2024 BMW S 1000 XR vs BMW F 900 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.
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
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 BMW S 1000 XR 84 cm Tallest seat here
- BMW F 900 XR 82.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1.5 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 105 hp (BMW F 900 XR) up to 170 hp (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
- Torque spans 92 Nm (BMW F 900 XR) up to 114 Nm (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
- Weight spans 219 kg (BMW F 900 XR) to 227 kg (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
- Displacement spans 900 cc (BMW F 900 XR) to 1000 cc (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
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| Specification | BMW S 1000 XR | BMW F 900 XR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | BMW |
| Model | BMW S 1000 XR | BMW F 900 XR |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 900cc |
| Power | 170hp | 105hp |
| Torque | 114nm. | 92nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 227kg | 219kg |
| Front brake | Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper | Dual disc brake, floating brake discs, Ø 320 mm, 4-piston radial brake calipers |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, 2-piston floating caliper | Single disc brake, Ø 265 mm, single-piston floating caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 84cm | 82.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70 ZR 17 |
| Rear tyre | 190/55 ZR17 | 180/55 ZR 17 |
| 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, Ø 43 mm |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium double-sided swing-arm, central shock absorber, electronic preload adjuster, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) | Cast aluminium dual swing arm, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable, rebound damping adjustable |
| Motorcycle type | Touring | Touring |
| Top speed | 280km/h | 210km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 20 L – 6.7 L/100km | 15.5 L – 4.8 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $17495 | $12020 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View BMW price list |
| Extra features | -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 |
-coloured TFT display with BMW Motorrad Connectivity, LED headlight (low / high beam) -LED indicators, ASC, riding modes Rain/Road, adjustable hand brake and clutch levers -12V socket, windshield adjustment -Ready for A2 Licence (35kw) |
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2024 BMW S 1000 XR vs 2023 BMW F 900 XR: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW S 1000 XR and 2023 BMW F 900 XR differ on the listed specifications: the S 1000 XR has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the F 900 XR has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
S 1000 XR has a larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 900 cc).
Peak power
S 1000 XR has a clear listed power advantage (170 hp vs 105 hp).
Torque
S 1000 XR has a clear listed torque advantage (114 Nm vs 92 Nm).
Listed top speed
S 1000 XR has a clear listed top-speed advantage (280 km/h vs 210 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
F 900 XR has a modest listed weight advantage (219 kg vs 227 kg). F 900 XR has a lower listed seat height (82.5 cm vs 84 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW S 1000 XR vs BMW F 900 XR?
BMW S 1000 XR is listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) vs 210 km/h (130 mph) for BMW F 900 XR.
Which has more horsepower, BMW S 1000 XR or BMW F 900 XR?
BMW S 1000 XR has 170 hp compared with 105 hp on the BMW F 900 XR.
Which is lighter, BMW S 1000 XR or BMW F 900 XR?
BMW F 900 XR is lighter at 219 kg vs 227 kg for BMW S 1000 XR.
Which is better, BMW S 1000 XR or BMW F 900 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.
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