Bmw s1000r vikt
The inline four engine lacks some of the pizazz of alternative configurations, the brake calipers feel like a step-down from the old bike and it really warrants tyres better suited to the broad range of its abilities. Those are the only niggles: it otherwise blends cutting-edge performance with road sensibilities as well as anything out there. Find out how he got on here. The frame relies on the engine to provide structural rigidity, yet both elements and ancillaries like the exhaust, swingarm, subframe are all lighter.
Suspension is all new: the rear shock in particular has a larger damping piston for better control, and the DDC semi-active control option pulls data from a new IMU and acts upon refined settings to increase ride comfort as well as control. Extra steering lock has reduced the turning circle by 1. High-speed direction changes are just as easy as threading through a jam to the front of the queue.
Owners of those were less than pleased by the switch from Brembo on those model, and the supernaked is similarly compromised.
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The ABS is at least very good: as are all the electronic systems. The new suspension balances refinement and poise brilliantly in road mode: Dynamic suspension mode was redundant until the launch moved to Cadwell Park for an evening of thrashing. I tested a mid-spec model with stock cast wheels, as well as another with optional forged wheels which save nearly a kilo in unsprung weight.
Worth it? Giving motorcyclists what they think they want is fraught. After all, decades of sportsbike buyers shouting "More! The frame, swingarm, suspension and engine are the same in general, with detail changes to suit the different usage. The two previous generations have remained at least 25bhp short of the sportsbike in output though, with more midrange, whereas the Italians favour less differentiation.
It may satisfy keyboard experts who demand unadulterated sportsbike thrills with flat handlebars, but relatively few are sold.
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The new SR may appear to have gone down that path: it has again taken its major componentry from the latest generation of double-R, which is packs over bhp at the wheel with more intense focus than ever. The naked does without the complexity, and redundant top-end power and a conventional camshaft profile matches the RR up to 10,rpm before falling behind the superbike and revving to a lower 12,rpm ceiling.
There are gains lower down, so the crucial area 'under the curve' is greater. The broad torque spread allows a wider ratio spacing — you rarely need to stab it down to get the response you need, and if you want to kick back and cruise, the rpm drop right down for reduced consumption and vibes. But 70mph in top requires just rpm, and creeping up a bit more for a brisk but not mickey-taking motorway still keeps it running at around rpm.
Being a brand-new model, it's hard to judge reliability, but BMW offer a three-year warranty and a strong dealer network. What's more, our owners' reviews of the current RR superbike reveal five-star ratings for reliability, meaning you shouldn't have anything to worry about. And finally, our long-term test of the BMW SR didn't highlight anything too concerning from a reliability standpoint.
Although the SR starts at £12, — undercutting much of its premium European competition — prices can quickly climb when you start to tick boxes on the optional extras list. All blisteringly quick motorcycles, some may actually prefer the BMW for its road-friendly midrange and more modest power output. There's also optional semi-active suspension control and a fourth riding mode.
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There are loads of optional extras on hand to personalise your bike, or indeed to make it quicker, louder, crash better or be more comfortable. Starting at £15,, the Sport includes everything on the base model, plus DRL, USB socket, heated grips, semi-active suspension, cornering lights and more. Read what they have to say and what they like and dislike about the bike below.
I'd definitely recommend this bike. An every day rider. Great bike for when you want to take it easy or go a bit loony. Good mpg.