Something of an unsung hero in BMW
Motorrad’s range of motorcycles is the 2020 BMW Motorrad S1000XR sports-tourer,
now in Malaysia and priced at RM121,500, on-the-road excluding insurance. Going
on a small diet, the 2020 S1000XR weighs 10 kg then its predecessor and with
power optimised for the mid-range and ridability.
Weight savings were gained with a 19%
lighter swingarm, a lighter Euro 5 compliant exhaust system and a 5kg weight
reduction in the engine. This is coupled with BMW Motorrad’s “Flex Frame”,
where the S1000XR’s engine takes on more load bearing from the frame, becoming
part of the bike’s riding dynamics.
The S1000XR’s inline-four engine is
derived from the S1000RR super bike and produces 165 hp at 11,000 rpm and 114
Nm of torque at 9,250 rpm. Fourth, fifth and sixth gear ratios have been made
taller to take advantage of the S1000XR’s meatier mid-range and reduce noise
and vibration at higher speeds. New for the S1000XR is engine drag torque
control (MSR) which works in conjunction with a smoother and self-reinforcing
anti-hopping clutch. MSR on the S1000XR is electronically controlled and
reduces rear wheel slip during hard acceleration or downshifting.
Suspension is done with BMW Motorrad’s
Dynamic ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment) that comes with an
electronically controlled upside front-fork and rear monoshock. Riders wanting
adjustable damping modes and automatic load adjustment have to purchase Dynamic
ESA Pro, available as a factory-fitted option.
A full suite of riding aids comes with the
S1000XR, including Hill Start Control Pro, four ride modes and Dynamic Traction
Control (DTC) which also provides wheelie control. Optional extras include
cruise control, adaptive turning lights and HP Shift Assistant Pro
quickshifter.
The 2020 BMW Motorrad S1000XR comes in two
colour options – Ice Grey and Racing Red/White Aluminium as well as an
extensive accessories catalogue. The S1000XR will be available in Malaysian BMW
Motorrad dealers from July.
