BMW K 1300 GT - Manual (Page 78)

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The drive shaft positioned beneath the crankshaft gives the three-cylinder
particular smoothness and refi nement also thanks to the balance weights
used on the shaft. Developing maximum output of 75 hp on total weight with
a full tank of 227 kg/501 lb, the K 75 C stands out above all as a particularly
agile motorcycle for country roads, without requiring the rider to give up the
grand touring comfort so typical of a BMW.
Just one year after the launch of the K 75, the customer is given the choice
of a new alternative, the K 75 C with its cockpit fairing fi tted fi rmly to the
handlebar. Now the headlight and instruments are now longer integrated in
the cockpit fairing, but rather stand out freely on the machine, with the rear
drum brake in combination with the 18-inch rear wheel being replaced as of
1990 by a disc brake and a 17-inch rear wheel.
The engine fi nished in black and the dynamically designed fuel tank/seat
combination serve to further upgrade the K 75. Accounting for approximately
28,000 units, the two “basic” versions of the K 75 become the most
successful representatives of their model series.
K 75 S (1985–1995).
Introducing the K 75 S, BMW adds a sporting sister model to the K 75 C.
While the suspension and drivetrain are based on the innovative technology
of the K 75 C, the slender semi-shell bearing fi tted fi rmly to the frame clearly
reveals the sporting character of the motorcycle right from the beginning.
The K 75 S therefore also comes with a fi rmer spring/damper set-up featuring
shorter spring travel and a 17-inch rear wheel with a disc brake instead of
the full-hub drum brake on the basic model.
The K 75 S Special launched in 1986 boasts an engine spoiler introduced
as a standard feature in 1988.
As of 1990 the K 75 S, like all other three-cylinders, is likewise available
with ABS. And starting in the 1991 model year, three-spoke light-alloy wheels
take the place of the eight-spoke cast wheels used so far.
K 75 RT (1989–1996).
In 1989 BMW carries over the successful concept of the K 100 RT to the
three-cylinder model series, thus creating the K 75 RT. On this new model the
sophisticated aerodynamic full fairing offers outstanding protection from wind
and weather on long distances, while the wide range of optional extras and
special equipment so typical of BMW leaves nothing to be desired also on the
Tourer with its three-cylinder power unit.