BMW R 100 R Mystik - 1995 Specifications and Reviews

The 1995 BMW R 100 R Mystik is a classic naked bike that appeals to riders seeking timeless style and reliable performance. Its air-cooled 980cc boxer engine delivers smooth, accessible power with excellent torque characteristics. Best known for its iconic horizontal cylinders and comfortable ergonomics, this German-engineered machine remains a favorite among enthusiasts who value simplicity and durability over modern technology.

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General information

CategoryNaked bike
Year1995
ModelBMW R 100 R Mystik

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Gearbox5-speed
StarterElectric
Valves per cylinder2
Torque74.50
Power60.00
Stroke4
Engine typeTwo cylinder boxer
Capacity:980.00 ccm (59.80 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Seat height800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight197.0 kg (434.3 pounds)
 
 

BMW R 100 R Mystik dimensions and frame

Rear brakesExpanding brake
Front brakesDual disc

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.3046 HP/kg
 
 

Other specs

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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

60 hp
Peak Power
4.8s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track25%
City60%
Cornering60%
Daily Riding65%
Touring60%
Passenger50%

Rider Profile

Best ForSuits riders with at least some prior experience who appreciate a torquey, low-revving air-cooled boxer over outright speed.
PurposeA classic naked roadster built for relaxed real-world riding, backroad cruising, and light touring rather than track performance.
Rider FitModerate seat height and manageable dry weight make it accessible to riders of average build and strength.
CharacterCharming, mechanically simple and characterful, with the distinctive boxer feel and shaft-drive reliability BMW airheads are known for.
Not Ideal ForNot for riders seeking modern sportbike acceleration, aggressive cornering clearance, or serious off-road capability.

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

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Feet:

At 800mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1995 BMW R 100 R Mystik, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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