The K1100's are a 4-valve design vs the 2-valve of the K100/75 (but for a very small number of 4-valve K100's and the K1 built in the early 90's). The 4-valve engines rev faster and breath much better at higher RPMs - they don't run out of air at the top end as much as the 2.
BMW K100 Review Manufactured from 1983 to 1992, the K100 by BMW has several variants, namely K100, K100 RS, K100 RT, and K100 LT. However, the LT was only added in 1986 and then completely replaced the RT in 1989. These variants only have minimal differences, which you'll about as we discuss the bike's features and specs. BMW.
FAQ Facts K100 by Brian S. Brumfield, October 2007 minor editing by Tom Childers, July 2018 and November 2023 1.0 General Information First sold in Germany in 1983. First US models available in 1985. First BMW motorcycle with ABS, available with the 1989 model in late 1988. K100: un-faired, moderate rider posture, K100RS: sport fairing, 3/4 cafe rider posture, K100RT: touring fairing & rider.
Hi everybody; this is my first thread. I have the option to purchase an '85 K100RS or an '85 K100RT. The RT has 13K miles and the RS has 20K miles. The are both the exact, great condition, and they are both the exact same price. The RT is more set-up for touring; it has the original saddle-bags and a back rest (with luggage rack).
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Read MCN's buyer's guide to the BMW K100, affectionately known as the Flying Brick.
K75 or K100 I have a 1985 k100rs and a 1986 K75T 18" rear wheel with a rear drum brake, Pichler fairing. I rode the K75 to Montana back in 1998 from Chicago (to the bmw rally). The k75 has plenty of power (I rode 2up) top speed was 125 mph. My K100rs has a much smaller fairing, but buffers the wind MUCH better than the pichler fairing.
FAQ Facts K100 by Brian S. Brumfield, October 2007 minor editing by Tom Childers, July 2018 and November 2023 1.0 General Information First sold in Germany in 1983. First US models available in 1985. First BMW motorcycle with ABS, available with the 1989 model in late 1988. K100: un-faired, moderate rider posture, K100RS: sport fairing, 3/4 cafe rider posture, K100RT: touring fairing & rider.
BMW K100 Review Manufactured from 1983 to 1992, the K100 by BMW has several variants, namely K100, K100 RS, K100 RT, and K100 LT. However, the LT was only added in 1986 and then completely replaced the RT in 1989. These variants only have minimal differences, which you'll about as we discuss the bike's features and specs. BMW.
1985-1992 BMW K100RS | Retro Review | Rider Magazine
K75 or K100 I have a 1985 k100rs and a 1986 K75T 18" rear wheel with a rear drum brake, Pichler fairing. I rode the K75 to Montana back in 1998 from Chicago (to the bmw rally). The k75 has plenty of power (I rode 2up) top speed was 125 mph. My K100rs has a much smaller fairing, but buffers the wind MUCH better than the pichler fairing.
All are k100 but what is the difference between an RT, RS and LT. I am unlikely to be travelling long distances (over 200km) at a time but need some comfort with the performance.
The K1100's are a 4-valve design vs the 2-valve of the K100/75 (but for a very small number of 4-valve K100's and the K1 built in the early 90's). The 4-valve engines rev faster and breath much better at higher RPMs - they don't run out of air at the top end as much as the 2.
You could have the naked K100, K100RS with sporting pretentions, K100RT for full-on touring and work (emergency services) duties and later the LT, an even more fully dressed tourer.
1988 BMW K100RS SE | Bike-urious
You could have the naked K100, K100RS with sporting pretentions, K100RT for full-on touring and work (emergency services) duties and later the LT, an even more fully dressed tourer.
I have an 85 K100rs, but have only put about 110,000 miles on it. The K100/1100 series are some pretty bullet proof bikes. Other then normal use items you just keep putting gas in them and changing the oil and they keep going. There are some differences between the RS, RT and naked bikes but they are mostly rider preference things.
BMW K100 Review Manufactured from 1983 to 1992, the K100 by BMW has several variants, namely K100, K100 RS, K100 RT, and K100 LT. However, the LT was only added in 1986 and then completely replaced the RT in 1989. These variants only have minimal differences, which you'll about as we discuss the bike's features and specs. BMW.
Read MCN's buyer's guide to the BMW K100, affectionately known as the Flying Brick.
K100 RS Style O Baviera | BMWMOTOS.COM
K75 or K100 I have a 1985 k100rs and a 1986 K75T 18" rear wheel with a rear drum brake, Pichler fairing. I rode the K75 to Montana back in 1998 from Chicago (to the bmw rally). The k75 has plenty of power (I rode 2up) top speed was 125 mph. My K100rs has a much smaller fairing, but buffers the wind MUCH better than the pichler fairing.
BMW K100 Review Manufactured from 1983 to 1992, the K100 by BMW has several variants, namely K100, K100 RS, K100 RT, and K100 LT. However, the LT was only added in 1986 and then completely replaced the RT in 1989. These variants only have minimal differences, which you'll about as we discuss the bike's features and specs. BMW.
The K1100's are a 4-valve design vs the 2-valve of the K100/75 (but for a very small number of 4-valve K100's and the K1 built in the early 90's). The 4-valve engines rev faster and breath much better at higher RPMs - they don't run out of air at the top end as much as the 2.
I have an 85 K100rs, but have only put about 110,000 miles on it. The K100/1100 series are some pretty bullet proof bikes. Other then normal use items you just keep putting gas in them and changing the oil and they keep going. There are some differences between the RS, RT and naked bikes but they are mostly rider preference things.
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I have an 85 K100rs, but have only put about 110,000 miles on it. The K100/1100 series are some pretty bullet proof bikes. Other then normal use items you just keep putting gas in them and changing the oil and they keep going. There are some differences between the RS, RT and naked bikes but they are mostly rider preference things.
All are k100 but what is the difference between an RT, RS and LT. I am unlikely to be travelling long distances (over 200km) at a time but need some comfort with the performance.
Hi everybody; this is my first thread. I have the option to purchase an '85 K100RS or an '85 K100RT. The RT has 13K miles and the RS has 20K miles. The are both the exact, great condition, and they are both the exact same price. The RT is more set-up for touring; it has the original saddle-bags and a back rest (with luggage rack).
K75 or K100 I have a 1985 k100rs and a 1986 K75T 18" rear wheel with a rear drum brake, Pichler fairing. I rode the K75 to Montana back in 1998 from Chicago (to the bmw rally). The k75 has plenty of power (I rode 2up) top speed was 125 mph. My K100rs has a much smaller fairing, but buffers the wind MUCH better than the pichler fairing.
Bmw K 100 RS Club, Prezzo E Scheda Tecnica - Moto.it
FAQ Facts K100 by Brian S. Brumfield, October 2007 minor editing by Tom Childers, July 2018 and November 2023 1.0 General Information First sold in Germany in 1983. First US models available in 1985. First BMW motorcycle with ABS, available with the 1989 model in late 1988. K100: un-faired, moderate rider posture, K100RS: sport fairing, 3/4 cafe rider posture, K100RT: touring fairing & rider.
Hi everybody; this is my first thread. I have the option to purchase an '85 K100RS or an '85 K100RT. The RT has 13K miles and the RS has 20K miles. The are both the exact, great condition, and they are both the exact same price. The RT is more set-up for touring; it has the original saddle-bags and a back rest (with luggage rack).
You could have the naked K100, K100RS with sporting pretentions, K100RT for full-on touring and work (emergency services) duties and later the LT, an even more fully dressed tourer.
K75 or K100 I have a 1985 k100rs and a 1986 K75T 18" rear wheel with a rear drum brake, Pichler fairing. I rode the K75 to Montana back in 1998 from Chicago (to the bmw rally). The k75 has plenty of power (I rode 2up) top speed was 125 mph. My K100rs has a much smaller fairing, but buffers the wind MUCH better than the pichler fairing.
BMW K100 RS (1991-1992) Specs, Performance & Photos - Autoevolution
FAQ Facts K100 by Brian S. Brumfield, October 2007 minor editing by Tom Childers, July 2018 and November 2023 1.0 General Information First sold in Germany in 1983. First US models available in 1985. First BMW motorcycle with ABS, available with the 1989 model in late 1988. K100: un-faired, moderate rider posture, K100RS: sport fairing, 3/4 cafe rider posture, K100RT: touring fairing & rider.
Read MCN's buyer's guide to the BMW K100, affectionately known as the Flying Brick.
I have an 85 K100rs, but have only put about 110,000 miles on it. The K100/1100 series are some pretty bullet proof bikes. Other then normal use items you just keep putting gas in them and changing the oil and they keep going. There are some differences between the RS, RT and naked bikes but they are mostly rider preference things.
All are k100 but what is the difference between an RT, RS and LT. I am unlikely to be travelling long distances (over 200km) at a time but need some comfort with the performance.
BMW BMW K100RS - Moto.ZombDrive.COM
All are k100 but what is the difference between an RT, RS and LT. I am unlikely to be travelling long distances (over 200km) at a time but need some comfort with the performance.
Hi everybody; this is my first thread. I have the option to purchase an '85 K100RS or an '85 K100RT. The RT has 13K miles and the RS has 20K miles. The are both the exact, great condition, and they are both the exact same price. The RT is more set-up for touring; it has the original saddle-bags and a back rest (with luggage rack).
The K1100's are a 4-valve design vs the 2-valve of the K100/75 (but for a very small number of 4-valve K100's and the K1 built in the early 90's). The 4-valve engines rev faster and breath much better at higher RPMs - they don't run out of air at the top end as much as the 2.
Read MCN's buyer's guide to the BMW K100, affectionately known as the Flying Brick.
BMW K100RS Classic Bike Gallery - Classic Motorbikes
The K1100's are a 4-valve design vs the 2-valve of the K100/75 (but for a very small number of 4-valve K100's and the K1 built in the early 90's). The 4-valve engines rev faster and breath much better at higher RPMs - they don't run out of air at the top end as much as the 2.
BMW K100 Review Manufactured from 1983 to 1992, the K100 by BMW has several variants, namely K100, K100 RS, K100 RT, and K100 LT. However, the LT was only added in 1986 and then completely replaced the RT in 1989. These variants only have minimal differences, which you'll about as we discuss the bike's features and specs. BMW.
You could have the naked K100, K100RS with sporting pretentions, K100RT for full-on touring and work (emergency services) duties and later the LT, an even more fully dressed tourer.
All are k100 but what is the difference between an RT, RS and LT. I am unlikely to be travelling long distances (over 200km) at a time but need some comfort with the performance.
BMW K100 RS (1986-1987) Specs, Performance & Photos - Autoevolution
The K1100's are a 4-valve design vs the 2-valve of the K100/75 (but for a very small number of 4-valve K100's and the K1 built in the early 90's). The 4-valve engines rev faster and breath much better at higher RPMs - they don't run out of air at the top end as much as the 2.
BMW K100 Review Manufactured from 1983 to 1992, the K100 by BMW has several variants, namely K100, K100 RS, K100 RT, and K100 LT. However, the LT was only added in 1986 and then completely replaced the RT in 1989. These variants only have minimal differences, which you'll about as we discuss the bike's features and specs. BMW.
FAQ Facts K100 by Brian S. Brumfield, October 2007 minor editing by Tom Childers, July 2018 and November 2023 1.0 General Information First sold in Germany in 1983. First US models available in 1985. First BMW motorcycle with ABS, available with the 1989 model in late 1988. K100: un-faired, moderate rider posture, K100RS: sport fairing, 3/4 cafe rider posture, K100RT: touring fairing & rider.
You could have the naked K100, K100RS with sporting pretentions, K100RT for full-on touring and work (emergency services) duties and later the LT, an even more fully dressed tourer.
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Hi everybody; this is my first thread. I have the option to purchase an '85 K100RS or an '85 K100RT. The RT has 13K miles and the RS has 20K miles. The are both the exact, great condition, and they are both the exact same price. The RT is more set-up for touring; it has the original saddle-bags and a back rest (with luggage rack).
FAQ Facts K100 by Brian S. Brumfield, October 2007 minor editing by Tom Childers, July 2018 and November 2023 1.0 General Information First sold in Germany in 1983. First US models available in 1985. First BMW motorcycle with ABS, available with the 1989 model in late 1988. K100: un-faired, moderate rider posture, K100RS: sport fairing, 3/4 cafe rider posture, K100RT: touring fairing & rider.
You could have the naked K100, K100RS with sporting pretentions, K100RT for full-on touring and work (emergency services) duties and later the LT, an even more fully dressed tourer.
The K1100's are a 4-valve design vs the 2-valve of the K100/75 (but for a very small number of 4-valve K100's and the K1 built in the early 90's). The 4-valve engines rev faster and breath much better at higher RPMs - they don't run out of air at the top end as much as the 2.
1989 BMW K100RS VIN: WB1051306K0044801 - CLASSIC.COM
All are k100 but what is the difference between an RT, RS and LT. I am unlikely to be travelling long distances (over 200km) at a time but need some comfort with the performance.
K75 or K100 I have a 1985 k100rs and a 1986 K75T 18" rear wheel with a rear drum brake, Pichler fairing. I rode the K75 to Montana back in 1998 from Chicago (to the bmw rally). The k75 has plenty of power (I rode 2up) top speed was 125 mph. My K100rs has a much smaller fairing, but buffers the wind MUCH better than the pichler fairing.
You could have the naked K100, K100RS with sporting pretentions, K100RT for full-on touring and work (emergency services) duties and later the LT, an even more fully dressed tourer.
Read MCN's buyer's guide to the BMW K100, affectionately known as the Flying Brick.
The K1100's are a 4-valve design vs the 2-valve of the K100/75 (but for a very small number of 4-valve K100's and the K1 built in the early 90's). The 4-valve engines rev faster and breath much better at higher RPMs - they don't run out of air at the top end as much as the 2.
I have an 85 K100rs, but have only put about 110,000 miles on it. The K100/1100 series are some pretty bullet proof bikes. Other then normal use items you just keep putting gas in them and changing the oil and they keep going. There are some differences between the RS, RT and naked bikes but they are mostly rider preference things.
K100RS, vibration in footpegs, hot very hot on the left side in warm weather. Well uncomfortably hot in hot weather, great torquey motor will pull out of any gear, well almost, heavy top end, better milage on highway, than R1100's and lots better than the R100's. Little harder to tune, shim and buckets for valve adjustments.
You could have the naked K100, K100RS with sporting pretentions, K100RT for full-on touring and work (emergency services) duties and later the LT, an even more fully dressed tourer.
Hi everybody; this is my first thread. I have the option to purchase an '85 K100RS or an '85 K100RT. The RT has 13K miles and the RS has 20K miles. The are both the exact, great condition, and they are both the exact same price. The RT is more set-up for touring; it has the original saddle-bags and a back rest (with luggage rack).
K75 or K100 I have a 1985 k100rs and a 1986 K75T 18" rear wheel with a rear drum brake, Pichler fairing. I rode the K75 to Montana back in 1998 from Chicago (to the bmw rally). The k75 has plenty of power (I rode 2up) top speed was 125 mph. My K100rs has a much smaller fairing, but buffers the wind MUCH better than the pichler fairing.
BMW K100 Review Manufactured from 1983 to 1992, the K100 by BMW has several variants, namely K100, K100 RS, K100 RT, and K100 LT. However, the LT was only added in 1986 and then completely replaced the RT in 1989. These variants only have minimal differences, which you'll about as we discuss the bike's features and specs. BMW.
All are k100 but what is the difference between an RT, RS and LT. I am unlikely to be travelling long distances (over 200km) at a time but need some comfort with the performance.
FAQ Facts K100 by Brian S. Brumfield, October 2007 minor editing by Tom Childers, July 2018 and November 2023 1.0 General Information First sold in Germany in 1983. First US models available in 1985. First BMW motorcycle with ABS, available with the 1989 model in late 1988. K100: un-faired, moderate rider posture, K100RS: sport fairing, 3/4 cafe rider posture, K100RT: touring fairing & rider.
Read MCN's buyer's guide to the BMW K100, affectionately known as the Flying Brick.
