BMW Motorrad has been on a roll lately and they’re hoping to continue that streak with their first ever M model. Dubbed the M 1000 RR, the model is based on the S 1000 RR and brings the ideals of BMW M to the superbike segment.
Starting with the engine, the bike
features an inline four-cylinder which is based on the one found in the S 1000
RR. However, it has been equipped with new pistons, modified combustion
chambers and titanium connecting rods. The engine also has an increased
compression ratio, lighter rocker arms, a titanium exhaust and fully machined
intake ports with a new geometry.
Thanks to all these changes, the engine
produces 209 hp and 113 Nm of torque. That’s a
minor increase of 5 hp, but the company noted the bike is more
powerful between 6,000-15,100 rpm and this range is “particularly relevant for
race track driving dynamics.”
Besides the upgraded engine, the M 1000 RR
has carbon fiber winglets which generate downforce and help to keep the bike
glued to the ground. BMW says they help to improve acceleration as well as
braking and cornering stability.
The model also has an aluminum bridge
frame, an optimized upside-down fork and a “revised central spring strut with
blue spring and Full Floater Pro kinematics.” BMW says these changes help to
improve braking and anti-squat control as well as give the rider the “best
possible feeling” of the wheels.
Speaking of the wheels, they’re made out
of carbon fiber and are backed up by an M braking system. The latter feature
blue calipers and draw from the company’s experience in the Superbike World
Championship. Other notable features include a 6.5-inch digital instrument
cluster which can be outfitted with an optional M GPS laptrigger and M GPS data
logger. Customers can also order an M competition package which includes the M
milled parts and M carbon packages as well as a lighter swing arm and an M
endurance chain. There’s no word on pricing at this point, but the model will
undoubtedly be more expensive than the S 1000 RR which starts at US$ 17,490.
