BMW S1000XR

Post by **rocket** » 04 Nov 2014, 21:44

Is it made in china they are demons at copying

Post by **Frankie** » 05 Nov 2014, 00:00

C00kiemonster wrote:How heavy is frankies bike compared to this new one? I have to say I like both.

My S1000RS is 200Kg I think this is coming in at 228Kg, the Tiger XC in comparison is 215Kg.

Post by **C00kiemonster** » 05 Nov 2014, 08:24

I wonder where all the extra weight comes from? Bit heavy I think...

Post by **Kwacky** » 05 Nov 2014, 09:48

Materials and engine components usually. I'm guessing it'll be tuned down from the 1000rr engine so won't need the same sort of high spec.

Post by **Blade** » 05 Nov 2014, 10:08

Extra strengthening of subframe etc for load carrying capacity.

Post by **C00kiemonster** » 05 Nov 2014, 11:30

I suppose your both right but it does seem a lot...

I think I'd still rather have the R and add panniers.

Post by **Kwacky** » 05 Nov 2014, 11:34

Wheels as well. They alter the weight depending on what's being used.

Post by **kingfixer** » 05 Nov 2014, 11:46

New Multi = 160hp + 100ftlbs
S1000XR = 160hp + 83ftlbs

I've cancelled my S1000XR order

Post by **Monty** » 05 Nov 2014, 14:00

kingfixer wrote:New Multi = 160hp + 100ftlbs
S1000XR = 160hp + 83ftlbs

I've cancelled my S1000XR order

I'd bet that the increase in torque is a lot more than 20% at lower RPMs as well