BMW Motorcycles BMW of Santa Cruz County

R1100 R boxer with rider

 

1996 BMW R1100 R

Anything but a simple motorcycle

(Also available with spoke wheels)

 


The latest in a long historic line of BMW boxer roadsters is an elegant masterpiece which seems far more simple than it actually is. The basic horizontal twin engine design has been perfected for years and it becomes obvious the moment you ride one. The ample 1100 cc engine is smooth and strong yet the ride is smooth. The paralever front end gives astounding control.

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Engine
Type Air cooled/Oil cooled twin cylinder
Bore x stroke 99 mm x 70.5 mm
Displacement 1085 cc
Horsepower 80 Bhp @ 6750 rpm
Torque 72 lb.-ft. @ 5250 rpm
Compression Ratio 10.3:1
Valve Gear HC, chain-driven
Valves 2 x 36 mm intake / 2 x 31 mm exhaust
Valve Timing
Measured at 3 mm valve clearance  
intake opens 10 degrees after TDC
intake closes 36 degrees after BDC
exhaust opens 35 degrees before BDC
exhaust closes 3 degrees before TDC
Valves per cylinder Four
Camshafts 300 degrees
Engine Oil Capacity 4 quarts of SF, SG motor oil, also w/CC or CD
Engine Oil Filter spin-on Micronic filter cartridge
Carburetion fuel injection and electronic ignition MA 2.2
Ignition controlled by Bosch Motronic
Fuel Demand unleaded, middle-grade premium, 89 (AKI)
Fuel Tank steel tank with enclosed fuel pump and filter
Fuel Capacity 5.5 US gallons including 1 gal. reserve
Air Filter Paper-type element
Charging system 14 V, 50 Amp Alternator (700W)
Battery BMW Mareg, 19.5 Amp/h low maintenance
Cooling System Combined air/oil cooled
Drivetrain
Primary drive Helical-cut gears with tensioner
Clutch 180 mm dry, single plate with diaphram spring
Gear Ratios 1st gear-- 4.16:1
2nd gear-- 2.91:1
3rd gear-- 2.13:1
4th gear-- 1.74:1
5th gear-- 1.45:1
Drive System enclosed driveshaft with two universal joints and integral torsional damper
Final Drive spiral bevel gears, 3.0:1 ratio (33/11)
Frame and Suspension
Frame New 3-section frame concept
Front Suspension Telelever with central spring strut. Linear-rate coil spring. Twin-tube gas-filled.
Travel / Dimensions 4.68 inches total travel
Rear Suspension Patented BMW Paralever swingarm and shaft drive, single shock with variable rebound damping
Travel / Dimensions 5.27 inches total travel, 7-position preload
Brakes
Brake System BMW / FAG anti-lock brake system ABS II
Front Brakes two 4-piston calipers, wear compensation
Front Rotors dual 12.0 inch floating rotors
Actuation method hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type
Rear Brake one 4-piston caliper, floating mount
Rear Rotor single 10.9 inch diameter fixed rotor
Actuation method hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type
Wheels and Tires
Front Wheel 3.50 x 17 MT-H2, cast alloy, 3-spoke U-profile
(spoke wheel model has Patented Cross Spoke Wheels)
Rear Wheel 4.50 x 18 MT-H2, cast alloy, 3-spoke U-profile
(spoke wheel model has Patented Cross Spoke Wheels)
Front Tire 120/70 -- ZR 17 tubeless
Rear Tire 160/60 -- ZR 18 tubeless
Dimensions
Overall Length 85.68 inches (2197 mm)
Overall Width 35.02 inches (898 mm) (over mirrors)
Wheelbase 57.99 inches (1487 mm) (unladen)
Ground Clearance 5.38 inches (138 mm) (unladen)
Seat Height 29.9 / 30.7 / 31.5 inches (760 / 780 / 800 mm)
Handlebar Width 29.68 inches (761 mm) (with weights)
Steering Angle 64 degrees
Front Wheel Trail 4.68 inches (120 mm) (unladen)
Weight -- Dry 482 lbs.
Weight -- Wet 517 lbs.
Maximum Load 990 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating
Wheel load limits Front= 396 lbs.
Rear= 660 lbs.
Available Colors
Mystic Red Metallic #689
Ascot Green Metallic #714
Arctic Grey Metallic #700
Seat Color: Black
Standard Equipment
Adjustable seat height (3 positions)
Single key lock system for ignition, steering, fuel cap, and seat storage compartment locks
Integrated ignition and steering lock
High mounted stainless steel muffler
Catalytic converter
Power acessory socket
Hazard warning flashers
Ajustable front brake lever
ABS II (anti-lock brake system)




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