Is the BMW S1000XR a good bike?
Is the BMW S1000XR a good bike?
Excellent bike for everything. I’m 6’4 and have never been more comfortable on a bike. As quick as anything in normal day riding….
| Summary of owners’ reviews | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating: | 4.2 out of 5 (4.2/5) |
| Ride quality & brakes: | 4.6 out of 5 (4.6/5) |
| Engine: | 4.6 out of 5 (4.6/5) |
| Reliability & build quality: | 4.3 out of 5 (4.3/5) |
What does XR stand for BMW?
The BMW F 900 XR. Higher, faster, further. XR stands for the uncompromising combination of athleticism and long-distance performance: Adrenaline for days, curve for curve. On the F 900 XR, you can keep hunting these curves without stopping – mile after mile. Even its thrilling design promises pure performance.
How fast is a BMW XR?
The BMW S1000XR is a sport touring motorcycle produced by BMW Motorrad since 2015….BMW S1000XR.
| Manufacturer | BMW Motorrad |
|---|---|
| Engine | 999 cc (61.0 cu in) liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve DOHC inline-four |
| Bore / stroke | 80 mm × 49.7 mm (3.1 in × 2.0 in) |
| Compression ratio | 12.0:1 |
| Top speed | 274 km/h (170 mph) (estimated) |
What is the top speed of a BMW s1000rr?
188 mph
Top Speed: 188 mph (Est.)
What kind of car is the BMW S1000XR?
The S1000XR has been a consistent MCN ‘sports adventure’ group test winner from the beginning, sitting neatly in between the relaxed Ducati Multistrada 1200/1260 and bonkers KTM’s 1290 Super Duke GT. It’s upright, practical and comfortable with RR-like speed, handling and braking performance.
What’s the difference between BMW XR and XR?
Updated in 2017 for Euro 4, BMW gave the XR an extra 5bhp, new handlebars to tackle the vibes and a beefed-up the subframe to take an extra 10kg – all subtle changes, which didn’t add up to a big difference in the real world. What we’d really like to see now is an XR version of the brilliant 2019 S1000RR …now that would be very special indeed.
How much does a BMW XR bar end cost?
The steel powder-coated bar ends weigh 270g each and are designed specifically to soak up the vibes on the XR. The fasteners are made from stainless steel. The bar ends cost £39 a pair and are easy to fit, with no need for specialist tools or knowledge.