9:05 That is exactly the core message of the video. I had the XR for a day and the engine characteristics tempt you to push further and further. In Germany on the Autobahn, it ran at 260kmh/160mph, and that was frighteningly good. I was glad when I could get back on my GS...
Traded my 22 CBR1000RR for the XR, absolutely love it. Started a longer commute and needed something more comfortable. Plenty of power and it feels more fun to ride than being hunched over. Great looks and rides well. Cruise control is a life saver
I’m on my second XR, 2016, and now my 21. You nailed it on the scoring. One thing tho having owned a 1290 super duke, when going from a V twins torque to a in line four on the XR? Simply ride it like a 500CC motorcrosser, you’ll never miss the 1290 again
My xr is now stage 2 tuned, and now it’s rides how it must have been from factory … more low end power doesn’t get hot any more and it Mutch faster , 175hp and 130nm . If you can ride this bike good then many sport bikes will be impressed . Truly one of the best bikes I have ever ridden and own. But sometimes it does lak feeling , it’s because the bike is so perfect 🤣
As someone who rode both bikes the SDR and the 2022 XR, I will take the XR any day. In fact that is what I did. The XR is simply an amazing machine. There is in the UK a Tuning shop called (BHPUK) they did my ECU curve. The 'hole' on the power band simply vanished. The only thing about the XR is that once you own one, there is no other bike that can compete with it - so in a way you are locked into BMW. Score wise, my calculation came to 57 - only as my riding partner finds the boxes to be a little bit too high which make it harder for her to climb up and down.
I test rode a ‘24 XR. Beautiful machine. Rode in dynamic pro the entire time. The most interesting thing I found was while in sixth gear at 40mph it felt like it was third gear. When I hit the gas, it took off. Nice torque cure throughout. I enjoyed it, but I wouldn’t trade my RT for it anytime soon.
5:20 rather than changing the suspension setting then the riding mode. All you have to do is change the riding mode and it will put the suspension into dynamic
@@JCBigCat YES. Unless you manually switch suspenion while in a different mode setting, ie switch to dynamic suspension while in road riding mode. The bike will keep the settings the same, so road riding and suspension when in road mode and dynamic riding and suspension setting when in dynamic mode. Learn more type less
15:25 The little burble after downshifting or closing the throttle quickly might actually not be preprogrammed but actually an integral emissions thing. That is definitely the case for many Euro 3 (up untill 2017) bikes It comes from air that is being injected into the exhaust to burn off excess fuel, so it cant get out into the envoronment in an unburned state.
the burbles are absolutely preprogrammed and only show up in the dynamic and race modes. I have an RR and had an XR and it's an option to turn off in the tuning software. the bike does have the air system, it's just not what is causing the burbles
@@theman3343 ok, but the physical cause of decel pops, bands and burbles is still unburned fuel that is ignited with heat and leftover or pair vailve injected/redirected air. Maybe it has to be forced in Euro4/5 bikes by injecting too much fuel since they are more efficient but my old Euro 3 Fireblade pops and burbles just as much and longer from the factory. Plugging the pair valve did shut it up almost completely. Its bad for emissions/the cat though. The "turn off" option that you are refering to, is the overrun fuel cut.
@@BaldurM I am aware of what causes the noises lol. a 20 year old fireblade is irrelevant to the original point, that the bike is doing it on purpose. makes sound in race/dynamic, then nothing in road.
It really is the best sports-tourer you can buy right now. I use mine as you described - 3 hours on the interstate to get to the mountain roads.It's also a decent daily rider and commuter.
Today I rode both the tracer900GT and the s1000XR. The get has more low end torque but it was not as comfortable as the XR. Also the XR handles much better. The winner for me is the XR
I love my 23 XR..it is very smooth…no vibration and a decent amount of torque for a four pot..but can be a bit flat at the bottom I am 60 so it suits me..
This is why you need the ‘24 XR, it has a normal seat, 170 bhp and several smal upgrades. I’m coming from years on sypernakeds, MT-10’s, SuperDuke 1290 AND 1390 (owned that one for one month) before getting a ‘24 XR. It is as close to the perfect bike you can get.
@@mortaljorma69Exactly..for this money you should be having ohlins front and rear and stylema calipers and brembo master cylinders at least... I also think its quite ugly,no taste to it
v4The XR is a great all around bike. I have ridden one 4 times and like you say, it likes to live above 6000 rpm. Excellent handling and smooth riding with a fantastic quick shifter, but I went with a Ducati Multistrada Pikes Peak instead because it has that V4 torque, sounds better and turns in better.
I was cross-shopping this with the RS, one of the main downsides was the chain compared to shaft drive which is far superior on frequent 1xxx km tours, second was the comfort. As a rider slightly taller than you I felt the seat was inferior to the RS, and my pillion who is 170cm also found the RS seat to be more comfortable, no issues with her sliding under anything that could be considered 'normal' braking and the handles are easy to grab if someone cuts us off. Well that and its size/height has the GS i.e. motorcycle SUV vibes I didn't like.
I have a 1st Gen 2016 S1000XR, and I mostly agree with your positioning of the bike… However, if you take a look at what BrentTuning is doing with this bike (especially on new the M1000XR), you might soon move this bike to #1 or at least tie with the Super Duke. As an experienced older rider with an aging back, the XR is bloody fast and many times I’ve left ‘faster’ inexperienced sport bike riders snorting my dust. And THAT is what makes this bike so cool. It’s fast, sits commandingly high, easy to ride, yet leaves many motorists perplexed as to ‘who, what, huh???’ Just flew by them. 😎 I’m never selling that bike. It’s a BEAST with a ton of potential. With the right exhaust, engine upgrades, tires, and tune, it can rip up many roads and tracks. It’s a sleeper. Honestly, I think you should try the M1000XR and if you can find one tuned and flashed by BrentTuning, I have a feeling you’ll really enjoy the ride. Til then… Ride Safe! And thanks for your review. ✌️😎
I really struggled to like the Xr. Had a few hours on the saddle just couldn't decide if it was for me. The lack of bottom end was an issue i found. Once she's over 8000rpm she comes alive tho! I ended up getting the GS1250, plenty grunt, better wind protection and much more comfortable. Handles surprisingly well too! Found my hands got numb after 30mins on the Xr.
I have an S1000XR M and a GSA1250…. Both are fantastic bikes. It’s a tough call… the GSA is more comfortable on a long ride but it sure is fun to twist the throttle on the 1000XR.
I have similar feelings after riding a Multistrada for 80k miles. I went with a Tracer GT and am super happy, it is comfortable but has a fun personality 🤘
Needs a belt drive. I loved that about my F800GT. It really should be industry standard for sport-touring bikes. A driveshaft robs far too much power, and a chain is a hassle. Belt drive is goldilocks for daily riders.
The GT is more sportbike tourer whereas the GSX-S1000GX+ is Exactly like the XR1000 adventure style sports tourer. The GT is a great bike once you change the rear tire to a 190/55 and rear shock but the seating position still felt like a more cramped upright Naked imo.
Fantastic video as always! I think the S1k XR is my dream "dad bike" if you could even call it that. Would love to see your impressions on the 765 Street Triple RS if you can get your hands on one
it has cruise control though. I have gen 1 xr (which is more viby), and when my right hand gets tingles on long rides I just turn on cruise control for a few minutes. (My left hand is never a problem for some reason). Overall this doesn't really bother me.
@@JCBigCat vibes are always going to be subjective but in my experience if a reviewer is mentioning that they are bad chances are I'm also going to think they are bad
I recently traded my single R for a ZX6R for that exact same reason. Logically it doesn’t make much sense, however the Kawi puts a much bigger smile on my face when riding it. My S1000R was really smooth… perhaps too much for my liking.
First of all, thank you for your great content, especially me also being in SA. I just got my 2024 XR few weeks ago which has a much nicer shaped seat. I own a 2023 Superduke as well which is mind blowing. I guess, when it comes to bikes it is a personal preference. I wanted to buy the RR initially but that sportbike sitting position over a longer period is just not for me and I have found the perfect balance with my XR. Keep up the great content!
Currently own a 2022 T9GT, with the S1000XR being my "dream bike". Do you think it's worth the 40% premium? I really wish Yamaha would just put the CP10 in a Tracer, it makes no sense why they haven't
I own a Tracer 900GT which I absolutely love but have always wondered why Yamaha haven’t done a Tracer 10GT. It would be a direct competitor to the XR and Suzukis GSX S1000GX.
I don’t really agree with all your ratings for ME, but respect them as YOUR ratings. I think the GS or the RT that would be higher in the touring side would rate higher on my list and my knees couldn’t handle a super Duke. Well done
Nice review, I'd be curious to see what you thought of BMW's other sports tourer the R1250RS, I've also been drooling over the Guzzi V100 recently, would be cool to see what you thought of that
You make this bike sound incredible and i want one. I don’t need it but you did a very good job at selling it! Thats why im surprised it didn’t beat the KTM squidface
Hey dude, you are the best. I finally got another motorcycle about 55 years after my first bike. (I am 70yrs old.) It is a wonderful '98 Ninja 500 and had only 7,000 miles on it when I bought it 3yrs ago for $1,300 USD. (I know. What a deal.) So I am learning all this cool stuff about motorcycles and how to be a better rider. Problem is, I am in love with the Triumph Daytonas. I've decided that the new 660 would be better for me than one of the older 675's. 94hp is plenty for me. I just need more protection from the wind. The Ninja 500 has been perfect for me. Should I stick with it? What's the wind like on the Daytona 660? Also, the Triumph sits an inch higher and is 70lb heavier. (I am 5'-7" and 150lb) What do you think?
Many people that own them don't like them. They say they sound boring,the riding experience is not as good as the previous gen. Never ridden one so i can't tell but i like how it looks
Im a new follower since today, I love the 127hours with… videos! Watched all of them at once. I would love to see a video with the new KTM 1290 super duke GT, or the smaller brother, the 890 SMT. Thank you!!
3 minutes ago when this notification came up, I was stuck behind someone brake checking because good forbid someone be half a car length away from your rear on their brakes and in unison with when you're [the brake checker] are on your [the BCr] brakes. Now.. a few minutes later since I received the pop-up notification, now I'm not behind a jackass riding brakes but instead behind the screen and enjoying a noice new video!
you haven't ridden it long enough to realize it's got big issues too. For example, mine fuel tank tube got loose. Now it's difficult to get started. I suspect it's the ignition coil got something wrong, or the spark plugs need replaced . My local dealer didn't have the technique to fix this issue, they said it was because I didn't ride long enough...
After 5 previous Multistradas (a couple Pikes Peak models sprinkled in) I purchased a new 2023 BMW S1000XR premium with forged wheels and the full Dynamic software unlock to see what the bike was about. A friend of mine and youtuber (Cuban Rider) rides his on the track and in the canyons around the USA and loves the XR. I sold my XR after 6 months for a new KTM 1290 Super Duke GT. I found the XR very dull and unengaging when not ridden at it's bleeding edge. Maybe the 1st Gen is a rowdier. I feel coming from v-twins (L -Twins) may have ruined me for inline-4 motos.
When opportunity arises, do your review on the BMW R1250R, been looking at this for a wee while as I too like a sports bike and dont want a adv bike but looking for less top end than my existing 4bangers for longer trips.
After watching the full video, I gotta say, while this ABSOLUTELY FAIR, you really really want to wrench and tune on this bike just a small amount. With bolt ons and a tune I am working with ~210hp, and I dont know how much torque, but it is a massive difference in feel, especially the velocity stacks and tuning. From the factory it has wayyyyy too many parts and enabled settings for emissions. Luckily, or even crucially, they made it easy to unfuck it with a tune. Even if you dont want to add parts or modify your bike, you can go to some BMW dealers that are also BT-Moto dealers, and get them to tune it for you, and it wont void your warranty! Highly highly worth it. For bike feel, and longevity of parts
I had an 18 S1000XR and have a 23 S1000XR. The seat on the 23 is terrible. I wish you could change it out for the 24 seat, they fixed the butt cup of the 21-23.
They're a nice bike but can't but feel an I4 bike are very lack lustre for low down torque which is what is preferred in a touring bike. Of course, when going for a blast, it's a beast! If I were to buy an i4 touring bike, I'd much rather have the ninja 1000sx, it's around £6000 cheaper and a more natural riding position.
Look up Greg Mansell, he races locally with me and takes one of these and a 1300 GS up a short, tight and technical hill and is close to breaking the record. Awesome
A friend told me this was the right bike for people who used to ride Fireblade's in the 90's... so I bought one and finally, at 50 years old (when I bought it in 2021), I found a bike that still gives me the thrills of a superbike with the upright seating position my age requires. Yes, you have to rev it hard but I love that, that's exactly how I like to ride (and probably why I hate the BMW boxer engine). And... there are a handful of solutions to solve the lack of torque in lower revs and then... it becomes an even better bike! I have other bikes and I keep trading them for different brands/models/styles, just to try it. But my plans for the 2021 XR is to trade it for a 2025 S1000XR! Do I need to say more? ;)
The problem with initial reviews is that it doesn’t take into account how the bike holds up with maintenance and wear and tear over the next few years. Reason I am saying that is, how can you determine if a product is priced correctly with similar competing products, if you don’t know how they hold up after extensive use. Personally, I ride an Aprilia made in 2009 and all I can tell you is that fit and finish after 15 years and almost 24,000 miles is impeccable (aside from scratches due to drops, fault of my own obviously). So this needs to be taken into consideration - personal observation is that European motorcycles (and cars) have a much better appearance after years of use compared to their Asian counterparts. So how could you determine a true value of a product, if you don’t look at the entire life cycle of a product, where initial reviews are just that - initial observations for a very limited time.
the s1000xr is the best bmw sport bike you can buy reasons - comfortable seat the same s1000rr engine but detuned comfortable and compliant suspension and at last some mild off-road capability
You really need to explain me the (even mild) off-road capabilities of the S1000R. Take all the time you need. BMW didn't even bother to put any gravel or off-road mode on the bike, that says a lot.
@@fabiena1787the things is where I live near ladakh there are gravel roads in between the normal paved roads so all I am saying is this bike can handle the loose gravel Without sliding everywhere you can also do this on a superbike but it will be mad uncomfortable
I love the idea of the xr, but i am not, and do not want to be the kind of person that rides a bmw, and especially not ab xr. Always when thinking about xrs i think of the mt10 sp, but every single time i think of it, i end up looking at a tuono v4 1100, which i think is probably the best single bike to own if you dont ride dirt and want some adrenaline
@@ChaosCauses have you thought about trying the ducati desert x? Ryan from f9 made a video singing it's praises but he rides a lot of dirt, so I'd love to know what a almost street only rider like you think
Due to severe speed restrictions on the road, a bike needs to have character and be fun to ride at all speeds. With no cross-plane crank or low down torque, all the excitement on the XR comes at high speeds…. It’s too good in a way! BMW need to give it more character rather than perfect A to B efficiency. In my opinion, Honda have the same problem with their in-line fours. The World doesn’t need more power, it needs more torque and character!
Still waiting for the part 3 of rebuilding the Honda CBR1000r🙏
Keep waiting lil bro
Im waiting too
Yeah same. I m sold for any flag bike anyway so the XR never stood a chance.
Eyy
9:05 That is exactly the core message of the video.
I had the XR for a day and the engine characteristics tempt you to push further and further.
In Germany on the Autobahn, it ran at 260kmh/160mph, and that was frighteningly good.
I was glad when I could get back on my GS...
unless you regeared it longer, it will not do 160. I've topped it out at 153, and my power's up at 210hp.
Traded my 22 CBR1000RR for the XR, absolutely love it. Started a longer commute and needed something more comfortable. Plenty of power and it feels more fun to ride than being hunched over. Great looks and rides well. Cruise control is a life saver
I’m on my second XR, 2016, and now my 21. You nailed it on the scoring. One thing tho having owned a 1290 super duke, when going from a V twins torque to a in line four on the XR? Simply ride it like a 500CC motorcrosser, you’ll never miss the 1290 again
My xr is now stage 2 tuned, and now it’s rides how it must have been from factory … more low end power doesn’t get hot any more and it Mutch faster , 175hp and 130nm . If you can ride this bike good then many sport bikes will be impressed . Truly one of the best bikes I have ever ridden and own. But sometimes it does lak feeling , it’s because the bike is so perfect 🤣
It´s a shame that they detuned the engine for this and the S1000R but they probably needed a reason to sell the equivalent M bikes🤣
ah da's toevallig se, ik heb ook een S1000XR nu!
As someone who rode both bikes the SDR and the 2022 XR, I will take the XR any day. In fact that is what I did.
The XR is simply an amazing machine. There is in the UK a Tuning shop called (BHPUK) they did my ECU curve. The 'hole' on the power band simply vanished.
The only thing about the XR is that once you own one, there is no other bike that can compete with it - so in a way you are locked into BMW.
Score wise, my calculation came to 57 - only as my riding partner finds the boxes to be a little bit too high which make it harder for her to climb up and down.
I test rode a ‘24 XR. Beautiful machine. Rode in dynamic pro the entire time. The most interesting thing I found was while in sixth gear at 40mph it felt like it was third gear. When I hit the gas, it took off. Nice torque cure throughout. I enjoyed it, but I wouldn’t trade my RT for it anytime soon.
You should try the same on the multistrada 1200 or v4,then you will see what torque means😉
I’d do it in a heartbeat. Are you offering? :)
5:20 rather than changing the suspension setting then the riding mode. All you have to do is change the riding mode and it will put the suspension into dynamic
NOPE.
@@JCBigCat YES. Unless you manually switch suspenion while in a different mode setting, ie switch to dynamic suspension while in road riding mode. The bike will keep the settings the same, so road riding and suspension when in road mode and dynamic riding and suspension setting when in dynamic mode. Learn more type less
15:25 The little burble after downshifting or closing the throttle quickly might actually not be preprogrammed but actually an integral emissions thing.
That is definitely the case for many Euro 3 (up untill 2017) bikes
It comes from air that is being injected into the exhaust to burn off excess fuel, so it cant get out into the envoronment in an unburned state.
the burbles are absolutely preprogrammed and only show up in the dynamic and race modes. I have an RR and had an XR and it's an option to turn off in the tuning software. the bike does have the air system, it's just not what is causing the burbles
@@theman3343 ok, but the physical cause of decel pops, bands and burbles is still unburned fuel that is ignited with heat and leftover or pair vailve injected/redirected air.
Maybe it has to be forced in Euro4/5 bikes by injecting too much fuel since they are more efficient but my old Euro 3 Fireblade pops and burbles just as much and longer from the factory.
Plugging the pair valve did shut it up almost completely. Its bad for emissions/the cat though.
The "turn off" option that you are refering to, is the overrun fuel cut.
@@BaldurM I am aware of what causes the noises lol. a 20 year old fireblade is irrelevant to the original point, that the bike is doing it on purpose. makes sound in race/dynamic, then nothing in road.
@@theman3343 A 2016 SC 59, so 9 year old Fireblade. Please don't disrespect the lady, shes in her best years.
Euro4 wasnt introduced untill 2017
This is my favourite up and coming channel. It’s just getting better and better all of the time.
Hey Chaos, nice review man, i will need to lend you my MXR for a weekend
I would score it 60/60 and definitely have one in my collection.
Love my 2023 S1000XR in racing red. Had a 2011 S1000RR and loved it as well.
11:24 Other way around. The rears are Brembo callipers branded BMW, the fronts are the same Brembo M4.32 callipers found on the previous gen XR
Great review. Couldn’t agree more, one of my favourite bikes of all time, and the perfect one-bike solution for the faster road rider
3:33 me taking care of chain every 3000km 🤣 btw it's fine if motorcycle is driven only on clean roads with no dust, debris or water
It really is the best sports-tourer you can buy right now. I use mine as you described - 3 hours on the interstate to get to the mountain roads.It's also a decent daily rider and commuter.
you should try the Tracer 900gt...
900gt? The old one? Or do you mean the 9GT/+.
Today I rode both the tracer900GT and the s1000XR. The get has more low end torque but it was not as comfortable as the XR. Also the XR handles much better. The winner for me is the XR
I love my 23 XR..it is very smooth…no vibration and a decent amount of torque for a four pot..but can be a bit flat at the bottom I am 60 so it suits me..
This is why you need the ‘24 XR, it has a normal seat, 170 bhp and several smal upgrades. I’m coming from years on sypernakeds, MT-10’s, SuperDuke 1290 AND 1390 (owned that one for one month) before getting a ‘24 XR. It is as close to the perfect bike you can get.
Not even close to a perfect bike. One of the most ugliest bikes as starters.
@@mortaljorma69Exactly..for this money you should be having ohlins front and rear and stylema calipers and brembo master cylinders at least... I also think its quite ugly,no taste to it
@@TheCvac
So, a Ducati is what you’re saying.
v4The XR is a great all around bike. I have ridden one 4 times and like you say, it likes to live above 6000 rpm. Excellent handling and smooth riding with a fantastic quick shifter, but I went with a Ducati Multistrada Pikes Peak instead because it has that V4 torque, sounds better and turns in better.
I was cross-shopping this with the RS, one of the main downsides was the chain compared to shaft drive which is far superior on frequent 1xxx km tours, second was the comfort. As a rider slightly taller than you I felt the seat was inferior to the RS, and my pillion who is 170cm also found the RS seat to be more comfortable, no issues with her sliding under anything that could be considered 'normal' braking and the handles are easy to grab if someone cuts us off.
Well that and its size/height has the GS i.e. motorcycle SUV vibes I didn't like.
I have a 1st Gen 2016 S1000XR, and I mostly agree with your positioning of the bike… However, if you take a look at what BrentTuning is doing with this bike (especially on new the M1000XR), you might soon move this bike to #1 or at least tie with the Super Duke.
As an experienced older rider with an aging back, the XR is bloody fast and many times I’ve left ‘faster’ inexperienced sport bike riders snorting my dust.
And THAT is what makes this bike so cool.
It’s fast, sits commandingly high, easy to ride, yet leaves many motorists perplexed as to ‘who, what, huh???’ Just flew by them. 😎
I’m never selling that bike. It’s a BEAST with a ton of potential. With the right exhaust, engine upgrades, tires, and tune, it can rip up many roads and tracks.
It’s a sleeper.
Honestly, I think you should try the M1000XR and if you can find one tuned and flashed by BrentTuning, I have a feeling you’ll really enjoy the ride.
Til then…
Ride Safe! And thanks for your review.
✌️😎
I really struggled to like the Xr. Had a few hours on the saddle just couldn't decide if it was for me. The lack of bottom end was an issue i found. Once she's over 8000rpm she comes alive tho!
I ended up getting the GS1250, plenty grunt, better wind protection and much more comfortable. Handles surprisingly well too! Found my hands got numb after 30mins on the Xr.
I agree with you when you said "as a touring bike it loses points having a chain". It should be either shaft or belt drive.
BMW already made one it’s called RS
@@jtwu8931You dont want those, unless youre gay, then its perfect.
@@hexagonosaurus5848 lol
Just some food for thoughts: This is the bike of most of the motorcycling trainers in germany ;-)
For me to smooth, but extremly well made
I have an S1000XR M and a GSA1250…. Both are fantastic bikes. It’s a tough call… the GSA is more comfortable on a long ride but it sure is fun to twist the throttle on the 1000XR.
I have similar feelings after riding a Multistrada for 80k miles. I went with a Tracer GT and am super happy, it is comfortable but has a fun personality 🤘
Needs a belt drive. I loved that about my F800GT. It really should be industry standard for sport-touring bikes.
A driveshaft robs far too much power, and a chain is a hassle. Belt drive is goldilocks for daily riders.
It needs a ecu reflash to get the bottom end back
In that case will it have more torque in the lower RPM's? Thank you.
Dude can't wait to see another rebuild video
i would like you to take a look at the gsxs 1000gt. Similar kind of bike with fewer electronic gismos at a lower price.
The GT is more sportbike tourer whereas the GSX-S1000GX+ is Exactly like the XR1000 adventure style sports tourer. The GT is a great bike once you change the rear tire to a 190/55 and rear shock but the seating position still felt like a more cramped upright Naked imo.
Fantastic video as always! I think the S1k XR is my dream "dad bike" if you could even call it that. Would love to see your impressions on the 765 Street Triple RS if you can get your hands on one
I feel like the engine vibration thing is a deal breaker. Anything that's designed for long comfortable touring needs to also be very smooth.
it has cruise control though. I have gen 1 xr (which is more viby), and when my right hand gets tingles on long rides I just turn on cruise control for a few minutes. (My left hand is never a problem for some reason). Overall this doesn't really bother me.
Vibrations are actually quite negligible.
@@JCBigCat vibes are always going to be subjective but in my experience if a reviewer is mentioning that they are bad chances are I'm also going to think they are bad
I agree Totally with your scoring.
(Because I haven't ridden any of them) 🤪
Great review and right on the money.. I bought one! Love it
I recently traded my single R for a ZX6R for that exact same reason. Logically it doesn’t make much sense, however the Kawi puts a much bigger smile on my face when riding it.
My S1000R was really smooth… perhaps too much for my liking.
Great informative and fun video. I really loved it.
First of all, thank you for your great content, especially me also being in SA. I just got my 2024 XR few weeks ago which has a much nicer shaped seat. I own a 2023 Superduke as well which is mind blowing. I guess, when it comes to bikes it is a personal preference. I wanted to buy the RR initially but that sportbike sitting position over a longer period is just not for me and I have found the perfect balance with my XR.
Keep up the great content!
As a fellow r1 brother u gotta do an r1 rating
Great video, eagerly waiting for the Multistada installment
Switch to the Dynamic rider mode and the damping will automatically change to dynamic.
You don't have to select the suspension setting. Just hit the mode button into dynamic or dynamic pro and the suspension will be in dynamic.
Stage 1 Bren Tune made this bike really perform. I have the same bike
What did you notice with Stage 1? Isn't there a Stage 2 as well. Thank you.
Currently own a 2022 T9GT, with the S1000XR being my "dream bike". Do you think it's worth the 40% premium? I really wish Yamaha would just put the CP10 in a Tracer, it makes no sense why they haven't
I own a Tracer 900GT which I absolutely love but have always wondered why Yamaha haven’t done a Tracer 10GT. It would be a direct competitor to the XR and Suzukis GSX S1000GX.
Xr its an animal after 150km/h if its tuned
XR is a fantastic bike first Gen and second Gen I love mine is a best of both worlds 🤩👌🏼
I don’t really agree with all your ratings for ME, but respect them as YOUR ratings.
I think the GS or the RT that would be higher in the touring side would rate higher on my list and my knees couldn’t handle a super Duke.
Well done
Nice review, I'd be curious to see what you thought of BMW's other sports tourer the R1250RS, I've also been drooling over the Guzzi V100 recently, would be cool to see what you thought of that
You make this bike sound incredible and i want one. I don’t need it but you did a very good job at selling it! Thats why im surprised it didn’t beat the KTM squidface
Hey dude, you are the best. I finally got another motorcycle about 55 years after my first bike. (I am 70yrs old.) It is a wonderful '98 Ninja 500 and had only 7,000 miles on it when I bought it 3yrs ago for $1,300 USD. (I know. What a deal.) So I am learning all this cool stuff about motorcycles and how to be a better rider. Problem is, I am in love with the Triumph Daytonas. I've decided that the new 660 would be better for me than one of the older 675's. 94hp is plenty for me. I just need more protection from the wind. The Ninja 500 has been perfect for me. Should I stick with it? What's the wind like on the Daytona 660? Also, the Triumph sits an inch higher and is 70lb heavier. (I am 5'-7" and 150lb) What do you think?
So Marzocchi are actually owned and made(?) by Fox suspension, as a more budget friendly option. Often found on older, budget pedal bikes.
fox only makes the marzocchi suspension for bicycles. completely unrelated for motorcycle suspension
Many people that own them don't like them. They say they sound boring,the riding experience is not as good as the previous gen. Never ridden one so i can't tell but i like how it looks
Bro becoming a ADV dad day by day
Picked up this beast 3 weeks ago..its so much nicer the ride than my R1250 RS.
I love the XR!
love this series! more more more!
Nice review, but could be confusing since you are reviewing a 3 year old model. For example, the XR does now have shift cam like the RR
Im a new follower since today, I love the 127hours with… videos! Watched all of them at once. I would love to see a video with the new KTM 1290 super duke GT, or the smaller brother, the 890 SMT.
Thank you!!
* or / and the new Kawasaki Versys 1100 and one of the Multistrada Ducatis 👍🏻
I can't wait to see u trying the new m1000xr 😅
This is my dream bikes 👀👀
3 minutes ago when this notification came up, I was stuck behind someone brake checking because good forbid someone be half a car length away from your rear on their brakes and in unison with when you're [the brake checker] are on your [the BCr] brakes.
Now.. a few minutes later since I received the pop-up notification, now I'm not behind a jackass riding brakes but instead behind the screen and enjoying a noice new video!
9:00 - yeah i don't think a bike with double the hp & more torq than my 85bhp 1.2 3cyl car would lack grunt. But i can't compare so..... 😅
Hahah it’s a sign of how powerful bikes are these days!
Love mine 12k miles Brentune 2+, I look forward for to every ride!
We want more blade action......Fix it boetie... Good review. Try a R1250R. I love mine.
you haven't ridden it long enough to realize it's got big issues too. For example, mine fuel tank tube got loose. Now it's difficult to get started. I suspect it's the ignition coil got something wrong, or the spark plugs need replaced . My local dealer didn't have the technique to fix this issue, they said it was because I didn't ride long enough...
You mentioned tracer 900, would you consider filming one if given opportunity?
That saw on the wall.... what do you do on your bikes with it? 😂
where is the honda update?
After 5 previous Multistradas (a couple Pikes Peak models sprinkled in) I purchased a new 2023 BMW S1000XR premium with forged wheels and the full Dynamic software unlock to see what the bike was about. A friend of mine and youtuber (Cuban Rider) rides his on the track and in the canyons around the USA and loves the XR. I sold my XR after 6 months for a new KTM 1290 Super Duke GT. I found the XR very dull and unengaging when not ridden at it's bleeding edge. Maybe the 1st Gen is a rowdier. I feel coming from v-twins (L -Twins) may have ruined me for inline-4 motos.
When opportunity arises, do your review on the BMW R1250R, been looking at this for a wee while as I too like a sports bike and dont want a adv bike but looking for less top end than my existing 4bangers for longer trips.
After watching the full video, I gotta say, while this ABSOLUTELY FAIR, you really really want to wrench and tune on this bike just a small amount. With bolt ons and a tune I am working with ~210hp, and I dont know how much torque, but it is a massive difference in feel, especially the velocity stacks and tuning.
From the factory it has wayyyyy too many parts and enabled settings for emissions. Luckily, or even crucially, they made it easy to unfuck it with a tune. Even if you dont want to add parts or modify your bike, you can go to some BMW dealers that are also BT-Moto dealers, and get them to tune it for you, and it wont void your warranty! Highly highly worth it. For bike feel, and longevity of parts
till this day i still wish BMW still has that assymetrical headlights. Its beautifully done
do you need dynamic pro to do clutch up wheelies?
12:37 why does the bmw have Ducati Traction Control(DTC) 🤭
I had an 18 S1000XR and have a 23 S1000XR. The seat on the 23 is terrible. I wish you could change it out for the 24 seat, they fixed the butt cup of the 21-23.
The friend just needs to swap the tires, I am currently running the Metzler M7 RR on my XR and its the best performance that I have had on it.
Very nice video mate👌👌
Which windscreen you have ??
Your total height it’s 170cm??
Definitely a great bike. Time to compare on the new 2025 KTM 1390 SD GT.
I HAVE THIS BIKE GEN 2 AND i LOVE IT
Now you need to do a review on the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT
Why do you always get 127 hours?
It’s the perfect amount of time to learn a bike and film it
@@ChaosCausesbut I think the question is... how's it broken up evely?
@@MotoDash1100 my guess is 5 full days, plus presumably 7 hours from the day of collection (minus 1 hour for the shop to prep everything)
That's his friends maximum loan time 💀
Can you please review the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ ?
S1k next brother🔥
They're a nice bike but can't but feel an I4 bike are very lack lustre for low down torque which is what is preferred in a touring bike. Of course, when going for a blast, it's a beast!
If I were to buy an i4 touring bike, I'd much rather have the ninja 1000sx, it's around £6000 cheaper and a more natural riding position.
Try out the MT-10 SP ❤
Look up Greg Mansell, he races locally with me and takes one of these and a 1300 GS up a short, tight and technical hill and is close to breaking the record. Awesome
So ride faster..... I wet myself laughing 😅😅😅😅
The XR is awesome.
A friend told me this was the right bike for people who used to ride Fireblade's in the 90's... so I bought one and finally, at 50 years old (when I bought it in 2021), I found a bike that still gives me the thrills of a superbike with the upright seating position my age requires. Yes, you have to rev it hard but I love that, that's exactly how I like to ride (and probably why I hate the BMW boxer engine).
And... there are a handful of solutions to solve the lack of torque in lower revs and then... it becomes an even better bike!
I have other bikes and I keep trading them for different brands/models/styles, just to try it. But my plans for the 2021 XR is to trade it for a 2025 S1000XR! Do I need to say more? ;)
The problem with initial reviews is that it doesn’t take into account how the bike holds up with maintenance and wear and tear over the next few years. Reason I am saying that is, how can you determine if a product is priced correctly with similar competing products, if you don’t know how they hold up after extensive use. Personally, I ride an Aprilia made in 2009 and all I can tell you is that fit and finish after 15 years and almost 24,000 miles is impeccable (aside from scratches due to drops, fault of my own obviously). So this needs to be taken into consideration - personal observation is that European motorcycles (and cars) have a much better appearance after years of use compared to their Asian counterparts. So how could you determine a true value of a product, if you don’t look at the entire life cycle of a product, where initial reviews are just that - initial observations for a very limited time.
the s1000xr is the best bmw sport bike you can buy
reasons -
comfortable seat
the same s1000rr engine but detuned
comfortable and compliant suspension
and at last some mild off-road capability
You really need to explain me the (even mild) off-road capabilities of the S1000R. Take all the time you need. BMW didn't even bother to put any gravel or off-road mode on the bike, that says a lot.
Its not a sport bike.
@@fabiena1787the things is where I live near ladakh there are gravel roads in between the normal paved roads so all I am saying is this bike can handle the loose gravel Without sliding everywhere you can also do this on a superbike but it will be mad uncomfortable
Personally, I found the perfect mix in the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
Isn't the compartment in the tank for sunglasses?
I love the idea of the xr, but i am not, and do not want to be the kind of person that rides a bmw, and especially not ab xr. Always when thinking about xrs i think of the mt10 sp, but every single time i think of it, i end up looking at a tuono v4 1100, which i think is probably the best single bike to own if you dont ride dirt and want some adrenaline
I often agree! I wish Yamaha would come out with a proper sports tourer with a CP4.
@@ChaosCauses have you thought about trying the ducati desert x? Ryan from f9 made a video singing it's praises but he rides a lot of dirt, so I'd love to know what a almost street only rider like you think
Well "Down-low immediate grunt" is what I want in tourer. Already owned a Tuono. Great motor OVER 8000 rpm--NOT great for touring.
Not much theater ? - open the throttle and discover the fine drama.
Due to severe speed restrictions on the road, a bike needs to have character and be fun to ride at all speeds. With no cross-plane crank or low down torque, all the excitement on the XR comes at high speeds…. It’s too good in a way! BMW need to give it more character rather than perfect A to B efficiency. In my opinion, Honda have the same problem with their in-line fours. The World doesn’t need more power, it needs more torque and character!
Review the honda super cub 125cc
If you want a moving vibrator, go for xr. There are way better options for less money.
Its all good if your wallet is bulging out of your pocket, lol I'll keep my new z900.