1992 BMW R100R
Introduced in 1992, the 1992 BMW R100R features a 980cc OHV flat-twin engine producing 60hp, establishing itself as a notable naked bike.
Specifications
Engine
- Type
- OHV flat-twin
- Displacement
- 980 cc
- Cylinders
- 2
- Power
- 60 hp @ 6500 rpm
- Torque
- 56.0 Nm
- Compression
- —
- Bore × Stroke
- 94.0 × 70.6 mm
- Cooling
- Air-cooled
- Fuel System
- 2x Bing carburetors
Chassis & Transmission
- Frame
- Steel double cradle
- Front Suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear Suspension
- Paralever swingarm
- Front Brake
- Dual disc
- Rear Brake
- Single disc
- Front Tyre
- —
- Rear Tyre
- —
- Transmission
- 5-speed
- Final Drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top Speed
- 175 km/h (109 mph)
- ¼ Mile
- —
Dimensions & Weight
- Dry Weight
- 190 kg (419 lbs)
- Wet Weight
- 206 kg (454 lbs)
- Seat Height
- 810 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1467 mm
- Ground Clearance
- —
- Fuel Capacity
- 22.0 L
History & Story
In 1992, BMW launched the 1992 BMW R100R — a naked bike that would come to define an era of motorcycling. Hailing from Germany, it combined Germany engineering with naked bike appeal.
The 1992 BMW R100R is motivated by a 980cc OHV flat-twin twin-cylinder unit delivering 60hp at 6500 rpm. Breathing through 2x Bing carburetors and kept cool by air-cooled, the engine drives through a 5-speed transmission with shaft final drive.
Built around a steel double cradle frame, the 1992 BMW R100R suspends its 190 kg (419 lbs) on telescopic fork forks and paralever swingarm rear units. Braking relies on dual disc at the front and single disc at the rear, with a 1467 mm wheelbase providing stability.
Performance-wise, the 1992 BMW R100R achieves a claimed top speed of 175 km/h (109 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 22.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for naked bike duties. The seat height of 810 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
The 1992 BMW R100R is motivated by a 980cc OHV flat-twin twin-cylinder unit delivering 60hp at 6500 rpm. Breathing through 2x Bing carburetors and kept cool by air-cooled, the engine drives through a 5-speed transmission with shaft final drive.
Built around a steel double cradle frame, the 1992 BMW R100R suspends its 190 kg (419 lbs) on telescopic fork forks and paralever swingarm rear units. Braking relies on dual disc at the front and single disc at the rear, with a 1467 mm wheelbase providing stability.
Performance-wise, the 1992 BMW R100R achieves a claimed top speed of 175 km/h (109 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 22.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for naked bike duties. The seat height of 810 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
Known Issues
- Final drive spline wear on shaft-drive models
- Pushrod tube seal leaks
- Rocker arm wear
- Starter motor brushes wear over time
Fun Facts
- The 1992 BMW R100R was produced in BMW's Germany facilities
- The 1992 BMW R100R featured a steel double cradle frame typical of 1990s design philosophy
Collector Information
- Parts Availability
- Good
- Collector Rating
- 6/10
Resources & Parts
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