| Engine | Suzuki GSX-R1000 | BMW K100 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 999 cc | 987 cc |
| Max power | 178 hp (@11 000 RPM) | 90 hp (@8 000 RPM) |
| Max torque | 87 lb ft (@8 500 RPM) | 63 lb ft (@8 250 RPM) |
| Redline | 13 500 RPM | 8 500 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 150 RPM | 1 200 RPM |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Carburetor |
| Layout | DOHC Inline-4 | DOHC Inline-4 |
| Compression | 12.50:1 | 10.20:1 |
| Oil capacity | 3.12 quart | |
| Oil type | 10W40 | 10W40 |
| Spark plug type | NGK CR9E, DENSO U27ESR-N | Bosch XR 5 DC, Beru 12-5 DU, Champion A 85 YC |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 16 | 8 |
| Bore | 73.0 mm | 67.0 mm |
| Stroke | 59.0 mm | 70.0 mm |
| Weight to power | 2.49 lbs/hp | 5.85 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 1004 hp/2500lbs | 427 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | 12v 10Ah |
| Gearbox | Suzuki GSX-R1000 | BMW K100 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Wet | Wet |
| Drive | Chain | Shaft |
| Chain type | DID530 V9, 110 Links | |
| Gears count | 6 | 5 |
| Primary ratio | 1.553 | 1.944 |
| Final drive | 2.47 | 2.91 |
| 1. gear | 2.562 (100 mph) | 2.312 (51 mph) |
| 2. gear | 2.052 (125 mph) | 1.522 (77 mph) |
| 3. gear | 1.714 (150 mph) | 1.185 (99 mph) |
| 4. gear | 1.5 (171 mph) | 0.966 (121 mph) |
| 5. gear | 1.36 (188 mph) | 0.875 (134 mph) |
| 6. gear | 1.269 (202 mph) |
| Chasis | Suzuki GSX-R1000 | BMW K100 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Aluminium twin-spar | Tubular steel frame |
| Front susp. | 43mm KYB USD, 4.72 in travel | Telescopic fork, 7.28 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Monoshock, 5.12 in travel | Monolever, 4.33 in travel |