
BMW S 1000 RR
Key specifications
Overview
Introducing the 2009 BMW S 1000 RR: The Apex Predator in Sportbikes In the realm of sport motorcycles, the 2009 BMW S 1000 RR stands as a formidable contender, engineered to dominate both the road and the racetrack. With its aggressive styling and cutting-edge technology, it redefined the expectations of performance bikes when it burst onto the scene. Tailored for the serious enthusiast, this machine is a perfect blend of German engineering prowess and race-oriented design, aiming not just to compete but to excel in the high-octane world of superbikes. Whether you’re tearing down a straightaway or navigating twisty mountain roads, the S 1000 RR promises an exhilarating ride that few can match. Unleashing the Power: Engine Performance and Riding Dynamics At the heart of the S 1000 RR is a potent 999cc in-line four-cylinder engine that churns out an astonishing 190.42 horsepower at a blistering 13,000 RPM. This translates to exhilarating acceleration and an impressive top speed of 200 km/h (124.3 mph), ensuring that your adrenaline levels will skyrocket with every twist of the throttle. The engine's torque, peaking at 112 Nm (82.6 ft.lbs) at 9,750 RPM, offers exceptional responsiveness, allowing for seamless power delivery whether you’re carving through corners or blasting down straights. The bike’s lightweight construction, tipping the scales at just 183 kg (403.4 lbs), enhances its agility, making it feel more like an extension of your body than a machine. Coupled with a 6-speed gearbox and a chain final drive, the S 1000 RR delivers a riding experience that is as exhilarating as it is precise. Cutting-Edge Features and Technology What truly sets the S 1000 RR apart is its advanced technology and thoughtful features designed for versatility and performance. The bike is equipped with a bridge-type aluminum frame, providing rigidity while minimizing weight, and its upside-down front fork and single-sided swing arm enhance handling and stability. Riders can take advantage of multiple riding modes, easily selectable at the touch of a button, allowing adjustments for wet surfaces, regular road conditions, or track-focused performance. Additionally, the incorporation of dynamic traction control (DTC) further elevates the riding experience, providing added confidence in varied conditions. The S 1000 RR also features dual front discs with ABS, ensuring optimal stopping power and safety, making it just as capable on the street as it is on the racetrack. **
Pros
Cons
- Unmatched Performance: With 190.42 HP and a lightweight build, it delivers exhilarating speed and acceleration.
- Advanced Technology: Features like multiple riding modes and dynamic traction control enhance the riding experience and adaptability.
- Precision Handling: Its superior chassis and suspension components ensure excellent handling and stability at high speeds.
- Aggressive Riding Position: The sporty ergonomics may not be comfortable for all riders, especially on longer rides.
- Maintenance Costs: As a high-performance machine, upkeep and maintenance can be pricier compared to more standard motorcycles.
- Power Delivery: The peak power comes at high RPMs, which might require experienced handling to fully enjoy its capabilities.
Technical details
Source specification data
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- S 1000 RR
- Category
- Sport
- Starter
- Electric
- Comments
- Various
- riding modes available at the touch of a button for wet surfaces, regular road requirements, race tracks with sports tyres and race tracks with slicks.
- High
- -speed, extra-sturdy valve drive with individual cam followers and titanium valves following the example of
- W
- ’s
- Formula
- 1 engines.
- Color Options
- Mineral Silver
- metallic,
- Acid Green
- metallic,
- Thunder Grey
- metallic,
- Magma Red
- .
- Power
- 190.42 HP (139.0 kW)) @ 13000 RPM
- Clutch
- Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated
- Torque
- 112.00 Nm (11.4 kgf-m or 82.6 ft.lbs) @ 9750 RPM
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Top Speed
- 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
- Fuel System
- Injection
- Bore X Stroke
- 80.0 x 0.0 mm (3.1 x inches)
- Displacement
- 999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches)
- Cooling System
- Liquid
- Engine Details
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Exhaust System
- Stainless
- steel. 4-in-2-in-1.
- Closed
- -loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard
- U
- -3.
- Lubrication System
- Dry sump
- Valves Per Cylinder
- 4
- Transmission Type Final Drive
- Chain
- Dry Weight
- 183.0 kg (403.4 pounds)
- Overall Length
- 2,145 mm (84.4 inches)
- Power Weight Ratio
- 1.0405 HP/kg
- Weight Incl Oil Gas Etc
- 206.5 kg (455.3 pounds)
- Rake
- 25.8°
- Trail
- 95 mm (3.7 inches)
- Rear Tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
- Frame Type
- Bridge-type aluminium frame, load-bearing engine
- Front Tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear Brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- Front Brakes
- Double
- disc.
- S
- , wight of entire system 2.5 kg.
- C Dynamic Traction Control
- .
- Rear Suspension
- Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with eccentric adjustment for rear axle, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
- Front Suspension
- Upside down fork, 46 mm
- Rear Wheel Travel
- 125 mm (4.9 inches)
- Front Wheel Travel
- 125 mm (4.9 inches)