Been on the F900 for over two years now. It's never going tot win the spec sheet top trumps, but it's honestly been the best bike ever ever owned. Easy to do all day rides, but still the perfect amount of playfulness. If you're a taller person like me, it's by far and away the most comfortable bike in its class too.
Haven’t taken much notice of that bike before. That said I have a new found appreciation for its performance and looks. And sound! Although I must say hearing Chris saying “it’s a nice little bike” is 900cc 105hp considered “little” bikes? I’m sure they are for someone of his abilities. Who would want to see him in that race series? I definitely would👌
I'm old enough to remember the 350LC race series from back in the day. Headbangers on identical machines with minimal tuning, man that was a scream to watch. If this gets anywhere close we are in for a fun watch. I would also nominate Chris for a seat in the 900R cup but if it would mean less videos of drag racing/bike tests/rebuilds etc then happy to see him sit it out.
I've got the road version, had it new since March and already done 2k miles. It's a brilliant thing, nimble, comfortable, forgiving. Plenty of tech and enough power to make it feel fast across tight and twisty British A roads but long enough gearing that it's still comfortable on the motorway. Great all rounder. Good to see that it makes a decent track bike with a few simple modifications.
Racing at sane speeds on a bike is more satisfying than riding high powered SS's and being terrified on the track half the time. When I was younger and not fat even my old 2001 R6 gave me some "moments". The most terrifying part for me was hitting my braking markers properly from high speeds which was key to good lap times. This bike looks like it hits the sweet spot in terms of fun and excitement. A "formula" or "spec" class is always fun because it's both affordable and competitive.
This is definitely a good series to watch and look out for and will be exciting to watch, definitely a winner on the BSB race day and just needs TV airtime 👍
Really looking forward to the race series. Remember the Boxer and Power Cup series - both were brilliant. The bike sounds and looks sublime - handling and rider experience looks amazing.
hello, the bike looks fast and sorted with the adjustable front forks, slicks and rear sets. I just didn't see a mention about the exhaust and what is used. There is always the Akrapovic and others for road use, but all seem a bit quiet. can someone send me info on the exhaust used for the cup racing?
Great stuff,, real fun coming our way and be bringing new people to the limelight,, with all the doom around a Ray of sunshine and cheaper racing,☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️ from northern Ireland great video thanks
The 890 Duke R would beat the F900R everywhere unfortunately, but I still like the look and sound of the bmw, has a very subtle styling too it that police wouldn’t think you are gonna do anything stupid lol
I've had my F900r for just over two years now. The SC Project exhaust really brings it to life and it's just a hell of a lot nicer as an all around bike than the KTM. Granted I'm quite tall, and that's one of the main reasons I ended up on the beemer. It's just extremely easy to live with and do massive miles on.
Exactly what these guys said - F900R doesn't have that same edgy, crazy feel of the KTM so on Sunday afternoon on a sunny mountain road the 890 is my favourite. But in the cold light of Monday morning the BMW has a bit more of a practical feel to it, easier to ride at 70% and doesn't constantly goad you in to doing silly things. The mods they've made to the race bike have really woken the F900R up and moved it closer to the 890 for sure though but in a head to head race I'd still have money on the stock 890R.
I would expect so although currently they only prototypes for development - few changes still due to improve shifter position. Fortis Racing are going to be the supplier so give them a shout.
When does the race series start? I would be interested to ride one (retail version), few concerns about the parallel twin, is it a Rotax job, what's it like preferably from an average Joe who owns and rides one like the rest of us mortals on the road. It does look like a good way to get into the BM world, build quality, design, etc is v good, never owned a BM however have ridden, test rides, shorts hires etc, S1000RR, love the cruise control and it’s so easy to ride, K1200 from Melbourne to Phillip Island for the Superbikes, and GS1200 south island of NZ, with panniers, 2 garbage bags, one for my laptop, the other a few clothes, 1 garbage bag per pannier, i was a happy lad, bit more fairing protection would have been nice, but not as much as the K12, maybe a single R or Tuono for me, maybe a f900 with mid-size fairing, I’m a litre sports die-hard kind of ...
Anyone know how the race stand spools were added? I've got a bone stock 2020 and would love to be able to use my paddock stand with spools, but don't see how to add them to the stock swingarm....
I seem to remember in some of the earlier one-make series (Harley or Street Triple maybe?) that the organisers offered guest rides for some journalists - any chance of you making an appearance?
I would like to see 360° crankshaft version of this engine BMW engine. This one doesn't sound that exiting to me. Old F800 sound was like a ton of bees were flying inside of the exhaust.
The bike is slow, no matter how hard you are trying to say the opposite. Loud yes but not in par performance wise with Duke, Yamaha MT-09 SP or a Ducati.
have they used the old Husky Nuda motor? that was the f800 motor bored to 900 with a fancy crank. sounds like my old tuned Nuda which sounded epic and Thors hammer like.
Been on the F900 for over two years now.
It's never going tot win the spec sheet top trumps, but it's honestly been the best bike ever ever owned.
Easy to do all day rides, but still the perfect amount of playfulness.
If you're a taller person like me, it's by far and away the most comfortable bike in its class too.
It looks ace, a huge step up from the old F800R Chris Pfeiffer edition. I'd love to see a road legal styling option that looks like this.
Haven’t taken much notice of that bike before. That said I have a new found appreciation for its performance and looks. And sound! Although I must say hearing Chris saying “it’s a nice little bike” is 900cc 105hp considered “little” bikes? I’m sure they are for someone of his abilities. Who would want to see him in that race series? I definitely would👌
I'm old enough to remember the 350LC race series from back in the day. Headbangers on identical machines with minimal tuning, man that was a scream to watch. If this gets anywhere close we are in for a fun watch. I would also nominate Chris for a seat in the 900R cup but if it would mean less videos of drag racing/bike tests/rebuilds etc then happy to see him sit it out.
Look how Chris rolls up with a smile and *I'M INSTANTLY SMILING* because I know it's going to be another great video!
Is that Chris Northover?
Awesome product for a racers series. Talent before gear. 💪👌
Damn that F900 cup bike sounds nasty!!!! 🤩 I would never wanna get off that bike lmao
Britains best kept secret is how much of a monster rider chris is...
I've got the road version, had it new since March and already done 2k miles. It's a brilliant thing, nimble, comfortable, forgiving. Plenty of tech and enough power to make it feel fast across tight and twisty British A roads but long enough gearing that it's still comfortable on the motorway. Great all rounder. Good to see that it makes a decent track bike with a few simple modifications.
Racing at sane speeds on a bike is more satisfying than riding high powered SS's and being terrified on the track half the time. When I was younger and not fat even my old 2001 R6 gave me some "moments". The most terrifying part for me was hitting my braking markers properly from high speeds which was key to good lap times. This bike looks like it hits the sweet spot in terms of fun and excitement. A "formula" or "spec" class is always fun because it's both affordable and competitive.
It would be a good intermediate sport bike with fairings as well. Hopefully they make a fully faired version.
This is definitely a good series to watch and look out for and will be exciting to watch, definitely a winner on the BSB race day and just needs TV airtime 👍
Really looking forward to the race series. Remember the Boxer and Power Cup series - both were brilliant. The bike sounds and looks sublime - handling and rider experience looks amazing.
That track is crazy.
My first bike and having it for 2 summers now. Really like the styiling and the sound
hello, the bike looks fast and sorted with the adjustable front forks, slicks and rear sets. I just didn't see a mention about the exhaust and what is used. There is always the Akrapovic and others for road use, but all seem a bit quiet. can someone send me info on the exhaust used for the cup racing?
Love the sound....
Who needs 200+ bhp to have fun, i certainly wouldn't 👍
The prepped bike looks and sounds good...
Hope they release a road replica!
Really good review! I still sing your praises In the minitwins, you taught me all I know :)
I dislike noisy bikes for the sake of being noisy, but I love the sound that bike is making.
Best hippie reviewer on the planet 👍👍🇨🇦
Looks straight out of Joe Bar Team. Looks like it's starting a stoppie while standing still, pretty much. I like it.
I am now going to open all conversations by shouting "Anglesey ".
I'm saving for an upgrade from the little Duke 390. This is on the top of the list. Looks like a good all-rounder kind of bike.
Great stuff,, real fun coming our way and be bringing new people to the limelight,, with all the doom around a Ray of sunshine and cheaper racing,☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️ from northern Ireland great video thanks
I have the road bike and due to the non adjustable front forks I assumed it would be terrible on track really interesting review. Thanks
The sound of the machine is very cool.
I would like to see this compete against the KTM 890r (circuit prep. bike) that would be a sick cup to race in!!
Would be curious for comparison with ktm duke 890r. When f900r was launched it got a lukewarm response. Ktm stole the show with 790.
The 890 Duke R would beat the F900R everywhere unfortunately, but I still like the look and sound of the bmw, has a very subtle styling too it that police wouldn’t think you are gonna do anything stupid lol
@@NudaMan agreed.. I bought a 790 and that is lighter but, with similar power to bmw.. 890 must be amazing 👍
I've had my F900r for just over two years now.
The SC Project exhaust really brings it to life and it's just a hell of a lot nicer as an all around bike than the KTM.
Granted I'm quite tall, and that's one of the main reasons I ended up on the beemer. It's just extremely easy to live with and do massive miles on.
Exactly what these guys said - F900R doesn't have that same edgy, crazy feel of the KTM so on Sunday afternoon on a sunny mountain road the 890 is my favourite. But in the cold light of Monday morning the BMW has a bit more of a practical feel to it, easier to ride at 70% and doesn't constantly goad you in to doing silly things. The mods they've made to the race bike have really woken the F900R up and moved it closer to the 890 for sure though but in a head to head race I'd still have money on the stock 890R.
Did they ever get rid of the piston slap that the 800 had? I had a F800ST. Hated that thing.
Are we going to be able to buy the rearsets and if yess where? Grts
I would expect so although currently they only prototypes for development - few changes still due to improve shifter position. Fortis Racing are going to be the supplier so give them a shout.
Dude what exhaust brand do you have on it?
When does the race series start? I would be interested to ride one (retail version), few concerns about the parallel twin, is it a Rotax job, what's it like preferably from an average Joe who owns and rides one like the rest of us mortals on the road. It does look like a good way to get into the BM world, build quality, design, etc is v good, never owned a BM however have ridden, test rides, shorts hires etc, S1000RR, love the cruise control and it’s so easy to ride, K1200 from Melbourne to Phillip Island for the Superbikes, and GS1200 south island of NZ, with panniers, 2 garbage bags, one for my laptop, the other a few clothes, 1 garbage bag per pannier, i was a happy lad, bit more fairing protection would have been nice, but not as much as the K12, maybe a single R or Tuono for me, maybe a f900 with mid-size fairing, I’m a litre sports die-hard kind of ...
Reminds me of Royal Enfields BTR series. Love it.
Man, 270 crank twins sound oh so much than their regular 180 counterparts.
@@luko560 Honda's 500cc line is 180 as well, though their 1100 found in the Africa twin and Rebel is a 270.
360⁰ is considered as regular crank for twins. I quite like them, btw.
180⁰ crank is also great. Kawasaki 650 twin with nice exhaust sounds great also
It’s going to be a great series 😃
Anglesey Circuit, the northern hemisphere version of Phillip Island?
Anyone know how the race stand spools were added? I've got a bone stock 2020 and would love to be able to use my paddock stand with spools, but don't see how to add them to the stock swingarm....
what's the exhaust ?
I want this big Bug-Spoiler
Very nice. What a bike
Next year BMW will be runnin
Hello, did someone knows where its possible to buy racing rear set ?
I hope it's going to be good for British moto racing.
It seems there's already a lot of interest, I hope young riders can benefit.
Is the engine also made in the chinese loncin factory like the other f900’s?
I love the bike
Don't know why but the poise and sound of this bike remind me of the KTM 890.... Looks like blinkin' good fun tho!!
They should sound smiliar, the BMW is a 270 crank (Same timing spacing as a 90° V) , the KTM has a 285 one (emulating the Superduke's LC8 75° V).
I seem to remember in some of the earlier one-make series (Harley or Street Triple maybe?) that the organisers offered guest rides for some journalists - any chance of you making an appearance?
PS that Anglesey circuit certainly looks fun! Bit of a Phillip Island vibe there at 1:45 !
Definitely be out on one for at least one round, maybe more if I can raise the funds for a ride, be ace to get back out properly.
@@chrisnorthover7582 Now that'll make for an unmissable video!
I had to read that title a few times
I don't think we got the F-R's here in the states
BMW sells the F900R in the U.S.
If only you could buy these for the street
Were those Michelin tires you were on?
Pirelli Supercorsas
@@chrisnorthover7582 thanks Chris
Yo Chris! How would this bike compare to the track modded Z900 you rode last year, on this same track?
Not quite as quick as the Kawy, but a little bit easier to push hard on, probably due to the power delivery.
What about tracks that have a maximum DB level for the exhausts. Sounds like it wouldn't qualify..?
They do have a DB killer which I suspect will be fitted for some tracks.
This is an awesome race series!
A track bike shouldn’t be loud, and many circuits won’t accept it. I’d say Loud is out
Mantap ❗✌🏻
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I would like to see 360° crankshaft version of this engine BMW engine. This one doesn't sound that exiting to me.
Old F800 sound was like a ton of bees were flying inside of the exhaust.
The bike is slow, no matter how hard you are trying to say the opposite. Loud yes but not in par performance wise with Duke, Yamaha MT-09 SP or a Ducati.
Wish ALL racing was like this....should be about skill and talent not the bank balance...but yeah, I live in f@ckin cuckoo land lol
have they used the old Husky Nuda motor? that was the f800 motor bored to 900 with a fancy crank. sounds like my old tuned Nuda which sounded epic and Thors hammer like.
Nuda used a 315 degree crank, this is a 270. Personally I prefer the sound of the Nuda.
Sadly no, that engine was epic!
Modern day CB500?
Costs quite a lot for a middle class bike if you comparing it to CB500
@@vvevvevvvv 25 year old cb500 with 50k on the clock will set you back £2500.
What will they be worth in 20 years?
@@ChumiStu well, in 1994 CB 500 was 3730£ new. When count on inflation this will be 6350£ today.
F900R costs a lot more now.
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Sounds like shit! Why?
Sounds awful
Bet you like electric bikes🤫
@@neilrichardson3986 nope. It just sounds like old classic racing singles pretty awful sound.