Living with the 2022 BMW S1000RR - In Depth Review

Living with the 2022 BMW S1000RR - In Depth Review

Having enjoyed the awesome S1000RR for a month over the Christmas period, here is my in depth review of the bike, not just how good it is but the stuff I found a bit naff too. If you're interested in this bike, this one is for you!

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[dinevskimarko]

I'm obviously a bike fanatic and I've seen countless reviews, but your approach is very unique, friendly and in my opinion straight to the point when it comes to things that actually matter for 95% of the people out there! Keep it up, this is exactly what I was looking for!! 💨💨

[Jarheadftw]

Just wanted to say thanks and appreciate the time you've put into the content, this video has been very informative. I'm the type who will ride no matter what the weather is so long as a I avoid public transport. Even if its a 30-40k bike. Will get my money's worth as a daily commuter and weekend warrior. This video has me sold on the S1000RR as hopefully the last and final superport before I get too old and I feel like my back is going to break just commuting on it.

[marcoluoma]

Thanks for another great real-world review. When I was a younger man I spent many years with a sport bike as my only ride and used it for everything: commuting, multi-day tours, chasing my buddies around the twisties, and everything else. I no longer fold up so easily but still like one for an hour-long blast in the mountains. Thanks again.

[raulciska]

A great bike without doubt. I love that my 2016 model came without the huge belly exhaust . . . and I love the unique asymmetric headlight set-up!

[jbuckley]

The Flyer and BMW S100RR. Quality Saturday morning entertainment. Enjoy your reviews, thank you.

[kevskibiz]

I would definitely have one of these in my garage… looks spot on and by the sounds of it a fantastic all round bike… thanks for the great review sir 🤙

[windyrun]

Nice review - thanks for posting. As an owner of a black one I'd like to add that the hill hold (a wonderful feature!) can be easily disengaged by simply pulling once on the brake lever and then you can pull away like normal. Also, the standard (non m seat) is much more comfortable than the M seat (I have both). One last point is that I've never had a false neutral on mine (just over 1, 000 miles done) so may be just needing more miles riding in.

[oprc]

Watching you ride while I watch my winter stored 🏍🏍. Nice review

[kramnam]

Another great review. My favourite riding mode for a bike this capable is “sofa and tea mode “ while you do it for us 😊👌

[jttcosmos]

Got mine right at the start of the pandemic... Standard + all the various packages, making it the same as the M-sport except for the carbon wheels and the saddle. The normal saddle is softer, but it still reminds you that it is a sports bike after an hour or so. Pet peeves are very similar to yours: buzzy-ness at higher speeds, vibrating mirrors, finding neutral can be a bit annoying when the bike is cold, and said saddle. Otherwise use it as my only bike; so everything from puttering around in the city to multi-day tours. No issues with any of that. Overall comfort is amazing for the class, but on long stretches (3-4 hours without a break), you do start to wish for more padding.

Regarding luggage: BMW offers some soft cases that can go on the back. You need to select the rear seat instead of the plastic cover, and the bag then slots over it and is strapped down. Think top case instead of paniers. Use it when I go to sports, and it has enough room for an additional helmet and some extra stuff. Personally prefer a rucksack for touring though, as the large bag just make it feel less balanced. For day-to-day use I have the small BMW 1-litre tank bag that you can click onto two small pegs on the tank, which is perfect for wallet, phone, earplugs, etc.

[brianglendenning]

Great review Andy, and especially appreciate your observations about the headlights.

[richardbryce]

Good review Andy, your good self and Chops and Teapot seem to get the same bikes to test but the different styles between you make all of you a good watch, im craving a Tuono v4 to keep my KTM 1290 sas company if i ever come back from Thailand, all the best :)

[pistolpete]

What a great versatile sport bike! The lighting at night is awesome and came out great in your video!

[marwood]

Great review, Andy. Beautiful bike even if it's not quite my thing. I'm glad I held on to the end: "You can ride it like a puppy!" Too funny. Hopefully the RSPCA aren't watching!

[marklloyd]

It's a lovely looking bike like the view from the front with both lights one instead of the one dip and the other high beam... great review. 👍👍

[marktaylor]

Great balanced review, thoroughly enjoyed it, many thanks.

[FunkBass]

Great review again. It'd be interesting to hear your thoughts on its sound compared to other supersport bikes as well

[mikeb]

Re the hill hold: - if hill hold is on, just briefly pull the brake lever and it should toggle off. That way you can relax in a hill, and just before you pull away, turn off the hill hold and not stall it! Keep up the good work!

[sailormoon]

This is an excellent review I particularly like the idea of showing us what the lights are like at dark time 👍

[alexk_]

Great video. I am interested is this bike and loved your review !