| Engine | Suzuki GSX-R1000 | BMW K100 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 999 cc | 987 cc |
| Max power | 199 hp (@13 000 RPM) | 90 hp (@8 000 RPM) |
| Max torque | 87 lb ft (@10 800 RPM) | 63 lb ft (@8 250 RPM) |
| Redline | 14 500 RPM | 8 500 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 200 RPM | 1 200 RPM |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Carburetor |
| Layout | DOHC Inline-4 | DOHC Inline-4 |
| Compression | 13.20:1 | 10.20:1 |
| Oil capacity | 3.88 quart | |
| Oil type | 10W40 | |
| Spark plug type | Bosch XR 5 DC, Beru 12-5 DU, Champion A 85 YC | |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 16 | 8 |
| Bore | 76.0 mm | 67.0 mm |
| Stroke | 55.1 mm | 70.0 mm |
| Throttle bore | 43.0 mm | |
| Weight to power | 2.22 lbs/hp | 5.85 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 1128 hp/2500lbs | 427 hp/2500lbs |
| Gearbox | Suzuki GSX-R1000 | BMW K100 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Slipper | Wet |
| Drive | Chain | Shaft |
| Chain type | 525 | |
| Gears count | 6 | 5 |
| Primary ratio | 1.652 | 1.944 |
| Final drive | 2.647 | 2.91 |
| 1. gear | 2.562 (97 mph) | 2.312 (51 mph) |
| 2. gear | 2.052 (121 mph) | 1.522 (77 mph) |
| 3. gear | 1.714 (145 mph) | 1.185 (99 mph) |
| 4. gear | 1.5 (166 mph) | 0.966 (121 mph) |
| 5. gear | 1.36 (183 mph) | 0.875 (134 mph) |
| 6. gear | 1.269 (196 mph) |
| Chasis | Suzuki GSX-R1000 | BMW K100 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Twin-spar aluminum perimeter frame | Tubular steel frame |
| Front susp. | Showa BPF USD | Telescopic fork, 7.28 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Showa monoshock | Monolever, 4.33 in travel |