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BMW K 1100 LT 1996

Engine
Configuration Flat in-line 4 cylinder, four valves per cylinder, liquid cooled Lubrication Gear driven trochoidal pump
Bore & Stroke 70.5 x 70.0 mm Ignition
Capacity 1092 cc Charging system 12V 19Ah 700W
Compression Ratio 11.0 : 1 Starter
Maximum Power 100 bhp @ 7500 
74 kw @ 7500
Transmission Gear driven primary drive 
Palloid bevel gears 
Paralever, 2.81:1
Maximum Torque 79 ft/lb @ 5500 
107 nm @ 5500
Gearbox 1st 4.49 
2nd 2.96 
3rd 2.30 
4th 1.88 
5th 1.61
Cam Timing Clutch Single plate dry clutch
Fuel Bosch Motronic MA 2.2 digital fuel injection with fuel cut-off when coasting
Chassis
Frame Wheels 3 spoke malleable alloy
Dimensions  Weight: 268 kg wet 
Length: 
Seat height: 800mm (31.5 in) 

 

Tyres 120/70 ZR 17 
140/80 ZR 18
Front Suspension 42mm Marzocchi hydraulic telescopic forks with progressive spring rate and integral fork stabiliser, 135mm travel. Brakes Front: 
Dual Brembo 4-piston calipers with angular-wear compensation and 305mm stainless steel floating brake discs. 
Rear: 285 mm disc
Rear suspension Gas-filled monoshock, 5 spring preload settings. Fuel Capacity 22 litres inc 4l reserve
Colours Mystic Red Metallic #689 
Graphite Metallic #704 
Aspen Silver Metallic #712 (w/stripes) 
Standard Features
  • Touring fairing with electrically adjustable windshield ABS II (Anti-lock braking system) 
  • Colour matched panniers cases and topbox with integral backrest 
  • Single key lock system for ignition, steering, fuel cap, seat storage compartment locks 
  • Engine protection bars 
  • Stainless steel exhaust system and catalytic converter 
  • AM/FM stereo radio/cassette with handlebar mounted remote control 
  • High performance front and rear speakers with adjustment control 
  • Heated handlebar grips, map reading light, dual-tone horns 
  • Fuel and temperature gauges, digital clock 
  • Two power accessory sockets 
Performance
Top Speed Over 200kph (135+ mph) Fuel Economy 5.8 litres per 100 km at 120 kph
Acceleration 0- 60 mph 4.3 sec 
60 - 140 kph 10.5 sec