1993 BMW K1100RS
A sport bike from 1993, the 1993 BMW K1100RS delivers 100hp from its 1092cc DOHC inline-4 engine.
Specifications
Engine
- Type
- DOHC inline-4
- Displacement
- 1092 cc
- Cylinders
- 4
- Power
- 100 hp @ 7500 rpm
- Torque
- 105.0 Nm
- Compression
- —
- Bore × Stroke
- 70.4 × 70.0 mm
- Cooling
- Water-cooled
- Fuel System
- Bosch Motronic fuel injection
Chassis & Transmission
- Frame
- Steel tube space frame
- 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
- 230 km/h (143 mph)
- ¼ Mile
- —
Dimensions & Weight
- Dry Weight
- 249 kg (549 lbs)
- Wet Weight
- 268 kg (591 lbs)
- Seat Height
- 800 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1530 mm
- Ground Clearance
- —
- Fuel Capacity
- 22.0 L
History & Story
The 1993 1993 BMW K1100RS 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 1990s.
The 1993 BMW K1100RS is motivated by a 1092cc DOHC inline-4 four-cylinder unit delivering 100hp at 7500 rpm. Breathing through Bosch Motronic fuel injection and kept cool by water-cooled, the engine drives through a 5-speed transmission with shaft final drive.
The chassis employs a steel tube space frame frame with telescopic fork up front and paralever swingarm at the rear. Stopping power comes from dual disc front and single disc rear brakes. Tipping the scales at 249 kg (549 lbs) dry, the 1993 BMW K1100RS offers a manageable riding experience with a 1530 mm wheelbase.
Performance-wise, the 1993 BMW K1100RS achieves a claimed top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 22.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for sport bike duties. The seat height of 800 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
The 1993 BMW K1100RS is motivated by a 1092cc DOHC inline-4 four-cylinder unit delivering 100hp at 7500 rpm. Breathing through Bosch Motronic fuel injection and kept cool by water-cooled, the engine drives through a 5-speed transmission with shaft final drive.
The chassis employs a steel tube space frame frame with telescopic fork up front and paralever swingarm at the rear. Stopping power comes from dual disc front and single disc rear brakes. Tipping the scales at 249 kg (549 lbs) dry, the 1993 BMW K1100RS offers a manageable riding experience with a 1530 mm wheelbase.
Performance-wise, the 1993 BMW K1100RS achieves a claimed top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 22.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for sport bike duties. The seat height of 800 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 1993 BMW K1100RS was one of the largest-displacement motorcycles of its era
- With 100hp, the 1993 BMW K1100RS was considered extremely powerful when launched
Collector Information
- Parts Availability
- Good
- Collector Rating
- 5/10
Resources & Parts
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