BMW S 1000 XR

The 2020 S 1000 XR continues to use its predecessors 999cc in-line four cylinder motor that delivers the same 165PS at 11,000rpm and 114Nm at 9250rpm. BMW is yet to update the S 1000 XR and S 1000 R with the all-new 999cc motor with ShiftCam technology seen on the flagship S 1000 RR. The next generation S 1000 R was spotted testing with the new motor and a new look. On the 2020 BMW S 1000 XR you get 6-axis IMU based rider aids such as 2 riding modes: Rain and Road; BMW Motorrad Race ABS and ASC, wheelie control, engine drag torque control, a bi-directional quickshifter, cruise control and hill start assist. It gets a new aluminium bridge type frame. The sports tourer gets 46mm forks with rebound and compression damping and 150mm of wheel travel and a monoshock with adjustable damping and 140mm of wheel travel. It gets electronic damping adjustment at both ends. Braking is via dual 320mm front discs with a radial four piston calipers and a 265mm rear disc with a two-piston caliper. The S 1000 XR gets 17-inch alloy wheels with 120/70 ZR 17 front and 190/55 ZR 17 rear Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring radial tyres. It weighs 228kg and gets a 20-litre fuel tank and 840mm seat.

The BMW S 1000 XR comes in just one Pro variant.

The biggest design change is to the headlamp unit. Instead of the previous asymmetrical headlamp setup, the S 1000 XR gets two symmetrical LED headlamps. It gets a new fairing, radiator shroud, front fender, fuel tank, side panels and a shorter tail section. Overall the new S 1000 XR looks more compact than before. It is available in two colours -- Racing Red and Ice Grey.

Features include all-LED lighting, a 2-step adjustable windscreen, adjustable brake lever, a 12V power socket. It now gets a 6.5-inch colour TFT instrument console with navigation and Bluetooth connectivity. The motorcycle also features BMW’s Dynamic ESA setup that offers electronic damping adjustment at both ends.

The BMW S 1000 XR competes with the Kawasaki Versys 1000.