BMW K1 (1988 to 1993)

The K1 Motorrad was introduced in 1988 by BMW as a highly advanced sport-touring motorcycle for its time. It was equipped with a 987cc liquid-cooled, DOHC, longitudinally mounted, inline four engine, paired to a a 5 speed manual transmission and shaft drive. It produced around 100hp, allowing for sustained high speeds with excellent stability. The K1 was offered in a single mechanical version, distinguished primarily by striking color combinations (red/yellow, blue/yellow, white/blue, black), and stood out for its extremely aerodynamic full fairing, standard ABS brakes and a futuristic design that broke with BMW's traditional image. The BMW K1 was produced until 1993.