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1994BMW R 100 R Mystik

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The 1994 BMW R 100 R Mystik is a classic air-cooled boxer twin suited for touring and cruising enthusiasts. Known for its reliable 980cc engine delivering smooth, accessible power and excellent torque, this middleweight appeals to riders seeking comfortable, no-nonsense touring capability. Its moderate weight and low seat height make it approachable for various skill levels.

Capacity
980.0 ccm
Engine
Boxer
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
197.0 kg
Seat height
800 mm
Power
60.0 HP (44.1 kW) @ 6500 RPM
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Other years 1994 1995

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 44Agility 59Comfort 60Off-road 20Touring 55Road manners 70
Off-road & trail20%
Cornering60%
City riding60%
Daily riding65%
Touring60%
Two-up50%
Track25%
Best for
A classic naked roadster built for relaxed real-world riding, backroad cruising, and light touring rather than track performance.
Built for
Charming, mechanically simple and characterful, with the distinctive boxer feel and shaft-drive reliability BMW airheads are known for.
Not ideal for
Not for riders seeking modern sportbike acceleration, aggressive cornering clearance, or serious off-road capability.

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 100 R Mystik, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 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
980.0 ccm
Power
60.0 HP (44.1 kW) @ 6500 RPM
Torque
74.5 Nm (7.6 kgf-m)
Engine type
Boxer
Power/weight ratio
0.3046 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
94.0 x 70.6 mm
Compression
8.5:1
Cooling system
Air
Starting
Electric
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Shaft
Dimensions & weight
Seat height
800 mm
Dry weight
197.0 kg
Wet weight
228.0 kg
Fuel capacity
24.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity
4.70 litres
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes
Single disc
Front tyre
110/80-18
Rear tyre
140/80-17

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 19941995
Capacity 980 cc 980 cc
Dry weight 197 kg 197 kg
Seat height 800 mm 800 mm
Fuel capacity 24 L 24 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 100 R Mystik?

The 1994 BMW R 100 R Mystik has a Capacity of 980.0 ccm (59.80 cubic inches).

What engine power does the BMW R 100 R Mystik have?

The 1994 BMW R 100 R Mystik has a Power of 60.0 HP (44.1 kW) @ 6500 RPM.

How many gears does the BMW R 100 R Mystik have?

The 1994 BMW R 100 R Mystik has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the BMW R 100 R Mystik?

The 1994 BMW R 100 R Mystik has a Torque of 74.5 Nm (7.6 kgf-m or 54.9 ft.lbs).

How much does the BMW R 100 R Mystik weigh?

The 1994 BMW R 100 R Mystik has a Dry weight of 197.0 kg (434.3 pounds).

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