Is the 2023 BMW M1000R the best super naked? | MCN Review

#bmw #m1000r #2023

We'd love to hear your views so get them down in the comment section!

Check us out on social media:
Facebook: @MotorcycleNews
Twitter: @MCNnews OR @MCNSport
Instagram: @motorcyclenews

Visit the MCN website for all the latest news, reviews, advice and bikes for sale:

[fahrvergnuegen]

I have the "old" 2017 S1000R with 165hp, and its the best road bike I ever had in 25+ year of riding. This M is definitely my next upgrade.

[pcoakle]

Once again Neeves delivers a nicely articulated & thorough review. Always spot-on!

[GaryJohnWalker]

Had an old squinty s1000r from 2014, swapped for the new one in 2021. And yes, it's wonderful, as was the predecessor. This M doesn't have anything I'd really use - bar end mirrors, even wider bars and the sharper front brakes would be nice. But don't need the M1000R. As I'm unlikely to track, I don't need 200+ bhp. But I do really, really want it.

[sergeantsodom]

Thing is, the S1000r at 160 odd horsepower was clocking that at the rear wheel on many dyno's that i've seen, whereas things like the Gen 3 Superduke (which I own) and the Speed triple 1200rs (which I've owned) are clocking around 160bhp (stock) at the rear wheel anyway, so theyre all comparable in their own right and fairly even figures. It should be about which bike YOU prefer as a rider, not about willy waving stats. But that's just my opinion

[bachshl]

I totally get what Nivesy is trying to tell us, "the S" is better value as a road bike. But similar to the Tuono, whoever buys the non factory bike always regrets when he sees the factory bike passes by. I will buy the M bike, and I will not use the 200HP ever, but I just cant stand that feeling/ regrets I will have every time I see the M bike.

[Scootir]

Your comments about the 200 plus horsepower bikes being boring street bikes are so true. I made the mistake of getting a Streetfighter V4S and I tried so hard to love it but outside of the track it was either boring or tempting you to go to jail. Amazing bike, just too fast for the street. 150ish hp seems to be the sweet spot.

[branthurley]

On MN's view of its' road capability, I've a S1000R Sport. Lovely though the M is, another S1000R will suit me next year. Thanks for this typically clear, illuminating review.

[UFGgamings]

Hi Michael, You're probably already aware of the echoey sound in your room, but if not, you could drastically improve the audio for your videos by applying some acoustic panels in your room. They're cheap and very effective :)

[CycleCruza]

I had an Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory, great bike but honestly for street riding and doing mostly street speeds I love my little punchy MT-07 more. The liter bikes are great but they are complete overkill on the streets and they heat up.

[andyboyd]

The Tuono is pretty decent at normal speeds, I say.

[panchochilli]

Great practical reviews, keep them coming!

[bbb]

Aprilia tuono v4, still top dog, in my humble opinion, that v4 soundtrack can't be beaten.

[traviskuhn]

just purchased a 2023 s1000r m. I absolutely love it! Best bike I've ever been on. I purchase the white.

[weejock]

the aprilia tuono was consistently the best super naked for many many yrs and the hp was mid 170's, , , , I have to say more power doesn't make a better bike

[bbouchan]

But this is exactly why I love my 1290 Superduke. The power comes in low down so you just ride the torque which makes it a lovely road bike.

[seanc]

I am so pumped to see where this bike lands on the 2023 naked shootout

[newbieriderreviews]

With my current 2021 S1000R I was always little let down they didn't offer the RR engine but I didn't let it stop me getting it. The BEST upgrade I have done to it has to be the 16T front sprocket, the thing is crazy now and feels so good in all rev ranges so its good to see they've gone 2T up on the rear of the M so that'll be a great ride. I've debated the M but I really don't use mine to its full potential so i'll hold off for now and enjoy some track days with mine as it is. it really does stick with the competition bikes that my friends have and out do them in some places too!

[DG.]

When Neeves talks I listen like he’s a prophet !

[lordgibbness]

Just an FYI - in Sep/Oct 2021 they changed the S1000R brakes to Brembos, which are very good calipers.

[constantineeliadis]

Why all the chatter about racetracks? a naked is a streetbike. If you need a track to laud its capabilities, its wrong from the start... and who wants stiffer springs on a street bike? Is the Aprilia V4 still not the most delightful combo of engine and chassis? ... power be damned..
if they can only stop them from overheating ...