Are BMW K75s reliable?
Had a K75s with ABS for nine years. Far smoother than it’s big brother K bikes (until the K1200), the K75s is dependable, comfortable, somewhat sporty for its time, and an all around wonderful bike. Like others who once owned them, I’d love to have mine back again.
How many cylinders in BMW K100?
four
The BMW K100 is a family of four-cylinder 987 cc motorcycles that were manufactured by BMW from 1983 to 1992.
What is the weight of a BMW k75?
BMW K 75RT
| Make Model | BMW K 75RT |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 175 mm / 6.9 in. |
| Dry Weight | 239 kg / 527 lbs. |
| Wet Weight | 257 kg / 567 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 21 liters / 4.6 US gal |
What do you need to know about the BMW K100?
The grip’s teeth mesh and the “cable-puller” gear assembly have index marks which need to match to provide full throttle-range operation. The K100 is an advanced vehicle, with electronic ignition and fuel injection, requiring minimal “tune-up” style maintenance.
Are there any BMWs with over 100k miles?
Two of the BMWs I owned had more than 100,000 miles at the time I bought them, and they proved to be extremely reliable for years and years. You could easily have the same experience if you follow the tips I have outlined in this article!
What to look for in a BMW K1100LT?
❍Check Valve Clearance on a K1100LT – Mike Nolan ❍Cold Running Problems, Things to look for – Rob Lentini ❍Coolant Change Trick – Fred Scott (September 2000) ❍Cooling Fan Diagnostics – Jeff Dunkle ❍Diagnose Gas Mileage Problems – Don Eilenberger (June 2000)
How much does a 1985 BMW K100 cost?
Not available on 1985 K100s without *extensive* modifications, including a new gas tank. Easily installed (*requires the removal of the gas tank). Useful item. Approx $120 US, about 1 hour to install (*requires the removal of the gas tank). Very useful. Approx $70 US, about 1 hour to install (*requires the removal of the gas tank).
How many miles does a 1985 BMW K100 have?
1985 BMW K100 (1000cc) with 8,300 miles on it!!!!!!!! Rare bike with unheard of low miles. In looking around at other bikes for milage I have yet to see one with less then 16,000. I have seen them with as many as 100K.
Is the BMW K100 still in good condition?
The rubber in the handlebars are still in very good condition and take a lot of the vibration and other discomforts sometimes experienced on older bikes. The bike leans well in turns and can comfortably get pegs close to ground. It shifts very smoothly and the brakes work great.
Two of the BMWs I owned had more than 100,000 miles at the time I bought them, and they proved to be extremely reliable for years and years. You could easily have the same experience if you follow the tips I have outlined in this article!
How is the oil level measured on a BMW K100?
The oil level on the K100 is not measured by means of a conventional dip stick. On the right-hand lower engine block is a “sight glass” which has a large red circle and a dot in the middle of it. The upper and lower portions of the circle represent the upper and lower oil level limits respectively.