1998 BMW R 850 R. photo taken by Gerbert Verheij (NL).
General information
Motorcycle name
BMW R 850 R
Year of manufacture
1998
Type
Naked bike
Rating
3.3 See the detailed rating of engine performance, design and look, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle.
Engine and transmission
Engine size
848.0 ccm (51.74 cubic inches)
Type of engine
Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Output
70.0 HP (51.1 kW )) @ 7000 RPM
Torque
77.0 Nm (7.9 kgf-m or 56.8 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Top speed
190.0 km/h (118.1 mph)
Valves per cylinder
4
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Front brakes
Dual disc
Rear brakes
Single disc
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight
214.0 kg (471.8 pounds)
Power/weight ratio
0.3271 HP/kg
Seat height
760 mm (29.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alternate seat height
800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
Other specifications
Starter
Electric
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Further information
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