What category is the 1992 BMW K 100 RS?

The 1992 BMW K 100 RS has a Category of Sport touring.

What is the engine size of the 1992 BMW K 100 RS?

The 1992 BMW K 100 RS has a Capacity: of 987.00 ccm (60.23 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 1992 BMW K 100 RS have?

The 1992 BMW K 100 RS has a Engine type of In-line four.

What is the engine power of the 1992 BMW K 100 RS?

The 1992 BMW K 100 RS has a Power of 100.00.

Is the 1992 BMW K 100 RS air cooled or liquid cooled?

The 1992 BMW K 100 RS has a Cooling system of Liquid.

How many gears does the 1992 BMW K 100 RS have?

The 1992 BMW K 100 RS has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the top speed of the 1992 BMW K 100 RS?

The 1992 BMW K 100 RS has a Top speed of 230.0 km/h (142.9 mph).

BMW K 100 RS - 1992 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 1992 BMW K 100 RS
Brand: BMW

The 1992 BMW K 100 RS is a sport touring motorcycle ideal for riders seeking a comfortable yet capable machine for long-distance touring with sporty performance. Powered by a liquid-cooled 987cc inline-four engine producing 100 horsepower, it's renowned for its smooth power delivery, excellent handling, and BMW's signature shaft drive reliability.

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General information
Category	Sport touring
Year	1992
Model	BMW K 100 RS

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission typefinal drive	Shaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Starter	Electric
Valves per cylinder	4
Fuel system	Injection
Max RPM	10000
Power	100.00
Stroke	4
Engine type	In-line four
Capacity:	987.00 ccm (60.23 cubic inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Front brakes	Double disc

Speed and acceleration
Top speed	230.0 km/h (142.9 mph)
Other specs
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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

100 hp

Peak Power

3.8s

0-60 mph

142.9 mph

Top Speed

Best For

Track35%

City45%

Cornering60%

Daily Riding65%

Touring90%

Passenger80%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to riders with some experience, as the K100 RS is a substantial, shaft-driven machine that rewards smooth, deliberate inputs rather than aggressive riding.
Purpose	Built for confident high-speed touring and long-distance road covering, blending sporty performance with genuine cross-country comfort.
Rider Fit	A tall, heavy bike with a wide fairing and a forward-leaning but not extreme sport-touring riding position, favoring taller and stronger riders.
Character	A solid, mechanically distinctive in-line four with shaft drive that delivers smooth, linear power and a reassuring, stable feel at speed.
Not Ideal For	Not a good fit for new riders, off-road enthusiasts, or anyone wanting a light, flickable machine for tight urban maneuvering.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.