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96 K1100 RS on the beach

 

1996 BMW K1100 RS

Sport touring with the inline 4

 


Even after riding just a short distance on the BMW K1100 RS, you will be convinced that all-round high performance is far more important than one-sided extremes. You will realize that you don't have to sacrifice anything. Neither dynamism nor comfort, sports character or safety. You can be sure that this trendsetter of the 1990s will continue to attract envious glances well past the year 2000.

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Engine
Type liquid-cooled, four stroke inline 4-cylinder
Bore x stroke 70.5 mm x 70.0 mm
Displacement 1093 cc
Horsepower 100 Bhp @ 7750 rpm
Torque 77.3 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm
Compression Ratio 11.0:1
Valve Gear DOHC, chain-driven
Valves 2 x 26.5 mm intake / 2 x 23.0 mm exhaust
Valve Timing
Measured at 3 mm valve clearance  
intake opens 14 degrees after TDC
intake closes 18 degrees after BDC
exhaust opens 18 degrees before BDC
exhaust closes 14 degrees before TDC
Valves per cylinder Four
Camshafts 256 degrees
Engine Oil Capacity 4 quarts of SF, SG motor oil, also w/CC or CD
Engine Oil Filter enclosed spin-on Micronic filter cartridge
Carburetion and ignition fuel injection and electronic ignition controlled by Bosch Motronic MA 2.2 engine management system
Fuel Demand unleaded, middle-grade premium, 89 (AKI)
Fuel Tank aluminum tank with enclosed fuel pump and filter
Fuel Capacity 5.2 US gallons including 1.3 gal. reserve
Air Filter Micronic plate-type paper element
Charging system 14 V, 50 Amp Alternator (700W)
Battery BMW Mareg, 19 Amp/h low maintenance
Cooling System Liquid cooled controlled via thermostat
Drivetrain
Primary drive Helical-cut gears with tensioner
Clutch 180 mm dry, single plate with diaphram spring
Gear Ratios 1st gear-- 4.49:1
2nd gear-- 2.96:1
3rd gear-- 2.30:1
4th gear-- 1.88:1
5th gear-- 1.61:1
Drive System enclosed driveshaft with two universal joints and integral torsional damper
Final Drive spiral bevel gears, 2.81:1 ratio (31/11)
Frame and Suspension
Frame Tubular steel, engine as a structural component
Front Suspension telescopic fork with progressive spring action, refillable "cartridge type damper" system
Travel / Dimensions 5.3 inches / 41.7 mm stanchion tube diameter
Rear Suspension Patented BMW Paralever swingarm and shaft drive, single shock with variable rebound damping
Travel / Dimensions 4.7 inches, progressive spring, 5 positions
Brakes
Brake System BMW / FAG anti-lock brake system ABS II
Front Brakes two 4-piston calipers, wear compensation
Front Rotors dual 12.0 inch floating rotors
Actuation method hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type
Rear Brake one double-action 2-piston caliper
Rear Rotor single 11.2 inch diameter fixed rotor
Actuation method hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type
Wheels and Tires
Front Wheel 3.50 x 17 MT-H2, cast alloy, 3-spoke U-profile
Rear Wheel 4.50 x 18 MT-H2, cast alloy, 3-spoke U-profile
Front Tire 120/70 -- VR 17 tubeless
Rear Tire 160/60 -- VR 18 tubeless
Dimensions
Overall Length 87.8 inches (2230 mm)
Overall Width 31.66 inches (803 mm) (over mirrors)
Wheelbase 61.6 inches (1565 mm) (unladen)
Ground Clearance 4.9 inches (125 mm) (unladen)
Seat Height 31.5 (800 mm)
Handlebar Width 28.0 inches (710 mm) (with weights)
Steering Angle 64 degrees
Front Wheel Trail 3.74 inches (95 mm) (with rider)
Weight -- Dry 564 lbs.
Weight -- Wet 617 lbs.
Maximum Load 1069 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating
Axle load distribution 49% / 51% unladen
46% / 54% with rider
Available Colors
Marrakech Red #658
Night Black/Arctic Silver Metallic #711 (SE Model only)
Graphite Metallic #704
Palmetto Green Metallic #706
Standard Equipment
Integral sport-touring fairing with full lower protection
Single key lock system for ignition, steering, fuel cap, seat storage compartment locks
Integrated ignition and steering lock
Rear storage compartment including 16 piece toolkit and tire repair kit
Fuel capacity and coolant temperature gauges
Dual tone horns
Hazard warning flashers, digital clock
Polished fork legs (SE models only)
Power accessory socket
Catalytic converter enclosed in stainless steel exhaust system
ABS II (anti-lock braking system)




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