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K 100 RS

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64 /100 Sporty
Power
100 HP
Top Speed
230 km/h
Engine
987 ccm

1992 BMW K 100 RS Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around BMW's sport touring motorcycle platform, the 1992 BMW K 100 RS features a 987 cc (60.2 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 100 HP (73 kW), 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.

Within MotoLibrary's BMW archive, this model family spans 10 indexed model years from 1983 to 1992, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
101.3 HP/L
Engine
Displacement 987.0 ccm (60.23 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke
Engine Details In-line four, four-stroke
Power 100.0 HP (73.0 kW))
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection
Cooling Liquid
Max RPM 10000
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 230.0 km/h (142.9 mph)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Double disc
Other
Starter Electric
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Intermediate
Requires some riding experience.
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Long Distance Touring
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