| Engine | BMW K100 | Suzuki GSX-R750 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 987 cc | 749 cc |
| Max power | 90 hp (@8 000 RPM) | 148 hp (@12 800 RPM) |
| Max torque | 63 lb ft (@8 250 RPM) | 63 lb ft (@11 200 RPM) |
| Redline | 8 500 RPM | 14 250 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 200 RPM | 1 200 RPM |
| Management | Carburetor | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | DOHC Inline-4 | DOHC Inline-4 |
| Compression | 10.20:1 | 12.50:1 |
| Oil capacity | 2.08 quart | |
| Oil type | 10W40 | 10W40 |
| Spark plug type | Bosch XR 5 DC, Beru 12-5 DU, Champion A 85 YC | NGK CR9E, DENSO U27ESR-N |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 8 | 16 |
| Bore | 67.0 mm | 70.0 mm |
| Stroke | 70.0 mm | 48.7 mm |
| Throttle bore | 50.0 mm | |
| Weight to power | 5.85 lbs/hp | 2.89 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 427 hp/2500lbs | 865 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | 12V 10Ah 10HR |
| Gearbox | BMW K100 | Suzuki GSX-R750 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Wet | Wet |
| Drive | Shaft | Chain |
| Chain type | RK 525ROZ5Y, 116 links | |
| Gears count | 5 | 6 |
| Primary ratio | 1.944 | 1.761 |
| Final drive | 2.91 | 2.647 |
| 1. gear | 2.312 (51 mph) | 2.79 (81 mph) |
| 2. gear | 1.522 (77 mph) | 2.05 (110 mph) |
| 3. gear | 1.185 (99 mph) | 1.71 (132 mph) |
| 4. gear | 0.966 (121 mph) | 1.5 (150 mph) |
| 5. gear | 0.875 (134 mph) | 1.35 (167 mph) |
| 6. gear | 1.2 (188 mph) |
| Chasis | BMW K100 | Suzuki GSX-R750 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Tubular steel frame | Aluminum frame |
| Front susp. | Telescopic fork, 7.28 in travel | Showa 41mm USD, 5.12 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Monolever, 4.33 in travel | Showa monoshock, 5.12 in travel |