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We own one!

RiDE readers’ highs and THE FACTS
lows of owning an S1000RR
BMW S1000RR (2013 model)

Engine 999cc DOHC inline four, 4v per
‘As easy as a 600 but cyl, l/c
with added attitude” Transmission Six-speed, chain

JONATHAN Power 193bhp @ 13,000rpm (claimed) WHICH SPEC/OPTIONS?
The first (2010) RR is basic, with three modes
SHIPLEY, 50 Torque 83lb·ft @ 9750rpm (claimed) and ABS. The lean-sensitive electronics (Race
2013 BMW S1000RR Fuel capacity 17.5 litres ABS, Dynamic Traction Control) came in with
MILEAGE 30,000 Seat height 820mm the later Sport version which also gained a
quickshifter. Cruise control was always an
Wheelbase 1422.7mm optional extra as were heated grips, the latter
“I’d previously had a Honda CBR only becoming available with the 2012 model.
600RR and Yamaha R6. I wanted to Kerb weight 204kg None of these are retro-fittable. Electronic
step up from 600s and considered a Rider aids Riding modes, traction semi-active suspension became an
big-bang R1 but it wasn’t as good control, ABS (more on later/different option from 2015. Further extras were
available as bolt-ons, via either
spec. The only faults have been models) BMW’s HP range or aftermarket
overheating in traffic — BMW say it’s
common — and limp mode twice in
the wet. I don’t think I’d change
anything as it’s pretty high spec. I’d
definitely buy again and recommend
it. I find it as easy as my previous
600s but with added attitude.”

‘It’s everything I
hoped it would be!’

TONY KNIGHT, 49
2010 BMW S1000RR
MILEAGE 12,400

“I got it in September
2019 after a GSX-R750 SRAD. I’ve
added about 7000 miles since and
with my height (I’m 6ft) it fits me
perfectly and is so easy to ride. That
said, the screen is a bit low. Nothing’s The best alternatives
gone wrong and the only thing I’d
change is the hideous cat — I’ll be
changing to a full Akra system. I’d
absolutely recommend it: It’s a
cracking bike, more than enough for
any sportsbike rider and everything I
hoped it would be!”

2011-2015 Kawasaki ZX-10R 2009-2014 Yamaha YZF-R1
197bhp 83lb·ft 198kg 179bhp 85lb·ft 206kg
The first Japanese superbike to respond, the The first Crossplane crank, ‘big-bang’ R1 sounds
fourth-generation Ninja boasted a screaming top and goes like nothing else, making up for an
end, plenty of electronics, a compact, average top end with searing midrange drive.
track-focussed attitude and WSB success. But it lacked electronics and now looks dated.

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