BMW R100GS

The House of Munich has launched a liter-class all-road machine, in the embodiment of the 1991 MY BMW R 100 GS, specifically for those riders who want more power from their machine, as well as the possibility of light enduro riding, without any special modifications.

Model year

1991

Type

Offroad

Make

BMW

Engine Power

59.55 HP (43.8 kW) @ 6500 rpm

Top Speed

112.47 mph

Technical Specifications

Engine and transmission

Engine type:
2 cylinders, 4-stroke, Boxer
Displacement:
979 cc (59.82 cubic inches)
Bore × stroke:
3.7 inch × 2.78 inch (oversquare - shortstroke)
Cooling system:
Air cooled
Power:
59.55 HP (43.8 kW) @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
76 Nm (56.05 lb-ft) @ 3750 rpm
Throttle:
Cable operated
Valves
Valve train:
OHV, variable
Valves per cylinder:
2
Fuel and ignition
Sparks per cylinder:
1
Fuel supply system:
Carburetor
Compression:
8.5:1
Engine mounting:
Longitudinal
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Gear box:
Manual 5-speed
Clutch:
Dry, single plate, cable operated
Final drive:
Shaft
Spark plug pipe type:
Bosch, W7DC

Dimensions

Physical measures
Length:
90.2 inch
Width:
39.4 inch
Height:
45.9 inch
Weight
Curb weight:
496 lbs
Wheel base:
59.6 inch
Ground clearance:
7.87 inch
Seat height:
33.5 inch

Chassis and suspension

Front
Suspension:
Cartridge
Suspension travel:
8.86 inch
Brake:
Single Disk, Ø11.22 inch
Tire:
90 / 90 R21
Rear
Suspension:
mono shock, Paralever
Suspension travel:
7.09 inch
Brake:
Drum, Ø7.87 inch
Tire:
130 / 80 R17
Frame type:
steel, Double cradle frame