1983 BMW R 100 RS

BMW R 100 RS 1983


1983 BMW R 100 RS specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Model BMW R 100 RS
Year 1983
Category Touring
Rating 3.7  See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 979.0 ccm (59.74 cubic inches)
Engine type Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Power 70.0 HP (51.1 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Torque 76.0 Nm (7.7 kgf-m or 56.1 ft.lbs)
Top speed 193.0 km/h (119.9 mph)
Compression 8.2:1
Bore x stroke 94.0 x 70.6 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches)
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Carburettor. 2 x constant depression
Fuel control Overhead Valves (OHV)
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Dry single plate, with diaphragm spring
Fuel consumption 4.80 litres/100 km (20.8 km/l or 49.00 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 111.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Double sown tubs, dual cradle
Front suspension Telescopic fork with hydraulic shock absorber.
Front wheel travel 200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear suspension Long swinging arm with adjustable strut.
Rear wheel travel 125 mm (4.9 inches)
Front tire 3.25-19
Rear tire 4.00-18
Front brakes Single disc
Diameter 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 220.0 kg (485.0 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 247.0 kg (544.5 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.3182 HP/kg
Seat height 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length 2110 mm (83.1 inches)
Ground clearance 165 mm (6.5 inches)
Wheelbase 1465 mm (57.7 inches)
Fuel capacity 24.00 litres (6.34 US gallons)
Other specifications
Starter Electric
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