BMW S 1000 R 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.
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.
- BMW S 1000 R 83 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 BMW S 1000 XR 84 cm Tallest 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 165 hp (BMW S 1000 R) up to 170 hp (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
- Torque figures are very close.
- Weight spans 208 kg (BMW S 1000 R) to 227 kg (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW S 1000 R | BMW S 1000 XR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | BMW |
| Model | BMW S 1000 R | BMW S 1000 XR |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 165hp | 170hp |
| Torque | 114nm. | 114nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 208kg | 227kg |
| Front brake | Twin-disc brake with a diameter of 320 mm, four-piston fixed calliper | Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake with a diameter of 220 mm, one-piston floating calliper | Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, 2-piston floating caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 84cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR 17 | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 190/55 ZR 17 | 190/55 ZR17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 45 mm, spring preload and adjustable rebound and compression stage | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium underbeam swinging arm, Full-Floater Pro, central shock absorber, adjustable rebound and compression damping and adjustable spring preload | Aluminium double-sided swing-arm, central shock absorber, electronic preload adjuster, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Touring |
| Top speed | 270km/h | 280km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16.5 L – 7 L/100km | 20 L – 6.7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $13945 | $17495 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View BMW price list |
| Extra features | -Three riding modes (Rain, Road, Dynamic, incl. HSC), Six-axis sensor box incl. ABS Pro & DTC -TFT display with connectivity, Adjustable handlebar position, Intelligent emergency call ECALL |
-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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2023 BMW S 1000 R vs 2024 BMW S 1000 XR: listed specifications
The 2023 BMW S 1000 R and 2024 BMW S 1000 XR are closely matched in peak power and torque, while the S 1000 R has a lower listed weight, and the S 1000 XR has the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
S 1000 R and S 1000 XR have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
S 1000 R and S 1000 XR have very similar peak power (165 hp vs 170 hp).
Torque
S 1000 R and S 1000 XR have very similar listed torque (114 Nm vs 114 Nm).
Listed top speed
S 1000 XR has a modest listed top-speed advantage (280 km/h vs 270 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
S 1000 R is notably lighter on the listed weight (208 kg vs 227 kg). S 1000 R and S 1000 XR have very similar seat heights (83 cm vs 84 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in listed top speed and weight, while displacement, peak power, torque and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW S 1000 R vs BMW S 1000 XR?
BMW S 1000 XR is listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) vs 270 km/h (168 mph) for BMW S 1000 R.
Which has more horsepower, BMW S 1000 R or BMW S 1000 XR?
BMW S 1000 XR has 170 hp compared with 165 hp on the BMW S 1000 R.
Which is lighter, BMW S 1000 R or BMW S 1000 XR?
BMW S 1000 R is lighter at 208 kg vs 227 kg for BMW S 1000 XR.
Which is better, BMW S 1000 R 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.
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