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BMW K 100 RT 1985 — Specs & Overview
Specifications and model details
The BMW K 100 RT is a Motorcycle motorcycle produced between 1985. Developed by BMW from DE, it represents the motorcycle class and carries the characteristics typical of its production period.
Other trims in the lineup
Torque
86.0 Nm (8.8 kgf-m or 63.4 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Engine size
987.0 ccm (60.23 cubic inches)
Wet weight
272.0 kg (599.7 pounds)
Seat height
800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel capacity
22.00 litres (5.81 US gallons)
Key features
Double disc. Two-piston calipers.
Technical specifications
Engine
Engine size
987.0 ccm (60.23 cubic inches)
Engine type
In-line four, four-stroke
Torque
86.0 Nm (8.8 kgf-m or 63.4 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression
10.2:1
Bore x stroke
67.0 x 70.0 mm (2.6 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel system
Injection. Bosch LE-Jetronic
Fuel control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Lubrication system
Wet sump
Cooling system
Liquid
Engine oil
SAE 20W-50
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch
Dry, single plate, cable operated
Chassis
Frame type
Tubular steel, open cradle with engine as stressed member
Front suspension
Telescopic forks
Front wheel travel
185 mm (7.3 inches)
Rear suspension
Single-sided swingarm
Rear wheel travel
110 mm (4.3 inches)
Front tire
100/90-18
Rear tire
130/90-17
Front brakes
Double disc. Two-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter
285 mm (11.2 inches)
Rear brakes
Single disc. Single-piston caliper.
Rear brakes diameter
285 mm (11.2 inches)
Wheelbase
1565 mm (61.6 inches)
Tire pressure front
33 PSI (2.3 Bar or 225 kPa)
Tire pressure rear
36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa)
Dimensions & weight
Dry weight
253.0 kg (557.8 pounds)
Wet weight
272.0 kg (599.7 pounds)
Power/weight ratio
0.3557 HP/kg
Seat height
800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length
2220 mm (87.4 inches)
Fuel capacity
22.00 litres (5.81 US gallons)
Oil capacity
3.80 litres (4.02 US quarts)
Electronics
Starter
Electric
Electrical
12V 25Ah battery.
Other
Motorcycle name
BMW K 100 RT
Year of manufacture
1985
Type
Touring
Rating
3.7 See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike.
Output
90.0 HP (65.7 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Valves per cylinder
2
Greenhouse gases
99.8 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Ground clearance
175 mm (6.9 inches)
Color options
White, silver, red, green
Brake fluid
DOT 4
Coolant
3.00 litres (0.79 US gallons)
Battery
YUAM2230B
Spark plugs
NGK D7EA, NGK DR7EIX
Fork tube size
41 mm (1.6 inches)
Performance
Top speed
220.0 km/h (136.7 mph)
Fuel consumption
4.30 litres/100 km (23.3 km/l or 54.70 mpg)
Idle speed
950 +/- 50 RPM