BMW R 850 R

In 1994, the BMW R 850 R was presented as a sister model to the R 1100 R. Reducing the cylinder bore from a diameter of 99 to 87.5 mm decreased the capacity compared with the R 1100 R from 1,085 cc to 848 cc. The modification also reduced the power of the engine from 80 hp to 70 hp as in the 1100 cc model. Firstly, this made the R 850 R a good successor model to the R 80 for government agencies and secondly it was the appropriate model in the BMW range for returning BMW fans. A derated 34 hp version was additionally suitable for holders of graded motorcycle driving licences.