2024 BMW M 1000 XR vs 2024 BMW S 1000 XR

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Technical score (estimate)

Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.

Top on paper
2024 BMW M 1000 XR
78 pts
2024 BMW S 1000 XR
22 pts

Usage fit (estimate)

Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.

City / commute

2024 BMW M 1000 XR
37.5 pts
Best fit here
2024 BMW S 1000 XR
63.5 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
2024 BMW M 1000 XR
61.7 pts
2024 BMW S 1000 XR
60.7 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
2024 BMW M 1000 XR
70.1 pts
2024 BMW S 1000 XR
23.6 pts

New rider friendly

2024 BMW M 1000 XR
38.2 pts
Best fit here
2024 BMW S 1000 XR
60.8 pts

Seat height (cm)

Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.

  • 2024 BMW M 1000 XR 85 cm Tallest seat here
  • 2024 BMW S 1000 XR 84 cm Lowest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 1 cm.

Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).

Auto summary from specs

Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.

  • Power spans 170 hp (2024 BMW S 1000 XR) up to 201 hp (2024 BMW M 1000 XR).
  • Torque spans 113 Nm (2024 BMW M 1000 XR) up to 114 Nm (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
  • Weight spans 223 kg (2024 BMW M 1000 XR) to 227 kg (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
  • Engine sizes are very close.

Reader votes so far — total 2: 2024 BMW M 1000 XR (2); 2024 BMW S 1000 XR (0).

Specification BMW M 1000 XR BMW S 1000 XR
Brand BMW BMW
Model BMW M 1000 XR BMW S 1000 XR
Engine size 1000cc 1000cc
Power 201hp 170hp
Torque 113nm. 114nm.
Cylinders / valves 4 cylinders, 16 valves 4 cylinders, 16 valves
Weight 223kg 227kg
Front brake Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper
Rear brake Single disc brake, diameter 220 mm, 1-piston floating caliper Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, 2-piston floating caliper
Seat height (cm) 85cm 84cm
Front tyre 120/70 ZR17 120/70 ZR17
Rear tyre 200/55 ZR17 190/55 ZR17
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA)
Rear suspension Aluminum twin-sided swingarm, DDC Dynamic Damping Control (central shock absorber), adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression stages electronically adjustable Aluminium double-sided swing-arm, central shock absorber, electronic preload adjuster, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA)
Motorcycle type Touring Touring
Top speed 290km/h 280km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 20 L – 7.2 L/100km 20 L – 6.7 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $24295 $17495
Brand price lists View BMW price list View BMW price list
Extra features

-Riding modes Pro (Rain, Road, Dynamic, Race, Race Pro 1–3, Pit Lane Limiter, Launch Control, Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) +/- Shift, 

-Wheelie Control, Slide Control, Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), shift assistant Pro, Automatic Hill Start Control (HSC) Pro)

-TFT display with M start-up animation, Headlight Pro with adaptive headlight, Dynamic Damping Control (DDC)

-M battery, M Forged wheels, M titanium rear silencer, M brake, BMW Motorrad ABS Pro, Sport windscreen

-Adjustable steering damper, M seat, M brake and clutch lever, Keyless Ride, Tyre pressure control (TPC)

-Heated grips, Cruise control, USB charging interface

-Headlight Pro (daytime riding light icon & adaptive headlight; observe country-specific regulations)

-Riding modes Pro (incl. HSC Pro, MSR, ABS Pro & DTC)

-Dynamic ESA chassis, Keyless Ride, Integrated case holder, Toll pass compartment

-Storage compartment under seat, USB charging interface, Emergency call

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2024 BMW M 1000 XR vs 2024 BMW S 1000 XR: listed specifications

The 2024 BMW M 1000 XR and 2024 BMW S 1000 XR are closely matched in weight and torque, while the M 1000 XR has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed.

Engine displacement

M 1000 XR and S 1000 XR have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).

Peak power

M 1000 XR has a clear listed power advantage (201 hp vs 170 hp).

Torque

M 1000 XR and S 1000 XR have very similar listed torque (113 Nm vs 114 Nm).

Listed top speed

M 1000 XR has a modest listed top-speed advantage (290 km/h vs 280 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

M 1000 XR and S 1000 XR have very similar listed weights (223 kg vs 227 kg). M 1000 XR and S 1000 XR have very similar seat heights (85 cm vs 84 cm).

Conclusion

The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power and listed top speed, while displacement, torque, weight and seat height remain relatively close.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of BMW M 1000 XR vs BMW S 1000 XR?

BMW M 1000 XR is listed at 290 km/h (180 mph) vs 280 km/h (174 mph) for BMW S 1000 XR.

Which has more horsepower, BMW M 1000 XR or BMW S 1000 XR?

BMW M 1000 XR has 201 hp compared with 170 hp on the BMW S 1000 XR.

Which is lighter, BMW M 1000 XR or BMW S 1000 XR?

BMW M 1000 XR is lighter at 223 kg vs 227 kg for BMW S 1000 XR.

Which is better, BMW M 1000 XR or BMW S 1000 XR?

It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.