BMWK100 RT 1983 - 1984

　　In 1983, one year after the release of the basic K 100 and K 100 RS, BMW launched the K 100 RT and expanded the model range with the first super tourer from BMW.

　　All three models shared the same longitudinally installed four-cylinder in-line engine lying on its side in the tubular spaceframe and the same technical characteristics except the fairing, which was upgraded for the benefit of the driver.

　　In the upper part, the fairing was designed to be more expansive and included protection for the driver’s legs and feet. In an upright seating position, the driver and passenger were protected from bad weather or debris and also spared from wind turbulence due to the windscreen that was pulled much higher and leaned towards the driver.

　　The 1983 BMW K 100 RT, powered by the 987cc four-cylinder in-line engine, had a power output of 90 hp at 8,000 rpm and 84 Nm (62 lb-ft) of torque with a peak at 8,250 rpm that pushed the 253 kg (558 lbs) super sports tourer to a top speed of 215 kph (134 mph).

　　The model came with factory features such as hard lockable side panniers, full fairing, a large adjustable windscreen, a radio system with speakers, a dual seat, cast-aluminum wheels, an analog instrument cluster, and a center stand.