K 1

1991 BMW K 1 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in BMW's allround motorcycle lineup, the 1991 BMW K 1 relies on a 987 cc (60.2 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 100 HP (73 kW) at 8,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 101.3 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the K 1 measures 264 kg (582 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.38 HP/kg (2.64 kg per horsepower). The 22-liter (5.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 235 km/h (146 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's BMW archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1989 to 1993, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.