S1000RR test ride

[Blade]

If you explained your not wanting to commit now it makes sense to offer a deal for later in the hope you come back.

Saying that it will have to be a storming deal to get you on any bike that isn't red

[Frankie]

@Frankie. How much is an s1000rr with tc, semi active suspension and forged wheels in Motorsport colours ?

I think he quoted £14,700 for that bike yesterday but that didn't include the forged wheels. Not sure whether they are a benefit cost wise as the S1000 turned quickly anyway.

Interestingly though, when i mentioned that i would not be making any decisions until late summer the salesman actually said he could do a much better deal come winter time. Whilst we all know thats possible, i thought it an unusual line to come out with.

I don't have access to my quotes system at home but the forged wheels will cost you another £1,250.00 on top of the spec you decide to go for.
Don't forget the gear shift assist pro not only allows for clutch-less up shifts it also allows for clutch-less down shifts.
The more I learn about the 2015 model the more I see how much it has changed from the 2014 and previous models, a lot of money, but in comparison to the main competition around, it's a well priced machine, with a lot of bike for your hard earned wedge.

[duke63]

If you explained your not wanting to commit now it makes sense to offer a deal for later in the hope you come back.

Saying that it will have to be a storming deal to get you on any bike that isn't red

He knew i was Ducati through and through and would need persuading to buy that over a Panigale.

[Rossgo]

This must be a great bike seen a fair few of them here would be a lot of bike for the price and the extras eg heated grips is a great touch. Think more bikes should have this option espiecally in British weather! Great review enjoyed reading it thanks for sharing

[Blade]

@Frankie. Yes I agree it is a very impressive spec for the money, the level of tech these days is mind blowing. I was adding forged wheels to see how it compared on price to the R1M and 1299 tbh.

[D41]

That much money for forged wheels???
I'll take the real ones thank you very much.

[Blade]

I agree D41. The forged wheels are expensive as an upgrade.

I got mine on a very good deal but only paid £1100 and still have the originals too.

[duke63]

In my short test ride, i'm not sure you would gain much from buying them.

[Frankie]

If I was a riding God and needed to turn sharper, then maybe I would be looking for lighter wheels, which in fairness there are a lots of specialists in wheels as we know, so there is a massive amount of choice.

As I am not, normal wheels do it for me And the money saved can go to my save my man cave roof fund.

[Blade]

You would need to try them back to back IMO.

They really did transform the sp from an oil tanker into a 250 gp machine.

[Blade]

Best mod that can be done in my experience and with me benefiting it proves you don't need to be a riding god to notice the difference. It really is a night and day transformation.

[Kwacky]

But you're comparing 15 year old wheels to modern sportsbike wheels.

[Blade]

Lighter wheels are lighter wheels mate.

[Kwacky]

So there's no difference between a 10kg weight saving and a 500g weight saving?

I'm prepared to bet that the stock wheels on the 2015 BMW are a damn sight lighter than the stock wheels on the Honda.

[Blade]

My wheels saved 0.5 kg which is probably typical of what BMW will be saving.

In my opinion there a good mod, expensive but also worth it. Just my opinion.

[Blade]

It doesn't matter what Honda or BMW wheels weigh. All that matters is what the net reduction is for a specific application.

I saved 0.5 kg and it totally transformed the bike. Don't get lost on the numbers. The weight saving is minimal, the effect us huge.

If you ever get chance to try a pair back to back I would recommend trying it.

[duke63]

The Multis wheels are very light compared to even the later 5 spoke Marchesinis on the 748. Yet Ducati still spec'd forged wheels for the Pikes Peak Multi.

I guess a saving is a saving, though i'm not sure there would be any great benefit to the average road rider on the BMW when the standard wheels are pretty light anyway. I suspect if you were able to ride them side by side most riders would notice the difference but with the S1000RR you need to request them when the bike is being made.

In terms of the best money you can spend, i would say that suspension always comes top for me.

[Perkles]

rotating mass is the best weight saving you can make that and a good poo before you go for a ride

[Blade]

The thing with lighter wheels is they have so many benefits. They improve handling, suspension action, braking and acceleration. Really are a good mod IMO. I was very cynical about what an average rider like me could feel in the road but for me anyway they were a fantastic upgrade.

[kiwikrasher]

The pikes peak had forged wheels? To be honest I didn't even notice. They were black and the tyres were stuck to them that probably makes me a heathen. I might have noticed if I had to clean it.