BMW R 1100 S: specs and comparison
BMW R 1100 S (Sport, 1998-2005): 1085 cc engine, 72 kW / 97 bhp, 232 kg, seat height 800 mm. Licence: Full A only.
Also written as: BMW R1100S
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BMW R 1100 S1998-2005 · 1085 cc · 72 kW
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Specs
Generation 1998-2005
| Years | 1998-2005 |
|---|---|
| Type | Sport |
| Licence | Full A only |
| Engine | 1085 cc, 2 cyl. |
| Power | 72 kW / 97 bhp |
| Weight | 232 kg (wet or dry not stated) |
| Seat height | 800 mm |
| Max load | no data |
| ABS | ABS optional |
| Drive / gearbox | shaft, manual |
| Tank | 18 l |
| Fuel use | 43 mpg (6.5 l/100 km) |
| Range on one tank | 150 miles |
| Used price (estimate) | £5,500 - £7,900 |
Why it's worth it
- Engine with real character
- Stable on the motorway
- Good-quality suspension
Watch out
- Expensive parts
- Heavy: 230 kg or more
What to check on a used one
- Service history: stamps and invoices
- Electrical connectors: corrosion, lights, switches
- Gearbox: false neutrals, jumping out of gear
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Questions
Is the BMW R 1100 S A2-legal?
No: 72 kW is over 70 kW, so it cannot be restricted for A2. It needs a full A licence.
What is the seat height of the BMW R 1100 S?
800 mm. Whether you reach the ground also depends on the seat width: the finder estimates it from your height and inside leg.
How much does the BMW R 1100 S weigh?
232 kg (wet or dry not stated).
What is the fuel use and range of the BMW R 1100 S?
About 43 mpg (6.5 l/100 km); with the 18 l tank that is roughly 150 miles (240 km) before the fuel light comes on.
Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.