What category is the 1985 BMW K 100 RT?

The 1985 BMW K 100 RT has a Category of Touring.

What is the engine size of the 1985 BMW K 100 RT?

The 1985 BMW K 100 RT has a Capacity: of 987.00 ccm (60.23 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 1985 BMW K 100 RT have?

The 1985 BMW K 100 RT has a Engine type of In-line four.

What is the engine power of the 1985 BMW K 100 RT?

The 1985 BMW K 100 RT has a Power of 90.00.

Is the 1985 BMW K 100 RT air cooled or liquid cooled?

The 1985 BMW K 100 RT has a Cooling system of Liquid.

How many gears does the 1985 BMW K 100 RT have?

The 1985 BMW K 100 RT has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the 1985 BMW K 100 RT weigh?

The 1985 BMW K 100 RT has a Weight incl. oil, gas, etc of 272.0 kg (599.7 pounds).

What is the top speed of the 1985 BMW K 100 RT?

The 1985 BMW K 100 RT has a Top speed of 206.0 km/h (128.0 mph).

BMW K 100 RT - 1985 Specifications and Reviews

The 1985 BMW K 100 RT is a liquid-cooled touring motorcycle designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and reliability. Its 987cc inline-four engine delivers smooth power through shaft drive, while the advanced technology and weather protection make it ideal for all-day highway cruising. This model is best known for pioneering BMW's revolutionary K-series chassis and establishing the modern sport-touring category.

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General information
Category	Touring
Year	1985
Model	BMW K 100 RT
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission typefinal drive	Shaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Fuel control	DOHC
Valves per cylinder	2
Bore x stroke	67.0 x 70.0 mm (2.6 x 2.8 inches)
Compression	10.2:1
Power	90.00
Stroke	4
Engine type	In-line four
Capacity:	987.00 ccm (60.23 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	272.0 kg (599.7 pounds)
BMW K 100 RT dimensions and frame
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes	Dual disc
Rear tyre dimensions	130/90-17
Front tyre dimensions	100/90-18

Speed and acceleration
Top speed	206.0 km/h (128.0 mph)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Fuel capacity	22.00 litres (5.81 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

90 hp

Peak Power

4.2s

0-60 mph

128 mph

Top Speed

Best For

Track35%

City45%

Cornering55%

Daily Riding70%

Touring95%

Passenger85%

Rider Profile

Best For	Suited to riders with at least some experience handling a heavier, shaft-driven machine, as the K 100 RT's mass and length reward smooth, deliberate inputs over aggressive riding.
Purpose	Built primarily for long-distance touring, combining a torquey inline-four engine with weather protection and a stable chassis for eating up highway miles.
Rider Fit	At 272 kg the bike demands reasonable strength and confidence at low speed and when maneuvering it off the sidestand, though its low center of gravity makes it manageable once rolling.
Character	A classic understated German tourer that favors mechanical smoothness, shaft-drive reliability, and unhurried, composed cruising over sharp sporting thrills.
Not Ideal For	Not a good fit for riders seeking flickable agility, off-road capability, or lightweight city commuting.

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