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1994BMW R 1100 RS

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The 1994 BMW R 1100 RS is a sport-tourer designed for riders seeking comfort on long distances without sacrificing performance. Its 1085cc boxer engine delivers smooth power and excellent torque, while the fairing provides wind protection. Known for reliability and handling prowess, it remains a favorite among experienced touring enthusiasts.

Capacity
1085.0 ccm
Engine
Boxer, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
219.0 kg
Seat height
800 mm
Power
90.0 HP (66.2 kW) @ 7250 RPM

What’s new for the 1994 BMW R 1100 RS

vs the 1993
Spec19931994
Torque 95.1 Nm (9.7 kgf-m or 70.1 ft.lbs) 93.2 Nm (9.5 kgf-m or 68.7 ft.lbs)
Fuel capacity 22.00 litres (5.81 US gallons) 23.00 litres (6.08 US gallons)
Other years 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 58Agility 53Comfort 78Off-road 15Touring 85Road manners 82
Off-road & trail15%
Cornering65%
City riding55%
Daily riding70%
Touring88%
Two-up75%
Track35%
Best for
Built for covering long distances quickly and comfortably, blending shaft-drive durability with sporty handling for mixed highway and twisty-road riding.
Built for
A torquey, air-cooled boxer twin with a distinctive character, shaft-drive smoothness, and BMW's classic long-haul touring ethos.
Not ideal for
Not the best fit for riders seeking cutting-edge sportbike performance, off-road capability, or a lightweight, flickable city commuter.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 800mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1994 BMW R 1100 RS, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
1085.0 ccm
Power
90.0 HP (66.2 kW) @ 7250 RPM
Torque
93.2 Nm (9.5 kgf-m)
Engine type
Boxer, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.4110 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
99.0 x 70.5 mm
Compression
10.7:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Shaft
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1473 mm
Seat height
800 mm
Dry weight
219.0 kg
Wet weight
239.0 kg
Fuel capacity
23.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity
2.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
Front wheel travel
120 mm
Rear wheel travel
135 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Dual disc
Front brakes diameter
305 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
276 mm
Front tyre
120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre
160/60-ZR18

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 199319941995199719992001
Capacity 1085 cc 1085 cc 1085 cc 1085 cc 1185 cc 1085 cc
Dry weight 219 kg 219 kg 219 kg — — 216 kg
Seat height 800 mm 800 mm 800 mm 780 mm 780 mm 780 mm
Fuel capacity 22 L 23 L 23 L 23 L 23 L 23 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the BMW R 1100 RS?

The 1994 BMW R 1100 RS has a Capacity of 1085.0 ccm (66.21 cubic inches).

What engine power does the BMW R 1100 RS have?

The 1994 BMW R 1100 RS has a Power of 90.0 HP (66.2 kW) @ 7250 RPM.

How many gears does the BMW R 1100 RS have?

The 1994 BMW R 1100 RS has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the BMW R 1100 RS?

The 1994 BMW R 1100 RS has a Torque of 93.2 Nm (9.5 kgf-m or 68.7 ft.lbs).

How much does the BMW R 1100 RS weigh?

The 1994 BMW R 1100 RS has a Dry weight of 219.0 kg (482.8 pounds).

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