BMW S 1000 R vs HONDA CB1000R
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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
- HONDA CB1000R 83 cm Lowest seat here
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 145 hp (HONDA CB1000R) up to 165 hp (BMW S 1000 R).
- Torque spans 104 Nm (HONDA CB1000R) up to 114 Nm (BMW S 1000 R).
- Weight spans 208 kg (BMW S 1000 R) to 212 kg (HONDA CB1000R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW S 1000 R | HONDA CB1000R |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | HONDA |
| Model | BMW S 1000 R | HONDA CB1000R |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 165hp | 145hp |
| Torque | 114nm. | 104nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 208kg | 212kg |
| Front brake | Twin-disc brake with a diameter of 320 mm, four-piston fixed calliper | 310mm double disc |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake with a diameter of 220 mm, one-piston floating calliper | 256mm single disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 83cm |
| 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 | Showa SFF-BP USD fork |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium underbeam swinging arm, Full-Floater Pro, central shock absorber, adjustable rebound and compression damping and adjustable spring preload | Showa monoshock (axle travel 131mm) |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 270km/h | 265km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16.5 L – 7 L/100km | 16.2 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $13945 | $13000 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View HONDA 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 |
-5” TFT screen, Advanced slipper/assist clutch, New three-level quick shifter -SELECTABLE TORQUE CONTROL, THROTTLE-BY-WIRE, power modes |
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2023 BMW S 1000 R vs 2023 HONDA CB1000R: listed specifications
The 2023 BMW S 1000 R and 2023 HONDA CB1000R are closely matched in weight and displacement, while the S 1000 R has more peak power and torque.
Engine displacement
S 1000 R and CB1000R have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
S 1000 R has a modest listed power advantage (165 hp vs 145 hp).
Torque
S 1000 R has a modest listed torque advantage (114 Nm vs 104 Nm).
Listed top speed
S 1000 R and CB1000R have very similar listed top speeds (270 km/h vs 265 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
S 1000 R and CB1000R have very similar listed weights (208 kg vs 212 kg). S 1000 R and CB1000R have very similar seat heights (83 cm vs 83 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power and torque, while displacement, listed top speed, weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW S 1000 R vs HONDA CB1000R?
BMW S 1000 R is listed at 270 km/h (168 mph) vs 265 km/h (165 mph) for HONDA CB1000R.
Which has more horsepower, BMW S 1000 R or HONDA CB1000R?
BMW S 1000 R has 165 hp compared with 145 hp on the HONDA CB1000R.
Which is lighter, BMW S 1000 R or HONDA CB1000R?
BMW S 1000 R is lighter at 208 kg vs 212 kg for HONDA CB1000R.
Which is better, BMW S 1000 R or HONDA CB1000R?
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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