Who would call BMW "trend setting?" Even as motorcycles in general have become bigger, faster, more complex with more and more cylinders and valves and carburetors or even computer-controlled fuel injection, BMWs have come with the same basic engine layout since 1923—opposed Twin, two valves per cylinder, push-rods, two carburetors and a driveshaft to deliver power to the rear wheel.
| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION | |
|---|---|
| Model ID | |
| Manufacturer (Make) | BMW |
| Model Name | R 100 RS |
| Year | 1979 |
| Category(class) | Sport-touring |
| Engine | |
| Engine Capacity (Displacement) | 979 ccm (59.74 cubic inches) |
| Engine Type | 2 cylinders |
| Bore x Stroke | Ø94.0 mm x 70.6 mm (Ø3.7 inches x 2.78 inches) |
| Bore/Stroke Ratio | 1.33 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 |
| Timing System | OHV |
| Cooling System | Air |
| Powertrain | |
| Gearbox | 5 speed |
| Chassis/Suspension/Brakes | |
| Front Brakes | Dual disc |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc |
| Front Tire | 3.25-19 |
| Rear Tire | 4.00-18 |
| Dimensions | |
| Curb Weight | 247 kg (545 lb) |
| Fuel Capacity | 24 litres (6.34 gallons) |
| Performance | |
| Max Power | 70.00 HP (51.1 kW) at 7250 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.28 Hp/Kg |
| Top Speed | 193 km/h (120mph) |
| Acceleration (dart, speedup) time | |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.3 seconds |
| 0-60 mph | 5.1 seconds |
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