1978 BMW R 100 S

BMW R 100 S
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BMW R 100 S
BMW R 100 S
BMW R 100 S
BMW R 100 S
BMW R 100 S

General motorcycle information

Model
BMW R 100 S
Year
1978
Category
Sport touring
Rating
  3.7 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
59.74 cubic inches (979.0 ccm)
Engine type
Two cylinder boxer, 4 stroke
Power
70.0 horsepowers (52.2 kiloWatts) at 7250 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
9.5:1
Bore x stroke
5.74 x 4.31 inches (94.0 x 70.6 mm)
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
-
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
-
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
189.0 kmh (117.4 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.25-19
Rear tyre
4.00-18
Front brake
Double discs
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
522.5 pounds (237.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
-
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
6.34 gallons (24.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

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