BMW’s top-of-the-range R100RS model embodies the company’s philosophy of quality, exclusivity, and high-performance touring. Its sleek, aerodynamically optimized fairing, designed in collaboration with Pininfarina, is a masterpiece of engineering that not only improves high-speed stability but also provides unparalleled protection from the elements.
Under the R100RS’s sleek lines lies a horizontally opposed, twin-cylinder engine that develops a healthy 70bhp at 7250 rpm. This potent powerplant, paired with two 40mm Bing carburetors, provides effortless acceleration and a top speed of around 125mph – although BMW’s designers would argue that’s not the point.
Riding the R100RS is an experience unlike any other, with its sublime balance of power and control allowing riders to tackle long-distance tours with ease and confidence. Whether navigating twisty mountain roads or cruising down the highway, the R100RS is a true grand tourer that redefines the art of motorcycle travel. And when the weather turns foul, the R100RS’s remarkable fairing proves to be a trusted companion, shielding riders from wind and rain while keeping them clean and dry.
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
1977
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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