Sport touring · 1988
K 100 RS ABS
MotoLibrary Score
56 /100 Balanced
Power
90 HP
Torque
86 Nm
Engine
980 ccm
Technical Overview
1988 BMW K 100 RS ABS Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by BMW for the sport touring motorcycle segment, the 1988 BMW K 100 RS ABS pairs a 980 cc (59.8 cu in) in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 90 HP (65.7 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 86 Nm (63.4 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm. With a specific output of 91.8 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
Specific Output
91.8 HP/L
Power Band Window
6,000–8,000 rpm
Engine
Displacement 980.0 ccm (59.80 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke
Engine Details In-line four, four-stroke
Power 90.0 HP (65.7 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque 86.0 Nm (8.8 kgf-m or 63.4 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression 10.0:1
Max RPM 8650
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Rider Profile
Who Is This Bike For?
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Intermediate
Requires some riding experience.
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Best For
Long Distance Touring
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