Touring Motorcycles
1997BMW K 1100 LT High Line
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The 1997 BMW K 1100 LT Highline is a full-featured touring motorcycle designed for long-distance comfort and reliability. Its liquid-cooled 1092cc inline-four engine delivers 100 horsepower with shaft drive dependability, making it ideal for riders seeking smooth, stable touring capabilities. Best known for its comprehensive comfort features and highway-friendly performance, this machine excels at consuming miles with ease.
- Capacity
- 1092.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 268.0 kg
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Power
- 100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for covering long highway distances in comfort rather than for quick sporty riding.
- Built for
- A smooth, shaft-driven inline-four cruiser-tourer that rewards a relaxed, steady riding style with strong midrange torque and stately composure.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or a lightweight 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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- Capacity
- 1092.0 ccm
- Power
- 100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM
- Torque
- 107.0 Nm (10.9 kgf-m) @ 5500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3731 HP/kg (dry)
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 210.0 km/h (130.5 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Dry weight
- 268.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- Not on record - add it
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
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 | 1997 | 1998 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1092 cc | 1092 cc |
| Dry weight | 268 kg | 265 kg |
| Seat height | 810 mm | 810 mm |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the BMW K 1100 LT High Line?
The 1997 BMW K 1100 LT High Line has a Capacity of 1092.0 ccm (66.64 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW K 1100 LT High Line have?
The 1997 BMW K 1100 LT High Line has a Power of 100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW K 1100 LT High Line have?
The 1997 BMW K 1100 LT High Line has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW K 1100 LT High Line?
The 1997 BMW K 1100 LT High Line has a Torque of 107.0 Nm (10.9 kgf-m or 78.9 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM.
How much does the BMW K 1100 LT High Line weigh?
The 1997 BMW K 1100 LT High Line has a Dry weight of 268.0 kg (590.8 pounds).
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