BMW R 1100 S: review, history, specs

Class: sport
Production: December 1996 – July 2005
Predecessor: BMW R100S
Successor: BMW R1200S

BMW R 1100 S (Europe, USA), 1996-2005

History


MarketsProductionName & Codes
EuropeDecember 1996 – July 2005Name: BMW R1100S
Model code: 259S
Parts Catalog Code: 0422
USAJanuary 1997 – September 2004Name: BMW R1100S
Model code: 259S
Parts Catalog Code: 0432

Specifications


BMW R1100S: specs.

DIMENSIONS
Overall length2180 mm / 85,8 in
Overall width880 mm / 34,6 in
Overall height1160 mm / 45,7 in
Seat height800 mm / 31,5 in
Wheelbase1478 mm / 58,2 in
Ground clearance172 mm / 6,8 in
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight229 kg / 505 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)Tubular space frame (steel)
Front suspension, travelBMW Telelever (adjustable rebound damping), 110 mm / 4,3 in
Rear suspension, travelBMW Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 130 mm / 5,1 in
Front tire size120/70 ZR17
Rear tire size170/60 ZR17

180/55 ZR17 (option)
Front brakeDouble disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (ABS-II) – R1100S (to November 2000)

Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (integral ABS-I) – R1100S (from November 2000)
Rear brakeSingle disc, 276 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS-II) – R1100S (to November 2000)

Single disc, 276 mm, 2-piston caliper (integral ABS-I) – R1100S (from November 2000)
Fuel capacity18,0 l / 4,8 US gal (reserve – 5,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption5,78 l / 100 km (40,7 US mpg)1
ENGINE
Engine (type)Air&Oil-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangementFlat twin (boxer)
Bore & Stroke99,0 x 70,5 mm
Displacement1085 cm³ (66,2 cu in)
Compression ratio11.3:1
Valve trainChain driven SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power98,0 hp (72,0 kW) / 7500 rpm
Max. torque97,0 Nm (9,8 kg-m) / 5750 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)3,86 sec.2
Top speed224 km/h (139 mph)3
Fuel system (type)Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.4
DRIVE TRAIN
ClutchSingle dry plate, hydraulic operated
Transmission6-speed
Final driveShaft
Gear ratio

I
II
III
IV
V

VI


3.863
3.022
2.393
1.961
1.700
1.511
ELECTRICAL
Ignition systemMotronic (mapped characteristic control)

2 spark plugs per cylinder – R1100S (from December 2002)
AlternatorBelt driven three-phase generator, Denso 14V / 560W (option: Bosch 700W)
Battery capacity12V-14Ah

12V-19Ah (option)

Images


BMW R1100S: images, gallery.

BMW R1100S
BMW R1100S
BMW R1100S
BMW R1100S
BMW R1100S
BMW R1100S

Videos


BMW R1100S: video.

Manuals


BMW R1100S: documentation.

BMW F 650 GS (+Dakar): review, history, specs

Class: adventure
Production: February 1999 – October 2007
Predecessor: BMW F650
Successor: BMW F650GS (798cc); BMW G650GS

BMW F 650 GS (Europe, USA), 1999-2007
BMW F 650 GS Dakar (Europe, USA), 1999-2007

History


MarketsProductionName & Codes
EuropeFebruary 1999 – November 2003
November 1999 – November 2003 (Dakar)
Name: BMW F650GS (1st generation) + Dakar
Model code: R13
Parts Catalog Code: 0172; 0173 (Dakar)
USAFebruary 1999 – September 2003
April 2000 – October 2003 (Dakar)
Name: BMW F650GS (1st generation) + Dakar
Model code: R13
Parts Catalog Code: 0182; 0183 (Dakar)
EuropeMarch 2003 – October 2007
March 2003 – September 2007 (Dakar)
Name: BMW F650GS (2nd generation, 2 spark) + Dakar
Model code: R13
Parts Catalog Code: 0175; 0176 (Dakar)
USAApril 2003 – September 2007
August 2003 – December 2006 (Dakar)
Name: BMW F650GS (2nd generation, 2 spark) + Dakar
Model code: R13
Parts Catalog Code: 0185; 0186 (Dakar)

Specifications


BMW F650GS / Dakar: specs.

DIMENSIONS
Overall length2101 mm / 82,7 in
Overall width890 mm / 35,0 in
Overall height1265 mm / 49,8 in – F650GS

1412 mm / 55,6 in – F650GS Dakar
Seat height780 mm / 30,7 in – F650GS

870 mm / 34,2 in – F650GS Dakar
Wheelbase1479 mm / 58,2 in – F650GS

1489 mm / 58,6 in – F650GS Dakar
Ground clearance130 mm / 5,1 in – F650GS

180 mm / 7,1 in – F650GS Dakar
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight193 kg / 425 lbs – F650GS

192 kg / 423 lbs – F650GS Dakar
FRAME
Frame (type)Bridge-type tubular frame with integrated oil tank and bolted on rear frame
Front suspension, travel41 mm telescopic fork, 170 mm / 6,7 in – F650GS

41 mm telescopic fork, 210 mm / 8,3 in – F650GS Dakar
Rear suspension, travelSwingarm with monoshock (adjustable rebound damping), 165 mm / 6,5 in – F650GS

Swingarm with monoshock (adjustable rebound damping), 210 mm / 8,3 in – F650GS Dakar
Front tire size100/90-19 – F650GS

90/90-21s – F650GS Dakar
Rear tire size130/80-17
Front brakeSingle disc, 300 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS)
Rear brakeSingle disc, 240 mm, 1-piston caliper (ABS)
Fuel capacity17,3 l / 4,6 US gal (reserve – 4,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption4,4 l / 100 km (53,5 US mpg)1
ENGINE
Engine (type)Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangementSingle cylinder
Bore & Stroke100,0 x 83,0 mm
Displacement652 cm³ (39,78 cu in)
Compression ratio11.5:1
Valve trainChain driven DOHC, 4 valves
Max. power50,0 hp (37,0 kW) / 6500 rpm
Max. torque60,0 Nm (6,1 kg-m) / 5000 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)4,89 sec.2
Top speed169 km/h (105 mph)3
Fuel system (type)Fuel Injection
DRIVE TRAIN
ClutchWet, multi-plate, cable operated
Transmission5-speed
Final driveChain
Gear ratio

I
II
III
IV
V


2.750
1.750
1.313
1.045
0.875
ELECTRICAL
Ignition systemFully transistorized BMS (BMW Motorsteuerung)
AlternatorPermanently excited generator, 14V / 400W
Battery capacity12V-12Ah

Images


BMW F650GS / Dakar: images, gallery.

BMW F650GS
BMW F650GS
BMW F650GS Dakar
BMW F650GS Dakar

Videos


BMW F650GS / Dakar: video.

Manuals


BMW F650GS / Dakar: documentation.

BMW K 1100 LT: review, history, specs

Class: tour
Production: June 1989 – April 1999
Predecessor: BMW K100LT
Successor: BMW K1200LT

BMW K 1100 LT (Europe, USA), 1989-1999

History


MarketsProductionName & Codes
EuropeJune 1989 – April 1999Name: BMW K1100LT
Model code: 89V2 (K589)
Parts Catalog Code: 0526
USAFebruary 1992 – March 1997Name: BMW K1100LT
Model code: 89V2 (K589)
Parts Catalog Code: 0536

Specifications


BMW K1100LT: specs.

DIMENSIONS
Overall length2250 mm / 88,6 in
Overall width915 mm / 36,0 in
Overall height1450 mm / 57,0 in
Seat height810 mm / 31,9 in
Wheelbase1565 mm / 61,6 in
Ground clearance125 mm / 4,9 in
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight290 kg / 639 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)Tubular space frame (steel)
Front suspension, travelTelescopic fork 41 mm, 135 mm / 5,3 in
Rear suspension, travelBMW Paralever (adjustable), 120 mm / 4,4 in
Front tire size110/80 VB18
Rear tire size140/80 VB17
Front brakeDouble disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (ABS-I) – K1100LT (to July 1993)

Double disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (ABS-II) – K1100LT (from July 1993)
Rear brakeSingle disc, 285 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS-I) – K1100LT (to July 1993)

Single disc, 285 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS-II) – K1100LT (from July 1993)
Fuel capacity22,0 l / 5,8 US gal (reserve – 5,0 l)1
19,5 l / 5,2 US gal (reserve – 5,0 l)2
Fuel economy / consumption5,4 l / 100 km (43,2 mpg)3
ENGINE
Engine (type)Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement4-cylinders in-line, longitudinally installed
Bore & Stroke70,5 x 70,0 mm
Displacement1093 cm³ (66,7 cu in)
Compression ratio11.0:1
Valve trainChain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power100,0 hp (74,0 kW) / 7500 rpm
Max. torque107,0 Nm (10,8 kg-m) / 5500 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)4,35 sec.4
Top speed209 km/h (130 mph)5
Fuel system (type)Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.2
DRIVE TRAIN
ClutchSingle dry plate, cable operated
Transmission5-speed
Final driveShaft
Gear ratio

I
II
III
IV
V


4.500
2.960
2.300
1.880
1.610
ELECTRICAL
Ignition systemMotronic (mapped characteristic control)
AlternatorThree-phase generator, 14V / 460W – K1100LT (to September 1992)

Three-phase generator, 14V / 700W – K1100LT (from September 1992)
Battery capacity12V-19Ah

Images


BMW K1100LT: images, gallery.

BMW K 1100 LT
BMW K 1100 LT
BMW K 1100 LT
BMW K 1100 LT

Videos


BMW K1100LT: video.

Manuals


BMW K1100LT: documentation.
BMW K1100LT: Riders Manual
BMW K1100LT: Repair Manual

BMW R 1100 RS: review, history, specs

Class: sport-tour
Production: January 1992 – June 2001
Predecessor: BMW R100RS
Successor: BMW R1150RS

BMW R 1100 RS (Europe, USA), 1992-2001

History


MarketsProductionName & Codes
EuropeJanuary 1992 – June 2001Name: BMW R1100RS
Model code: 259S
Parts Catalog Code: 0411
USAJune 1992 – February 2001Name: BMW R1100RS
Model code: 259S
Parts Catalog Code: 0416

Specifications


BMW R1100RS: specs.

DIMENSIONS
Overall length2175 mm / 85,6 in
Overall width735 mm / 28,9 in
Overall height1286 mm / 50,6 in
Seat height800 mm / 31,5 in

780/800/820 mm – with adjustable seat
Wheelbase1473 mm / 58,0 in
Ground clearance153 mm / 6,0 in
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight239 kg / 527 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)Tubular space frame (steel)
Front suspension, travelBMW Telelever, 120 mm / 4,7 in
Rear suspension, travelBMW Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 135 mm / 5,3 in
Front tire size120/70 ZR17
Rear tire size160/60 ZR18
Front brakeDouble disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (ABS-II)
Rear brakeSingle disc, 285 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS-II)
Fuel capacity23,0 l / 6,07 US gal (reserve – 6,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption4,3 l / 100 km (55 US mpg)1
ENGINE
Engine (type)Air&Oil-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangementFlat twin (boxer)
Bore & Stroke99,0 x 70,5 mm
Displacement1085 cm³ (66,2 cu in)
Compression ratio10.7:1
Valve trainChain driven SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power90,0 hp (66,0 kW) / 7250 rpm
Max. torque95,0 Nm (9,6 kg-m) / 5500 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)4,1 sec.2
Top speed215 km/h (133 mph)3
Fuel system (type)Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.2
DRIVE TRAIN
ClutchSingle dry plate, cable operated
Transmission5-speed
Final driveShaft
Gear ratio

I
II
III
IV
V


4.030 (to 1993); 4.193 (1994+)
2.576 (to 1993); 2.914 (1994+)
1.886 (to 1993); 2.133 (1994+)
1.538 (to 1993); 1.740 (1994+)
1.318 (to 1993); 1.450 (1994+)
ELECTRICAL
Ignition systemMotronic (mapped characteristic control)
AlternatorBelt driven three-phase generator, 14V / 700W
Battery capacity12V-19Ah

Images


BMW R1100RS: images, gallery.

BMW R1100RS
BMW R1100RS
BMW R1100RS
BMW R1100RS

Videos


BMW R1100RS: video.

Manual


BMW R1100RS: documentation.

BMW R 1150 GS: review, history, specs

Class: adventure
Production: September 1998 – November 2003 (Sept. 2005 – R1150GS Adventure)
Predecessor: BMW R1100GS
Successor: BMW R1200GS

BMW R 1150 GS (Europe, USA), 1998-2003
BMW R 1150 GS Adventure (Europe, USA), 2001-2005

BMW R1150GS Adventure (standard & supplementary equipments):
• Suspension travel + 20mm
• Rear Monoshock WP (White Power)
• Fuel tank 30l / 7,9 US gal
• One part seat
• Bigger windshield
• Hand guards
• Crashbars
• Fog lights
• Protection grid for the front and fog lights
• + one 12V socket
• Rack
• Aluminum bags (39 liters right, 36 left and 30 topcase)
• Special engine chip (optional) for fuel 91 ROZ use
• Gearbox (6th normal, no more overdrive), shorter 1th gear (optional)
• Front brake EVO

History


MarketsProductionName & Codes
EuropeSeptember 1998 – November 2003Name: BMW R1150GS
Model code: R21
Parts Catalog Code: 0415
USASeptember 1998 – November 2003Name: BMW R1150GS
Model code: R21
Parts Catalog Code: 0495
EuropeJuly 2001 – September 2005Name: BMW R1150GS Adventure
Model code: R21A
Parts Catalog Code: 0441
USAJuly 2001 – September 2005Name: BMW R1150GS Adventure
Model code: R21A
Parts Catalog Code: 0492

Specifications


BMW R1150GS: specs.

DIMENSIONS
Overall length2189 mm / 86,2 in – R1150GS

2180 mm / 85,8 in – R1150GS Adventure
Overall width903 mm / 35,6 in – R1150GS

980 mm / 38,6 in – R1150GS Adventure
Overall height1366 mm / 53,8 in – R1150GS

1435 mm / 56,5 in – R1150GS Adventure
Seat height840/860 mm (adjustable seat) – R1150GS

900/860 mm (adjustable seat) – R1150GS Adventure
Wheelbase1509 mm / 59,4 in – R1150GS

1501 mm / 59,1 in – R1150GS Adventure
Ground clearance200 mm / 7,9 in – R1150GS
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight249 kg / 549 lbs – R1150GS

253 kg / 557 lbs – R1150GS Adventure

276,5 kg / 609 lbs – R1150GS Adventure (with full
special equipment)
FRAME
Frame (type)Tubular space frame (steel)
Front suspension, travelBMW Telelever (5-way adjustable spring pre-load), 190 mm / 7,5 in – R1150GS

BMW Telelever (5-way adjustable spring pre-load), 210 mm / 8,3 in – R1150GS Adventure
Rear suspension, travelBMW Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 200 mm / 7,9 in

BMW Paralever with monoshock WP (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 220 mm / 8,7 in
Front tire size110/80 R19 (59H)
Rear tire size150/70 R17 (69H)
Front brakeDouble disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (ABS-II) – R1150GS (to November 2001)

Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (ABS-II) – R1150GS (from December 2001 to September 2002)

Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (integral ABS-I) – R1150GS /Adventure (from October 2002)

Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (ABS-II) – R1150GS Adventure (to September 2002)
Rear brakeSingle disc, 276 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS-II) – R1150GS / Adventure (to September 2002)

Single disc, 276 mm, 2-piston caliper (integral ABS-I) – R1150GS / Adventure (from October 2002)
Fuel capacity22,0 l / 5,8 US gal (reserve –4,0 l) – R1150GS

30,0 l / 7,9 US gal – R1150GS Adventure
Fuel economy / consumption5,11 l / 100 km (46,0 US mpg)1
ENGINE
Engine (type)Air&Oil-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangementFlat twin (boxer)
Bore & Stroke101,0 x 70,5 mm
Displacement1130 cm³ (68,9 cu in)
Compression ratio10.3:1
Valve trainChain driven SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power85,0 hp (62,5 kW) / 6750 rpm
Max. torque98,0 Nm (9,9 kg-m) / 5250 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)4,03 sec.2
Top speed201 km/h (125 mph)3
Fuel system (type)Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.4
DRIVE TRAIN
ClutchSingle dry plate, hydraulic operated
Transmission6-speed
Final driveShaft
Gear ratio

I
II
III
IV
V

VI


3.864
3.022
2.393
1.962
1.700
1.316
ELECTRICAL
Ignition systemMotronic (mapped characteristic control)

2 spark plugs per cylinder – R1150GS / Adventure (from December 2002)
AlternatorBelt driven three-phase generator, 14V / 560W Denso

R1150GS (option), R1150GS Adventure (basic): 700W / 14V Bosch
Battery capacity12V-19Ah

Images


BMW R1150GS: images, gallery.

BMW R1150GS
BMW R1150GS
BMW R1150GS
BMW R1150GS

Videos


BMW R1150GS: video.

Manuals


BMW R1150GS: documentation.

BMW R 1100 RT: review, history, specs

Class: tour
Production: May 1994 – August 2001
Predecessor: BMW R100RT
Successor: BMW R1150RT

BMW R 1100 RT (Europe, USA), 1994-2001

History


MarketsProductionName & Codes
EuropeMay 1994 – August 2001Name: BMW R1100RT
Model code: 259T
Parts Catalog Code: 0413
USASeptember 1994 – July 2001Name: BMW R1100RT
Model code: 259T
Parts Catalog Code: 0418

Specifications


BMW R1100RT: specs.

DIMENSIONS
Overall length2230 mm / 87,8 in
Overall width775 mm / 30,5 in
Overall height1380 mm / 54,3 in
Seat height800 mm / 31,5 in

780/800/820 mm – with adjustable seat
Wheelbase1485 mm / 58,5 in
Ground clearance153 mm / 6,0 in
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight275 kg / 606 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)Tubular space frame (steel)
Front suspension, travelBMW Telelever, 120 mm / 4,7 in
Rear suspension, travelBMW Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 135 mm / 5,3 in
Front tire size120/70 ZR17
Rear tire size160/60 ZR18
Front brakeDouble disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (ABS-II)
Rear brakeSingle disc, 276 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS-II)
Fuel capacity26,0 l / 6,8 US gal (reserve – 6,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption6,27 l / 100 km (37,5 US mpg)1
ENGINE
Engine (type)Air&Oil-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangementFlat twin (boxer)
Bore & Stroke99,0 x 70,5 mm
Displacement1085 cm³ (66,2 cu in)
Compression ratio10.7:1
Valve trainChain driven SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power90,0 hp (66,0 kW) / 7250 rpm
Max. torque95,0 Nm (9,6 kg-m) / 5500 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)4,52 sec.2
Top speed201 km/h (125 mph)3
Fuel system (type)Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.2
DRIVE TRAIN
ClutchSingle dry plate, cable operated
Transmission5-speed
Final driveShaft
Gear ratio

I
II
III
IV
V


4.163
2.914
2.133
1.740
1.450
ELECTRICAL
Ignition systemMotronic (mapped characteristic control)
AlternatorBelt driven three-phase generator, 14V / 700W
Battery capacity12V-19Ah

Images


BMW R1100RT: images, gallery.

BMW R1100RT
BMW R1100RT
BMW R1100RT
BMW R1100RT

Videos


BMW R1100RT: video.

Manual


BMW R1100RT: documentation.

BMW R 1100 R: review, history, specs

Class: heritage
Production: September 1993 – April 2001
Predecessor: BMW R100R
Successor: BMW R1150R

BMW R 1100 R (Europe, USA), cast wheel, 1993-2001
BMW R 1100 R (Europe, USA), spoked wheel, 1993-2001
BMW R 1100 R (Europe, USA), 1993-1996
BMW R 1100 R (Europe, USA), 1997-2001

History


MarketsProductionName & Codes
EuropeSeptember 1993 – April 2001Name: BMW R1100R
Model code: 259R
Parts Catalog Code: 0402
USASeptember 1994 – November 2000Name: BMW R1100R
Model code: 259R
Parts Catalog Code: 0407

Specifications


BMW R1100R: specs.

DIMENSIONS
Overall length2197 mm / 86,5 in
Overall width761 mm / 30,0 in
Overall height1170 mm / 46,1 in
Seat height760/780/800 mm (adjustable seat)
Wheelbase1487 mm / 58,5 in
Ground clearance138 mm / 5,4 in
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight235 kg / 518 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)Tubular space frame (steel)
Front suspension, travelBMW Telelever, 120 mm / 4,7 in
Rear suspension, travelBMW Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 135 mm / 5,3 in
Front tire size120/70 ZR17 – R1100R (cast wheel)

110/80 ZR18 – R1100R (spoked wheel)
Rear tire size160/60 ZR18 – R1100R (cast wheel)

150/70 ZR17 – R1100R (spoked wheel)
Front brakeDouble disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (ABS-II)
Rear brakeSingle disc, 276 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS-II)
Fuel capacity21,0 l / 5,5 US gal (reserve – 6,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption4,6 l / 100 km (51 US mpg)1
ENGINE
Engine (type)Air&Oil-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangementFlat twin (boxer)
Bore & Stroke99,0 x 70,5 mm
Displacement1085 cm³ (66,2 cu in)
Compression ratio10.3:1
Valve trainChain driven SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power80,0 hp (59,0 kW) / 6750 rpm
Max. torque97,0 Nm (9,8 kg-m) / 5250 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)4,3 sec.2
Top speed197 km/h (122 mph)3
Fuel system (type)Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.2
DRIVE TRAIN
ClutchSingle dry plate, cable operated
Transmission5-speed
Final driveShaft
Gear ratio

I
II
III
IV
V


4.163
2.914
2.133
1.740
1.450
ELECTRICAL
Ignition systemMotronic (mapped characteristic control)
AlternatorBelt driven three-phase generator, 14V / 700W
Battery capacity12V-19Ah

Images


BMW R1100R: images, gallery.

BMW R1100R
BMW R1100R
BMW R1100R
BMW R1100R

Videos


BMW R1100R: video.

Manuals


BMW R1100R: documentation.

BMW K 1200 LT: review, history, specs

Class: tour
Production: June 1997 – July 2008
Predecessor: BMW K1100LT
Successor: BMW K1600GTL

BMW K 1200 LT (Europe, USA), 1st generation, 1997-2003
BMW K 1200 LT (Europe, USA), 2nd generation, 2003-2008

History


MarketsProductionName & Codes
EuropeJune 1997 – December 2003Name: BMW K1200LT (1st generation)
Model code: 89V3 (K589)
Parts Catalog Code: 0545
USAJune 1997 – November 2003Name: BMW K1200LT (1st generation)
Model code: 89V3 (K589)
Parts Catalog Code: 0555
EuropeFebruary 2003 – July 2008Name: BMW K1200LT (2nd generation)
Model code: 89V3 (K589)
Parts Catalog Code: 0549
USAFebruary 2003 – July 2008Name: BMW K1200LT (2nd generation)
Model code: 89V3 (K589)
Parts Catalog Code: 0559

Specifications


BMW K1200LT: specs.

DIMENSIONS
Overall length2508 mm / 98,7 in
Overall width1080 mm / 42,5 in
Overall height1395/1475 mm (55,0/58,1 in)
Seat height770/800 mm (30,3/31,5 in)
Wheelbase1632 mm / 64,3 in
Ground clearance104,5 mm / 4,1 in
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight378,5 kg / 834 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)Bridging frame consisting of die cast aluminium
Front suspension, travelBMW Telelever with anti-dive, 102 mm / 4,0 in
Rear suspension, travelBMW Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load), 130 mm / 5,1 in
Front tire size120/70 R17 (58V)
Rear tire size160/70 R17 (79V)
Front brakeDouble disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (ABS-II) – K1200LT (to November 2000)

Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers EVO (Integral ABS-I) – K1200LT (from November 2000)
Rear brakeSingle disc, 285 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS-II) – K1200LT (to November 2000)

Single disc, 285 mm, 2-piston caliper (Integral ABS-I) – K1200LT (from November 2000)
Fuel capacity23,5 l / 6,2 US gal (reserve – 4,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption4,47 l / 100 km (52,6 US mpg)1 – K1200LT (1st generation)

5,59 l / 100 km (42,1 US mpg)2 – K1200LT (2nd generation)
ENGINE
Engine (type)Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement4-cylinders in-line, longitudinally installed
Bore & Stroke70,5 x 75,0 mm
Displacement1171 cm³ (71,4 cu in)
Compression ratio10.8:1
Valve trainChain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power98,0 hp (72,0 kW) / 6750 rpm – K1200LT (1st generation)

116,0 hp (85,3 kW) / 8000 rpm – K1200LT (2nd generation)
Max. torque115,0 Nm (11,6 kg-m) / 4750 rpm – K1200LT (1st generation)

116,6 Nm (11,8 kg-m) / 5250 rpm – K1200LT (2nd generation)
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)4,89 sec.3

4,85 sec.4
Top speed185 km/h (115 mph)5 – K1200LT (1st generation)

209 km/h (130 mph)6 – K1200LT (2nd generation)
Fuel system (type)Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.4
DRIVE TRAIN
ClutchSingle dry plate, hydraulic operated
Transmission5-speed + reverse
Final driveShaft
Gear ratio

I
II
III
IV
V


3.864
3.022
2.393
1.819
1.316
ELECTRICAL
Ignition systemMotronic (mapped characteristic control)
AlternatorThree-phase generator, 14V / 840W
Battery capacity12V-19Ah

Images


BMW K1200LT: images, gallery

BMW K1200LT
BMW K1200LT (1st generation)
BMW K1200LT (2nd generation)
BMW K1200LT
BMW K1200LT

Videos


BMW K1200LT: video.

Manuals


BMW K1200LT: documentation.

BMW K 1100 RS: review, history, specs

Class: sport-tour
Production: April 1992 – December 1996
Predecessor: BMW K100RS
Related: BMW K1100LT
Successor: BMW K1200RS

BMW K 1100 RS (Europe, USA), 1992-1996

History


MarketsProductionName & Codes
EuropeApril 1992 – December 1996Name: BMW K1100RS
Model code: 89V2 (K589)
Parts Catalog Code: 0522
USANovember 1992 – June 1996Name: BMW K1100RS
Model code: 89V2 (K589)
Parts Catalog Code: 0532

Specifications


BMW K1100RS: specs.

DIMENSIONS
Overall length2230 mm / 87,8 in
Overall width802 mm / 31,6 in
Overall height1260 mm / 49,6 in
Seat height800 mm / 31,5 in
Wheelbase1565 mm / 61,6 in
Ground clearance125 mm / 4,9 in
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight268 kg / 591 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)Tubular space frame (steel)
Front suspension, travelTelescopic fork 41 mm, 135 mm / 5,3 in
Rear suspension, travelBMW Paralever (adjustable), 120 mm / 4,4 in
Front tire size120/70 VB17
Rear tire size160/60 VB18
Front brakeDouble disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (ABS-I) – K1100RS (to July 1993)

Double disc, 305 mm, 4-piston calipers (ABS-II) – K1100RS (from July 1993)
Rear brakeSingle disc, 285 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS-I) – K1100RS (to July 1993)

Single disc, 285 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS-II) – K1100RS (from July 1993)
Fuel capacity22,0 l / 5,8 US gal (reserve – 5,0 l)
Fuel economy / consumption4,9 l / 100 km (48 US mpg)1
ENGINE
Engine (type)Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement4-cylinders in-line, longitudinally installed
Bore & Stroke70,5 x 70,0 mm
Displacement1093 cm³ (66,7 cu in)
Compression ratio11.0:1
Valve trainChain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power100,0 hp (74,0 kW) / 7500 rpm
Max. torque107,0 Nm (10,8 kg-m) / 5500 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)3,8 sec.2
Top speed220 km/h (137 mph)3
Fuel system (type)Fuel Injection, Motronic MA 2.2
DRIVE TRAIN
ClutchSingle dry plate, cable operated
Transmission5-speed
Final driveShaft
Gear ratio

I
II
III
IV
V


4.500
2.960
2.300
1.880
1.610
ELECTRICAL
Ignition systemMotronic (mapped characteristic control)
AlternatorThree-phase generator, 14V / 460W – K1100RS (to September 1992)

Three-phase generator, 14V / 700W – K1100RS (from September 1992)
Battery capacity12V-19Ah

Images


BMW K1100RS: images, gallery.

BMW K1100RS
BMW K1100RS
BMW K1100RS
BMW K1100RS

Videos


BMW K1100RS: video.

Manuals


BMW K1100RS: documentation.

BMW F 700 GS: review, history, specs

Class: adventure
Production: July 2011 – December 2017
Related: BMW F800GS
Predecessor: BMW F650GS (798cc)
Successor: BMW F750GS

BMW F 700 GS (Europe, USA, Brazil, Thailand), 1st generation, 2011-2016
BMW F 700 GS (Europe, USA, Brazil, Thailand), 2nd generation, 2014-2017

Electronic equipment (basic & optional):

• ABS
• ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment): 2-mode – Rain and Road
• ASC (Automatic Stability Control)
• RDC (or Tire Pressure Control)

History


MarketsProductionName & Codes
EuropeJuly 2011 – July 2016Name: BMW F700GS (1st generation)
Model code: K70
Parts Catalog Code: 0B01
BrazilJune 2016 – July 2016Name: BMW F700GS (1st generation)
Model code: K70
Parts Catalog Code: 0B21
ThailandFebruary 2015 – April 2016Name: BMW F700GS (1st generation)
Model code: K70
Parts Catalog Code: 0B31
USAJune 2011 – June 2016Name: BMW F700GS (1st generation)
Model code: K70
Parts Catalog Code: 0B11
EuropeDecember 2014 – December 2017Name: BMW F700GS (2nd generation)
Model code: K70
Parts Catalog Code: 0B06
BrazilNovember 2016 – September 2017Name: BMW F700GS (2nd generation)
Model code: K70
Parts Catalog Code: 0B26
ThailandJanuary 2017 – March 2017Name: BMW F700GS (2nd generation)
Model code: K70
Parts Catalog Code: 0B36
USADecember 2014 – November 2017Name: BMW F700GS (2nd generation)
Model code: K70
Parts Catalog Code: 0B16

Specifications


BMW F700GS: specs.

DIMENSIONS
Overall length2280 mm / 89,7 in
Overall width880 mm / 34,6 in
Overall height1343 mm / 52,9 in
Seat height820 mm / 32,3 in

835 mm / 32,9 in – Comfort seat

790 mm / 31,1 in – Low seat

765 mm / 30,1 in – Low seat, Low suspension
Wheelbase1562 mm / 61,5 in
Ground clearance255 mm / 10,0 in
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight209 kg / 461 lbs
FRAME
Frame (type)Tubular space frame (steel)
Front suspension, travel41 mm telescopic fork, 170 mm / 6,7 in (140 mm – with lowered suspension)
Rear suspension, travelSwingarm with monoshock (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 170 mm / 6,7 in (135 mm – with lowered suspension)
Front tire size110/80-19
Rear tire size140/80-17
Front brakeDouble disc, 300 mm, 2-piston calipers (ABS)
Rear brakeSingle disc, 265 mm, 1-piston caliper (ABS)
Fuel capacity16 l / 4,2 US gal (reserve – 2,7 l)
Fuel economy / consumption5,0 l / 100 km (47 US mpg)1
ENGINE
Engine (type)Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement2-cylinders in-line
Bore & Stroke82,0 x 75,6 mm
Displacement798 cm³ (48,7 cu in)
Compression ratio12.0:1
Valve trainChain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power75,0 hp (55,0 kW) / 7000 rpm
Max. torque77,0 Nm (7,8 kg-m) / 5500 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)4,18 sec.2
Top speed184 km/h (114,2 mph)3
Fuel system (type)Fuel Injection
DRIVE TRAIN
ClutchWet, multi-plate, cable operated
Transmission6-speed
Final driveChain
Gear ratio

I
II
III
IV
V

VI


2.462
1.750
1.381
1.174
1.042
0.960
ELECTRICAL
Ignition systemBMS-K+
AlternatorThree-phase AC generator, 400W
Battery capacity12V-12Ah

Images


BMW F700GS: images, gallery.

BMW F700GS
BMW F700GS
BMW F700GS
BMW F700GS

Videos


BMW F700GS: video.

Manuals


BMW F700GS: documentation.