BMW R 80 R - 1993 Specifications and Reviews
The 1993 BMW R 80 R is a versatile middleweight boxer twin suited for riders seeking comfortable, reliable everyday riding. Known for its torquey 797cc engine and accessible seat height, this model excels at practical commuting and relaxed touring with genuine German engineering and classic air-cooled simplicity.
1993
General information | |
| Category | Unspecified category |
| Year | 1993 |
| Model | BMW R 80 R |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Torque | 56.88 |
| Power | 50.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer |
| Capacity: | 797.00 ccm (48.63 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Seat height | 800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 196.0 kg (432.1 pounds) |
BMW R 80 R dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
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Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2551 HP/kg |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 4.70 litres (1.24 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 24.00 litres (6.34 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
50 hp
Peak Power
5.8s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track20%
City65%
Cornering60%
Daily Riding65%
Touring55%
Passenger45%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Suits riders with at least some experience, as the air-cooled boxer twin and modest power are forgiving but the naked roadster demands basic competence with low-speed balance and simple brakes. |
| Purpose | A classic air-cooled naked roadster built for relaxed street riding and light backroad fun rather than outright performance. |
| Rider Fit | The low seat height and moderate dry weight make it approachable for shorter or less physically strong riders, though the boxer's width is felt at a stop. |
| Character | Charming, mechanically simple, and characterful, with the distinctive boxer feel and shaft-drive reliability that rewards a relaxed, unhurried riding style. |
| Not Ideal For | Not for riders seeking modern performance, sharp acceleration, or off-road capability. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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