What category is the 1993 BMW R 100 GS Paris-Dakar?

General information
Category	Trial
Model	BMW R 100 GS Paris-Dakar
Year	1993

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission typefinal drive	Shaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Air
Fuel control	OHV
Valves per cylinder	2
Bore x stroke	94.0 x 70.6 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches)
Compression	8.5:1
Power	60.00
Stroke	4
Engine type	Two cylinder boxer
Capacity:	979.00 ccm (59.74 cubic inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	250.0 kg (551.2 pounds)

BMW R 100 GS Paris-Dakar dimensions and frame
Rear brakes	Expanding brake
Front brakes	Single disc
Rear tyre dimensions	130/80-17
Front tyre dimensions	90/90-21
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	162.0 km/h (100.7 mph)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Fuel capacity	35.00 litres (9.25 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

60 hp

Peak Power

6.5s

0-60 mph

Track20%

City45%

Cornering55%

Daily Riding60%

Touring82%

Passenger65%

Best For	Best suited to riders with at least intermediate experience who are comfortable managing a tall, torque-heavy adventure bike on varied terrain.
Purpose	Built for long-distance overland adventure touring, mixing tarmac droning with genuine unpaved and rough-road capability.
Rider Fit	The tall 850mm seat height and 207kg dry weight demand reasonable rider height and confidence handling a substantial bike at low speed or off-road.
Character	A rugged, torque-rich boxer twin with classic Paris-Dakar rally heritage, valuing durability and go-anywhere composure over outright speed.
Not Ideal For	Not the right choice for riders wanting sharp sport-bike acceleration or a light, flickable machine for tight urban commuting.

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