BMW S 1000 R vs 2024 MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR
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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 MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR 84.5 cm Tallest 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 165 hp (BMW S 1000 R) up to 208 hp (2024 MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR).
- Torque spans 114 Nm (BMW S 1000 R) up to 116.5 Nm (2024 MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR).
- Weight spans 204 kg (2024 MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR) to 208 kg (BMW S 1000 R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW S 1000 R | MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | MV AGUSTA |
| Model | BMW S 1000 R | MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 165hp | 208hp |
| Torque | 114nm. | 116.5nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 208kg | 204kg |
| Front brake | Twin-disc brake with a diameter of 320 mm, four-piston fixed calliper | Double floating disc with Ø 320 mm (Ø 12.6 in.) diameter, with steel braking disc and aluminium flange - Brembo radial master cylinder/level assembly |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake with a diameter of 220 mm, one-piston floating calliper | Single steel disc with Ø 220 mm (Ø 8.66 in.) dia.- Brembo PS13 brake master cylinder |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 84.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR 17 | 120/70 - ZR 17 M/C (58 W) |
| Rear tyre | 190/55 ZR 17 | 200/55 - ZR 17 M/C (78 W) |
| 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 | Öhlins Nix EC hydraulic “upside down” front forks with TiN superficial treatment. Completely adjustable with electronically controlled compression and rebound damping with manually controlled spring preload. |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium underbeam swinging arm, Full-Floater Pro, central shock absorber, adjustable rebound and compression damping and adjustable spring preload | Progressive, single shock absorber Öhlins EC TTX completely adjustable with electronically controlled compression and rebound damping and spring preload |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 270km/h | 310km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16.5 L – 7 L/100km | 16 L – 7.4 L/100km |
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| Price | $13945 | $38198 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View MV AGUSTA 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 |
Carbon components: Air-box cover - Dashboard harness cover - RH/LH central panel for fuel tank - RH/LH side panel for fuel tank - Central and lateral cover for projector Clutch and gearbox covers RH/LH external air intake Exclusive features: Lighter crankshaft - New combustion chamber Lighter pistons - Titanium connecting rods Dashboard TFT 5.5”color display - Cruise control Bluetooth - GPS - MV Ride App for navigation mirroring, app-controlled engine, suspension and rider aids setup - Launch Control - FLC Front lift control - Mobisat anti-theft system with geolocation |
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2023 BMW S 1000 R vs 2024 MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR: listed specifications
The 2023 BMW S 1000 R and 2024 MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR are closely matched in weight and torque, while the Brutale 1000 RR has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
S 1000 R and Brutale 1000 RR have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Brutale 1000 RR has a clear listed power advantage (208 hp vs 165 hp).
Torque
S 1000 R and Brutale 1000 RR have very similar listed torque (114 Nm vs 116.5 Nm).
Listed top speed
Brutale 1000 RR has a clear listed top-speed advantage (310 km/h vs 270 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
S 1000 R and Brutale 1000 RR have very similar listed weights (208 kg vs 204 kg). S 1000 R has a lower listed seat height (83 cm vs 84.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, listed top speed and seat height, while displacement, torque and weight remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW S 1000 R vs MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR?
MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR is listed at 310 km/h (193 mph) vs 270 km/h (168 mph) for BMW S 1000 R.
Which has more horsepower, BMW S 1000 R or MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR?
MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR has 208 hp compared with 165 hp on the BMW S 1000 R.
Which is lighter, BMW S 1000 R or MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR?
MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR is lighter at 204 kg vs 208 kg for BMW S 1000 R.
Which is better, BMW S 1000 R or MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR?
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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