 1986 BMW K100RS is motivated by a 987cc DOHC inline-4 four-cylinder unit delivering 90hp at 8000 rpm. Breathing through Bosch LE-Jetronic fuel injection and kept cool by water-cooled, the engine drives through a 5-speed transmission with shaft final drive.
Built around a steel tube space frame frame, the 1986 BMW K100RS suspends its 245 kg (540 lbs) on telescopic fork forks and monolever swingarm rear units. Braking relies on dual disc at the front and single disc at the rear, with a 1516 mm wheelbase providing stability.
Performance-wise, the 1986 BMW K100RS achieves a claimed top speed of 220 km/h (137 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 22.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for sport bike duties. The seat height of 810 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
Known Issues
- Final drive spline wear on shaft-drive models
- Fuel injection (K-series) relay board failures
- Starter motor brushes wear over time
Fun Facts
- The 1986 BMW K100RS was produced in BMW's Germany facilities
- The 1986 BMW K100RS featured a steel tube space frame frame typical of 1980s design philosophy
Collector Information
- Parts Availability
- Good
- Collector Rating
- 5/10
Resources & Parts
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