Sport Tourers
1989BMW K 1
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The 1989 BMW K 1 is a sport touring motorcycle that blends performance with practicality, ideal for riders seeking spirited highway cruising. Powered by a 987cc liquid-cooled inline-four producing 100 horsepower, it achieves a 235 km/h top speed while maintaining comfort for longer journeys. Best known for its innovative aerodynamic styling and shaft-drive reliability, the K 1 represents BMW's ambitious entry into the sportbike market.
- Capacity
- 987.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 239.0 kg
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Power
- 100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a futuristic, fully-faired sport-tourer, it prioritizes high-speed stability and long-distance grand touring over agility or off-road ability.
- Built for
- It has a distinctive, eccentric personality as one of BMW's boldest 1990s designs, blending shaft-drive touring comfort with a genuinely quick in-line four engine.
- Not ideal for
- It is not a good fit for new riders, off-road use, or anyone wanting a light, flickable machine for tight city streets.
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
- 987.0 ccm
- Power
- 100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4184 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 67.0 x 70.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 235.0 km/h (146.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Dry weight
- 239.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 264.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 22.00 litres
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 160/60-18
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 | 1989 | 1990 | 1991 | 1992 | 1993 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 987 cc | 987 cc | 987 cc | 987 cc | 987 cc |
| Dry weight | 239 kg | 239 kg | 239 kg | 239 kg | 239 kg |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L | 22 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 K 1?
The 1989 BMW K 1 has a Capacity of 987.0 ccm (60.23 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW K 1 have?
The 1989 BMW K 1 has a Power of 100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW K 1 have?
The 1989 BMW K 1 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the BMW K 1 weigh?
The 1989 BMW K 1 has a Dry weight of 239.0 kg (526.9 pounds).
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