Full test BMW S 1000 XR: the TGV propeller !

Not a fan of the looks, the volumes or the flatness of the R 1200 GS? Would a trail with a more sporty profile suit you better? And why not the S 1000 XR, a unique BMW derived from the turbulent S 1000 R roadster? MNC has tested this High Speed ​​Trail over 800 km. Test.

BMW S1000XR tech. Sheet

Engine
Type	Four-cylinder in-line, 4-stroke, liquid cooled
Displacement	999 cc
Bore x stroke	80 × 49.7 mm
Distribution	Double overhead camshaft
Valves	4 per cylinder (33.5 mm admi, 27.2 esc)
Gas butterflies	48 mm
Volumetric ratio	12.0 to 1
Food	Electronic "Ride by Wire" injection
Max power	Free World: 160 hp (118 kW) at 11,000 rpm
Max torque	Free world: 112 Nm at 9,250 rpm
Electrical system
Alternator	350 W
Drums	12 V – 8 Ah
Headlights	Crossover H7 (12V 55W), road H7 (12V 55W)
Starter	0.8 kW
Transmission
Clutch	Anti-dribble multi-disc in oil bath
Ordered	Mechanical
Gearbox	6 gears
Primary reduction	1,652
1st	2,647
2nd	2.091
3rd	1.727
4th	1,500
5th	1,360
6th	1,261
Final reduction	2,647
Final drive	By chain
Cycle part
Frame	Aluminum composite perimeter frame
Swinging arm	Double aluminum
Front suspension	46 mm inverted fork, adjustable for rebound and compression
Suspension Ar	Rebound adjustable shock absorber
Front travel	150 mm
Travel Ar	140 mm
Front brake	Double floating disc 320 mm
Calipers Av	4 piston radials
Ar brake	Single 265 mm disc
Calipers Ar	Single piston
Front rim	Aluminum alloy, 3.50 x 17 "
Rim Ar	Aluminum alloy, 6.00 x 17 "
Front tire	120/70 – ZR 17
Tire Ar	190/55 – ZR 17
Dimensions, weight, capacities
Length	2,183 mm
Width	725 mm
Wheelbase	1,548 mm
Caster angle	25.5 °
Hunt	117 mm
Saddle height	840 mm
Ground clearance	NC
Dry weight	228 kg
Fuel tank	20 liters
Instrumentation
Dash console	Engine speed, speed, gear engaged, driving mode, total mileage, engine temperature, fuel level, residual range, Trip 1 and 2 daily mileage, average consumption, average speed, stopwatch, shift-light, time (options: heated grips , Dynamic ESA, cruise control)
Commercial information
Availability	Arrival on June 13 in the and first deliveries in September 2015
Colors	Red "Racing" or White "Light"
Price	€ 16,200
Guarantee	2 years, unlimited mileage
Main options	Dynamic Pack (LED turn signals, Dynamic Traction Control, Dynamic and Dynamic Pro riding modes, ABS Pro, cruise control, shifter Pro): 1000 € Touring pack (central stand, ESA Dynamic, heated grips, luggage rack, GPS preparation, case supports): € 1,250 Handguards: 85 € Lowering to 790 mm with specific shock absorber: 195 € (seat low to 820 mm free ex works) Alarm: 220 € LED daytime running lights: € 295

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