BMW K75 RT (1990-1991) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 1990, the German motorcycle maker released the BMW K75 RT, a long journey-oriented motorcycle that could also handle the urban jungle. Compared to the standard BMW k75, the RT version packed a full touring fairing with a large windscreen.

The 1990 machine came equipped with the same standard features, accessories, technical, visual, and performance specifications as the previous model without any significant changes whatsoever.

The motorcycle's visual department was characterized by standard fittings, like a full touring fairing with a rectangular headlight, a large touring windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with pillion grab handles, eight-spoke aluminum alloy wheels, and a three-into-one exhaust system with a silencer mounted on the left-hand side.

In addition, the K75 RT and K75 S were the only models in the range that packed a rear braking disc and 17-inch rear wheels, unlike the other models that featured a single leading shoe drum unit and 18-inch rear wheels.

The bike was built around a steel frame that housed a telescopic fork with 185 mm of travel on the front, guiding the front wheel fitted with two 285 mm discs and dual-piston calipers. The rear wheel was assisted by a side-mounted shock absorber with 114 mm of travel and a single 285 mm disc with a single-piston caliper.

The 1989 BMW K75 RT was powered by a 740cc four-stroke liquid-cooled three-cylinder engine that delivered 75 hp with a peak force at 8,500 rpm and 68 Nm (50 lb-ft) torque at 6,750 rpm.