1999BMW R 1100 RS

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The 1999 BMW R 1100 RS is a sport-touring motorcycle that blends performance with practicality, appealing to riders seeking a versatile middleweight capable of both spirited riding and long-distance comfort. Its 1085cc boxer engine delivers 90 horsepower and near-instantaneous 95 Nm torque, enabling quick acceleration and responsive handling. Best known for its balanced chassis, reliable engineering, and aerodynamic fairing, the R 1100 RS remains a benchmark for accessible sport-touring capability.

Capacity: 1085.0 ccm
Engine: Boxer, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Wet weight: 242.0 kg
Seat height: 780 mm
Power: 90.0 HP (66.2 kW) @ 7300 RPM

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What’s new for the 1999 BMW R 1100 RS

vs the 1998

Spec	1998	1999
Torque	95.0 Nm (9.7 kgf-m or 70.1 ft.lbs)	95.0 Nm (9.7 kgf-m or 70.1 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Top speed	220.0 km/h (136.7 mph)	217.0 km/h (134.8 mph)
Dry weight	215.0 kg (474.0 pounds)	not listed
Wet weight	239.0 kg (526.9 pounds)	242.0 kg (533.5 pounds)

Other years 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering65%

City riding55%

Daily riding70%

Touring88%

Two-up75%

Track35%

Best for: Built for covering long distances quickly and comfortably, blending shaft-drive durability with sporty handling for mixed highway and twisty-road riding.
Built for: A torquey, air-cooled boxer twin with a distinctive character, shaft-drive smoothness, and BMW's classic long-haul touring ethos.
Not ideal for: Not the best fit for riders seeking cutting-edge sportbike performance, off-road capability, or a lightweight, flickable city commuter.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 780mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1999 BMW R 1100 RS, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and a slightly forward 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: 1085.0 ccm
Power: 90.0 HP (66.2 kW) @ 7300 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 15 CO2 g/km
Torque: 95.0 Nm (9.7 kgf-m) @ 5500 RPM
Engine type: Boxer, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.3719 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 99.0 x 70.5 mm
Compression: 10.7:1
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: 217.0 km/h (134.8 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1473 mm
Seat height: 780 mm
Wet weight: 242.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 23.00 litres
Front percentage of weight: 47.7
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 135 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Front brakes diameter: 305 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 285 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 160/60-ZR18

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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	1993	1995	1997	1999	2001
Capacity	1085 cc	1085 cc	1085 cc	1085 cc	1085 cc
Dry weight	219 kg	219 kg	—	—	216 kg
Seat height	800 mm	800 mm	780 mm	780 mm	780 mm
Fuel capacity	22 L	23 L	23 L	23 L	23 L