What category is the 1991 BMW K 100 RS?

The 1991 BMW K 100 RS has a Category of Sport touring.

What is the engine size of the 1991 BMW K 100 RS?

The 1991 BMW K 100 RS has a Capacity: of 987.00 ccm (60.23 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 1991 BMW K 100 RS have?

The 1991 BMW K 100 RS has a Engine type of In-line four.

What is the engine power of the 1991 BMW K 100 RS?

The 1991 BMW K 100 RS has a Power of 100.00.

Is the 1991 BMW K 100 RS air cooled or liquid cooled?

The 1991 BMW K 100 RS has a Cooling system of Liquid.

How many gears does the 1991 BMW K 100 RS have?

The 1991 BMW K 100 RS has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the 1991 BMW K 100 RS weigh?

The 1991 BMW K 100 RS has a Weight incl. oil, gas, etc of 277.0 kg (610.7 pounds).

What is the top speed of the 1991 BMW K 100 RS?

The 1991 BMW K 100 RS has a Top speed of 225.0 km/h (139.8 mph).

BMW K 100 RS - 1991 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 1991 BMW K 100 RS
Brand: BMW

The 1991 BMW K 100 RS is a liquid-cooled sport tourer ideal for riders seeking comfortable long-distance travel with spirited performance. Powered by a 987cc inline-four producing 100 horsepower, it's renowned for its smooth, sophisticated engineering and shaft-drive reliability. The balanced chassis and fairing make it equally at home on highways or winding roads.

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General information
Category	Sport touring
Year	1991
Model	BMW K 100 RS
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission typefinal drive	Shaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Fuel control	DOHC
Valves per cylinder	4
Bore x stroke	67.0 x 70.0 mm (2.6 x 2.8 inches)
Compression	11.0:1
Power	100.00
Stroke	4
Engine type	In-line four
Capacity:	987.00 ccm (60.23 cubic inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	277.0 kg (610.7 pounds)

BMW K 100 RS dimensions and frame
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes	Dual disc
Rear tyre dimensions	160/60-18
Front tyre dimensions	120/70-17

Speed and acceleration
Top speed	225.0 km/h (139.8 mph)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Fuel capacity	22.00 litres (5.81 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

100 hp

Peak Power

3.8s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track35%

City45%

Cornering60%

Daily Riding65%

Touring90%

Passenger80%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to riders with some experience, as the K100 RS is a substantial, shaft-driven machine that rewards smooth, deliberate inputs rather than aggressive riding.
Purpose	Built for confident high-speed touring and long-distance road covering, blending sporty performance with genuine cross-country comfort.
Rider Fit	A tall, heavy bike with a wide fairing and a forward-leaning but not extreme sport-touring riding position, favoring taller and stronger riders.
Character	A solid, mechanically distinctive in-line four with shaft drive that delivers smooth, linear power and a reassuring, stable feel at speed.
Not Ideal For	Not a good fit for new riders, off-road enthusiasts, or anyone wanting a light, flickable machine for tight urban maneuvering.

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