BMW R100 GS (1986-1987) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 1987, BMW launched the R 100 GS, which set new benchmarks in the Enduro touring segment. The bike was the most powerful Enduro motorcycle powered by the biggest displacement engine of its time.

The innovations consisted of the BMW Paralever rear swingarm and the tubeless tires mounted on the cross-spoked wheels that offered an additional safety feature. As a distinction from the R 80 GS, the 100 GS model got as standard, a small lamp cover and an oil cooler mounted on the engine protection bars, and except for the engine, in every other aspect, the models were identical.

The most powerful Enduro motorcycle at the time was taking its trust from the 980cc flat-twin engine with an output power of 60 hp at 6,500 and 76 Nm (56 lb-ft) of torque with a peak at 6,500 rpm. The curb weight of 210 kg (463 lbs) combined with the engine power and a five-speed manual transmission resulted in a maximum top speed of 181 kph (111 mph).

The stopping power was provided by a single 285 mm disc on the front wheel and a 200 mm drum unit brake on the rear wheel.

From the factory, the bike came with standard features such as a dual seat, a small luggage rack, pillion grab handles, small fairing, laced wheels, analog instruments, a blacked-out frame, an under-seat exhaust system, and a center stand.