2023 BMW S1000XR REVIEW RIDE | THE DAILY RACE BIKE

Taking out this brand new BMW S 1000 XR out for a review ride today. How does it ride? Does it wheelie? How does it sound and so much more questions will be answered in today's review as I give my honest opinion about this race bike for the road.

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TECHNICAL DATA
engine
Type Oil/water cooled four-stroke in-line engine with four cylinders, four valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 80mm x 49.7mm
Cylinder capacity 999 cm³
Rated power 121 kW 165hp at 11,000 rpm
max. torque 114 Nm at 9,250 rpm
Compression ratio 12.5 :1
Fuel preparation Electronic suction injection/digital engine management: BMS-O with E-Gas
Exhaust gas cleaning regulated three-way catalytic converter

Driving performance/consumption
Top speed over 200 km/h
Consumption per 100 km according to WMTC 6.2 l/100km
CO2 emissions according to WMTC 144 g/km
Fuel type Super plus unleaded (max. 5 % ethanol, E5) / RON 98 / 93 AKI

Electrical installation
Alternator Permanent magnet generator 493 W (rated power)
Battery 12 V / 9 Ah, maintenance-free

Power transmission
Clutch Multi-disc oil bath (slip clutch) with self-reinforcing
Six-speed transmission with claw shift, built into motor housing
Secondary drive Chain 525

Chassis/brakes
Frame Bridge frame made of aluminum composite, supporting the motor
Front wheel guide/suspension elements Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, tension and compression position electronically controlled (Dynamic ESA)
Rear wheel guide/suspension elements Dynamic "Electronic Suspension Adjustment", spring preload electronically adjustable, tension and compression damping electronically controlled
Travel front/rear 150mm / 150mm
Wheelbase 1,522mm
Steering axle angle 65.1°

Wheels Cast aluminum wheels
Rim size for 3.50" x 17"
Rear rim size 6.00" x 17”
Tire for 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tire 190/55 ZR 17
Front brake Double disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper
Rear brake Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, 2-piston floating caliper
ABS BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (partially integrated)

Size/weight
Seat height at empty weight 840 mm (790 mm)
Inside leg curve at empty weight 1,880 mm (with SA lowering: 1,809 mm)
Useful tank capacity approx. 20 l
Of which reserve approx. 4 l
Length 2,333mm
Height (without mirror) 1,411 mm
Width (base model / with hand guard / with cases) 850 mm / 917 mm / 967 mm
Dry weight 205 kg
Curb weight in standard version ready to drive, fully fueled 226 kg

0:00 Intro
0:14 Garage
1:14 First ride feeling
2:00 Will it wheelie?
3:38 Seating height
4:35 Riding comfort
5:00 Quirks & Features
6:22 Slow city ride
7:00 Smooth riding
7:36 Funny horn
7:54 Menu & Display
8:43 SOS button
9:37 Highway rain test
10:20 XR vs GS
11:05 End thoughts

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[richard]

I test rode an s1000xr just yesterday. I thought it to be one of the most amazing sport touring bikes I’ve ever ridden.

[jimkoskey]

Just bought one 3 weeks ago. Had nothing but Harleys for the last 25 years. I'm enjoying the heck out of this BMW.

[AlexDahlZ]

Will be interesting to see your comparison between this bike and the upcoming 2024 M1000XR. I am a new BMW rider, so far very happy with my bike (M1000R) Great vid Smokey!

[OverlandTravelAdventures]

I rented this bike in Spain and rode for 2k mi. Great bike, tons of fun!

[gentleman]

Great Bike.
Sold my 1200 GSA.

I will go for this one, this time.

[AntaresSQ]

In Dynamic Pro you don't need TC off to wheelie, also Suspension is always fully self adjusting, both in Dynamic and Road mode, Dynamic is simply the sportier setting, also 226kg is the wet weight not dry.

[aao]

I'm about to change my 1200GS for this one. Yes the GS is awesome but I need that sound.

[pranavhb]

to all the old people buying s1000rr's please buy the xr your back will be thankful

[lukefish]

Smokey living the good life!
That bike looks so damn fun!
Looking forward to your thoughts.
🏍️💨

[souhaibkhemeri]

Im waiting for the m1000xr review please ❤

[martinmilne]

Great video, quick and straight to the point. all the info you actually need to know.

[brianlindsay]

Great video. Had more fun watching this review then any other and very informative as well. 👍🏻

[tboniface]

Bro been watching this video over and over again...❤
Some how cought the s1000xr fever and trying to buy mine. Am just $1500 away from buying one(M-edition).
The video just covers enough to know and interesting to keep me motivated.
5 months been watching and still interesting.
Will let you know bro when my dreams come through.
🙏👍

[ad]

Im one of the victim after test ride. Mine was 2022. Over a year riding everyday keeps me smiling everytime

[DarrenStarr]

Thanks for the brilliant review as always Smokey, I'm torn between an M1000R, S1000RR or S1000XR. Mainly road ride, but want to do track next year, would be nice to be able to tour with the Mrs Pillion sometimes. Most fun would probably be the S1000RR, Most pracitcal daily M1000R and for our longer journeys, the XR. Will have to see. Thanks again for your brilliant content.

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:

00:02 🏍️ This video features a review of the 2023 BMW S1000 XR, a high-performance motorcycle.
01:12 🔊 The BMW S1000 XR has a high-revving inline-four-cylinder engine that gives it a race bike feel, even though it's more upright.
03:04 🚲 The motorcycle has a Pro riding mode and Dynamic Pro, but the clutch wheelie control is limited to prevent over-rotation.
03:50 📏 The BMW S1000 XR has a seating height of 840mm (reducible to 790mm), making it suitable for various rider heights.
04:24 🏁 The bike features 17-inch wheels, Brembo brakes, 165 horsepower, and 114 Newton-meters of torque, offering a sporty and capable ride.
05:41 🏍️ The BMW S1000 XR is designed for touring and boasts a top speed of over 200 km/h with a 20-liter gas tank.
06:21 🔑 The motorcycle has a storage compartment that can fit a key, some change, and even a credit card.
08:08 🛠️ The bike's display offers various information, including battery status, tire pressure, temperature, and lap timers, making it suitable for track use.
10:01 🌬️ The wind deflection of the BMW S1000 XR's screen is effective, providing a comfortable and stable highway ride.
10:48 🏞️ The reviewer prefers the high-revving inline-four engine of the BMW S1000 XR over the BMW GS boxer engine for comfort and performance.

[boezieduc]

Went to the BMW-dealer to order one last week, but the deal fell through. Seems production of the full power version was stopped by BMW... Dealer told me a facelift is programmed for the beginning of next year, together with the allready announced new 1300 GS. So I guess I'll wait a little bit longer...

[eladarye]

Can't stop laughing.... The horn sounds like an old Fiat.... 😂 😂 😂 😂 you so right... As a proud owner of an XR

[billitsa]

I trade my GS for the XR i needed a new challenge with GS i was boring with the same engine, hope i get a new excitement with XR

[Westsidebe]

7:51 the only motorcycle I know that comes factory stock with a decent (car) horn, is the K 1600 GT (and GTL of course). With a horn that makes less noise and has less effect then grandma sneezing, it's nearly obligatory to turn to the likes of Denali and others

[craigmason]

First time on your channel. Loving the content and your enthusiasm. Cheers from Melbourne 👍