Specifications for a 1983 R100 BMW

The BMW R100 is a motorcycle that was introduced to the world in 1980 by German automaker BMW. The production run of the BMW R100 lasted for four years. During this time, several updated versions of the roadster followed the original 1980 model, such as the 1983 BMW R100, which can accommodate up to two riders.

  1. Engine

    • The 1983 BMW R100 has a four-stroke, internal combustion engine with two cylinders. The flat engine of the 1983 BMW R100 features horizontally-opposed pistons. The displacement of the air-cooled engine's two cylinders is 979 cc. Both of the cylinders contain two valves. The bore and stroke of the engine is 3.7 inches and 2.78 inches, respectively. Maximum torque is 53.1 foot-pounds at 5,500 rpm. The optimal rate of performance is 66.49 horsepower at 7,000 rpm. The compression ratio of the bike is 8.2-to-1. The bike has a five-speed manual transmission, with a throttle body that is cable-operated. The engine has a wet-sump lubrication system.

    Brakes and Suspension

    • The 1983 R100 BMW features twin disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear, which is a common design. The front has a cartridge suspension. The rear has a swingarm and twin shock suspension. The suspension travel is 7.87 inches in the front and 4.92 inches in the back.

    Speed and Fuel Specifications

    • The maximum speed of the 1983 R100 BMW is 118.68 mph. The fuel tank capacity is 6.34 gallons. The dry weight of the bike, without equipment or fuel, is 480.6 pounds.

    Dimensions

    • The overall width, height and length of the 1983 R100 BMW are 29.4 inches, 47.6 inches and 87 inches. The height of the motorcycle's seat is 32.3 inches. The ground clearance, which ranges from the underside of the bike to the tire's base, is 6.5 inches. The wheelbase goes from the center of the rear to the front wheel and is 57.7 inches.