What category is the 1989 BMW K 1?

The 1989 BMW K 1 has a Category of Sport touring.

What is the engine size of the 1989 BMW K 1?

The 1989 BMW K 1 has a Capacity: of 987.00 ccm (60.23 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 1989 BMW K 1 have?

The 1989 BMW K 1 has a Engine type of In-line four, four-stroke.

What is the engine power of the 1989 BMW K 1?

The 1989 BMW K 1 has a Power of 100.00.

What is the top speed of the 1989 BMW K 1?

The 1989 BMW K 1 has a Top speed of 235.0 km/h (146.0 mph).

Is the 1989 BMW K 1 air cooled or liquid cooled?

The 1989 BMW K 1 has a Cooling system of Liquid.

How many gears does the 1989 BMW K 1 have?

The 1989 BMW K 1 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the 1989 BMW K 1 weigh?

The 1989 BMW K 1 has a Weight incl. oil, gas, etc of 264.0 kg (582.0 pounds).

BMW K 1 - 1989 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 1989 BMW K 1
Brand: BMW

The 1989 BMW K 1 is a sport touring motorcycle that blends performance with practicality, ideal for riders seeking spirited highway cruising. Powered by a 987cc liquid-cooled inline-four producing 100 horsepower, it achieves a 235 km/h top speed while maintaining comfort for longer journeys. Best known for its innovative aerodynamic styling and shaft-drive reliability, the K 1 represents BMW's ambitious entry into the sportbike market.

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General information
Category	Sport touring
Year	1989
Model	BMW K 1
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission type,final drive	Shaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Fuel control	DOHC
Valves per cylinder	4
Bore x stroke	67.0 x 70.0 mm (2.6 x 2.8 inches)
Compression	11.0:1
Top speed	235.0 km/h (146.0 mph)
Power	100.00
Engine type	In-line four, four-stroke
Capacity:	987.00 ccm (60.23 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes	Dual disc
Rear tyre dimensions	160/60-18
Front tyre dimensions	120/70-17

Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	22.00 litres (5.81 gallons)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	264.0 kg (582.0 pounds)
Other specs
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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

100 hp

Peak Power

3.8s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track55%

City40%

Cornering60%

Daily Riding55%

Touring65%

Passenger55%

Rider Profile

Best For	This is best suited to an experienced rider comfortable with a heavy, powerful sport-tourer that demands deliberate inputs.
Purpose	Built as a futuristic, fully-faired sport-tourer, it prioritizes high-speed stability and long-distance grand touring over agility or off-road ability.
Rider Fit	At 239 kg dry with a low-ish 780mm seat height, it is manageable at a stop but its bulk is felt at low speeds and when maneuvering.
Character	It has a distinctive, eccentric personality as one of BMW's boldest 1990s designs, blending shaft-drive touring comfort with a genuinely quick in-line four engine.
Not Ideal For	It is not a good fit for new riders, off-road use, or anyone wanting a light, flickable machine for tight city streets.

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