BMW K 1 - 1991 Specifications and Reviews
The 1991 BMW K 1 is a sport-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking a blend of performance and practicality. Its 987cc inline-four engine delivers 100 horsepower with a top speed of 235 km/h, making it capable yet refined. Known for its aerodynamic fairing and shaft drive reliability, the K 1 suits experienced riders who value comfort on longer journeys without sacrificing sportiness.
General information | |
| Category | Allround |
| Year | 1991 |
| 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) |
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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 |
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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 | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
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.
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