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LT touring

 

1997 BMW K1100 LT

(K1100 LT ABS Basic, LT ABS Highline, LT ABS Special Edition)

The luxury of motorcycling -- now with three option packages for the discerning rider

 


The K1100 LT returns this year better than ever with three option packages offering touring riders the chance to get exactly the bike they want with a minimum of fuss. The new models come in a variety of colors -- including the sharp new Special Edition with chromed engine covers and 2-tone styling. Plus the K1100 LT provides an powerful 1100cc inline 4-cylinder engine to help you roar down the highway with power to spare.

K1100 LT ABS "Basic" --
For those enthusiasts who wish to get back to basic touring BMW offers the K1100 LT ABS "Basic" series with all the performance and flexibility of the K1100 series. This model would typically be called the "RT" but due to consistencies with documentation and manuals it has been given the name LT. "Basic" it may be but it comes stock with matte black bags, pre-drilled handlebars (for heated grips), advanced ABS II, and all the comfort riders expect from BMW -- the best tourers the world has to offer. Also included in these models are 2 accessory sockets, 3-spoke wheels, electrically adjustable windscreen, luggage rack, and more!

K1100 LT ABS "Special Edition" and "Highline" --
The K1100 LT ABS is the premier performance touring machine and these new 1997 models show all the traits of true champions. Coming stock with all the options including an AM-FM stereo radio/cassette player, heated grips, adjustable brake lever, color matched luggage, engine protection bars, and much much more! These models are truely top of the line with the Highline model offerring chromed engine covers, polished fork legs, and Fjord Grey/Canyon Red Metallic two-tone paint.

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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, 2.75:1 ratio (33/12)
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 pos. preload
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 2.50 x 18 MT-H2, cast alloy, 3-spoke U-profile
Rear Wheel 3.0 x 17 MT-H2, cast alloy, 3-spoke U-profile
Front Tire 110/80 -- VB 18 tubeless
Rear Tire 140/80 -- VB 17 tubeless
Dimensions
Overall Length 88.6 inches (2250 mm)
Overall Width 36.0 inches (915 mm) (over mirrors)
Wheelbase 61.6 inches (1565 mm) (unladen)
Ground Clearance 4.9 inches (125 mm) (unladen)
Seat Height 31.9 (810 mm)
Handlebar Width 30.1 inches (765 mm) (with weights)
Steering Angle 63 degrees
Front Wheel Trail 3.98 inches (101 mm) (with rider)
Weight -- Dry 551 lbs.
Weight -- Wet 639 lbs.
Maximum Load 1102 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating
Axle load distribution 50% / 50% unladen
46.4% / 53.6% with rider
Available Colors
Mystic Red Metallic (Basic model)
Fjord Grey/Canyon Red Metallic (High Line)
Night Black/Aspen Silver Metallic (Special Edition)
Standard Equipment
Touring fairing with electrically adjustable windshield ABS II brake system
Catalytic converter enclosed in stainless steel exhaust system Large Luggage Rack for top box
Integrated ignition and steering lock Single key lock system for all locks
High performance front and rear speakers with fader control (Highline and Special Edition only) Heated handlebar grips, map reading light, dual tone horns
Fuel capactiy and coolant temperature guages, digital clock Hazard waring flashers, two power accessory sockets
BMW "comfort" touring dual seat Two large lockable fairing storage compartments
Matte black integral luggage cases (Basic Model)
Integral luggage cases with painted lids (Highline and Special Edition only)
Removable top box with painted lid, integral back rest pad (Highline and Special Edition only)
Engine protection bars (Highline and Special Edition only)
Complete AM/FM stereo radio/cassette with handlebar mounted remote control (Highline and Special Edition only)
Special "High Line" trim accents, polished and chromed components (Highline only)




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