Naked Motorcycles
1997BMW R 1100 R
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The 1997 BMW R 1100 R is a versatile naked bike ideal for riders seeking comfort and practicality without sacrificing performance. Its air-cooled boxer engine delivers smooth, accessible power with strong torque, while shaft drive and relaxed ergonomics suit long-distance cruising and everyday commuting equally well. This model is best known for BMW's legendary reliability and timeless, classic styling.
- Capacity
- 1085.0 ccm
- Engine
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 214.0 kg
- Seat height
- 760 mm
- Power
- 80.0 HP (58.8 kW) @ 6750 RPM
What’s new for the 1997 BMW R 1100 R
vs the 1996| Spec | 1996 | 1997 |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | — | 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph) |
| Wet weight | 235.0 kg (518.1 pounds) | 240.0 kg (529.1 pounds) |
| Seat height | 780 mm (30.7 inches) | 760 mm (29.9 inches) |
| Front brakes | Dual disc | Single disc |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built as a versatile all-rounder, equally happy commuting through town or covering long distances on the highway.
- Built for
- The boxer engine gives it a distinctive torquey, low-revving character with mechanical charm rather than outright sporty aggression.
- Not ideal for
- It's not the right choice for riders seeking sharp track-day performance 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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- Capacity
- 1085.0 ccm
- Power
- 80.0 HP (58.8 kW) @ 6750 RPM
- Torque
- 97.0 Nm (9.9 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3738 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 99.0 x 70.5 mm
- Compression
- 10.3:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1487 mm
- Seat height
- 760 mm
- Dry weight
- 214.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 240.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 21.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single 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 | 1995 | 1997 | 1998 | 2000 | 2001 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1085 cc | 1085 cc | 1085 cc | 1085 cc | 1085 cc |
| Dry weight | 217 kg | 214 kg | 214 kg | 214 kg | 214 kg |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 760 mm | 760 mm | 760 mm | 760 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 21 L | 21 L | 21 L | 18.9 L | 19 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 R?
The 1997 BMW R 1100 R has a Capacity of 1085.0 ccm (66.21 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW R 1100 R have?
The 1997 BMW R 1100 R has a Power of 80.0 HP (58.8 kW) @ 6750 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW R 1100 R have?
The 1997 BMW R 1100 R has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW R 1100 R?
The 1997 BMW R 1100 R has a Torque of 97.0 Nm (9.9 kgf-m or 71.5 ft.lbs).
How much does the BMW R 1100 R weigh?
The 1997 BMW R 1100 R has a Dry weight of 214.0 kg (471.8 pounds).
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