| Engine | BMW K100 | Suzuki GSX-R1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 987 cc | 988 cc |
| Max power | 90 hp (@8 000 RPM) | 160 hp (@10 800 RPM) |
| Max torque | 86 Nm (@8 250 RPM) | 120 Nm (@8 500 RPM) |
| Redline | 8 500 RPM | 12 000 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 200 RPM | 1 200 RPM |
| Management | Carburetor | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | DOHC Inline-4 | DOHC Inline-4 |
| Compression | 10.20:1 | 12.00:1 |
| Oil type | 10W40 | 10W40 |
| Spark plug type | Bosch XR 5 DC, Beru 12-5 DU, Champion A 85 YC | ngk cr9eia-9 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 8 | 16 |
| Bore | 67.0 mm | 73.0 mm |
| Stroke | 70.0 mm | 59.0 mm |
| Throttle bore | 42.0 mm | |
| Weight to power | 2.66 kg/hp | |
| Power to weight | 376 hp/Ton |
| Gearbox | BMW K100 | Suzuki GSX-R1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Wet | Wet |
| Drive | Shaft | Chain |
| Chain type | ||
| Gears count | 5 | 6 |
| Primary ratio | 1.944 | 1.553 |
| Final drive | 2.91 | 2.47 |
| 1. gear | 2.312 (82 km/h) | 2.687 (136 km/h) |
| 2. gear | 1.522 (124 km/h) | 2.052 (179 km/h) |
| 3. gear | 1.185 (159 km/h) | 1.681 (218 km/h) |
| 4. gear | 0.966 (195 km/h) | 1.45 (253 km/h) |
| 5. gear | 0.875 (216 km/h) | 1.304 (281 km/h) |
| 6. gear | 1.208 (304 km/h) |
| Chasis | BMW K100 | Suzuki GSX-R1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Tubular steel frame | Twin-spar aluminum |
| Front susp. | Telescopic fork, 185.00 mm travel | Upside down forks, 125.00 mm travel |
| Rear susp. | Monolever, 110.00 mm travel | 130.00 mm travel |