What category is the 1988 BMW K 100 RS ABS?

The 1988 BMW K 100 RS ABS has a Category of Sport touring.

What is the engine size of the 1988 BMW K 100 RS ABS?

The 1988 BMW K 100 RS ABS has a Capacity: of 980.00 ccm (59.80 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 1988 BMW K 100 RS ABS have?

The 1988 BMW K 100 RS ABS has a Engine type of In-line four.

What is the engine power of the 1988 BMW K 100 RS ABS?

The 1988 BMW K 100 RS ABS has a Power of 90.00.

What is the torque of the 1988 BMW K 100 RS ABS?

The 1988 BMW K 100 RS ABS has a Torque of 86.00.

BMW K 100 RS ABS - 1988 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 1988 BMW K 100 RS ABS
Brand: BMW

The 1988 BMW K 100 RS ABS is a sport touring motorcycle ideal for riders seeking comfort and technology on longer journeys. Its innovative anti-lock braking system was pioneering for the era, while the smooth 980cc four-cylinder engine delivers reliable power and refinement. Best known for blending performance with practicality, it established BMW's reputation for advanced engineering in the sport touring segment.

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General information
Category	Sport touring
Year	1988
Model	BMW K 100 RS ABS
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Compression	10.0:1
Max RPM	8650
Torque	86.00
Power	90.00
Stroke	4
Engine type	In-line four
Capacity:	980.00 ccm (59.80 cubic inches)

Other specs
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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

90 hp

Peak Power (est.)

4.3s

0-60 mph (est.)

Best For

Track40%

City45%

Cornering55%

Daily Riding65%

Touring88%

Passenger75%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to riders with some experience who appreciate a substantial, shaft-driven sport tourer rather than a nimble beginner bike.
Purpose	Built for confident long-distance road riding, blending sporty in-line four performance with genuine touring comfort.
Rider Fit	Its considerable heft and long wheelbase mean a taller, physically capable rider will feel most at home managing it at low speeds.
Character	A refined, mechanically robust cruiser of the autobahn, valuing smooth power delivery and stability over outright agility.
Not Ideal For	Not the right choice for riders seeking flickable canyon-carving agility or any kind of off-road capability.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.