The BMW R 100RS is a masterclass in motorcycle design, where function and form blend seamlessly together to create a riding experience like no other. Under its sleek, aerodynamic fairing lies a basic yet robust boxer twin engine, designed for long-haul journeys and capable of redefining road maps with its three-quarter scale touring prowess.
The engine’s air-cooled cylinders fit outside in the airstream, away from the rider, allowing for a more efficient cooling system and a reduced engine compartment. This design choice enables the fairing to surround the engine crankcase, creating a streamlined profile that slices through the wind with ease.
Riding the R 100RS is an exercise in harmony, where the rider is nestled within the fairing’s contours, yet still able to access essential controls and instrumentation. The cockpit’s minimalist approach eschews unnecessary frills, instead focusing on simplicity and unadulterated riding pleasure. This is a motorcycle that rewards those who value substance over flash, and is content with redefining the limits of what’s possible on two wheels.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 2 valves per cylinder
Engine Capacity
980 cc / 59.8 cub in.
Max Power
51 kw / 70 hp
Max Torque
76 Nm / 7.75 kgf-m / 56 ft-lb @ 6000 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity
6.3 US gallons / 24.0 L
Weight (Wet/Kerb)
506 lbs / 230 kg
Seat Height
32.3 inches / 820 mm
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
BMW R 100RS
Year
1984 – 85
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, 2 valves per cylinder
Displacement
980 cc / 59.8 cub in.
Bore x Stroke
94 x 70.6 mm
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Max Horsepower
51 kw / 70 hp
Max Torque
76 Nm / 7.75 kgf-m / 56 ft-lb @ 6000 rpm
Engine Management System
2 x Constant depression carburettors, Bing 94/40/105 – 94/40/106
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