[TusharK]

BMW Motorrad has launched the second-generation S 1000 R in India. The bike will be imported as a completely built unit (CBU) and comes in three variants – Standard, Pro and Pro M Sport. Prices start at Rs. 17.90 lakh (ex-showroom).



The new S 1000 R is a naked roadster derived from the S 1000 RR. It features a new LED headlamp and redesigned fuel tank side panels, tank center cover, side panels and engine spoiler. BMW claims that the reversible handlebar clamp and height adjustable seat have improved ergonomics.



Powering the S 1000 R is a 999cc, 4-cylinder engine that develops 163 BHP @ 11,000 rpm and 114 Nm @ 9,250 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox via a self-reinforcing anti-hopping clutch. The 4th, 5th and 6th gears now have longer ratios.



The bike is equipped with four riding modes – Rain, Road, Dynamic and Dynamic Pro. It can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds and has an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h.



The new S 1000 R is based on a ‘Flex Frame’ with the engine being a load-bearing element. This makes the new model significantly lighter than its predecessor. The bike also gets a new suspension geometry that is said to have improved agility and feedback.

For the first time, BMW is offering the S 1000 R with engine drag torque control (MSR) as an option. This system prevents the rear wheel from slipping due to abrupt throttle application or while downshifting. The bike also gets features such as Engine Brake, traction control, Wheelie control, Dynamic Brake Control, ABS and ABS Pro.

2021 BMW S 1000 R ex-showroom prices:

Standard – Rs. 17.90 lakh
Pro – Rs. 19.75 lakh
Pro M Sport – Rs. 22.50 lakh

Link to Team-BHP News

[SnS_12]

The Speed Triple 1200 RS feels and looks like a more premium package (suspension, brakes and a single sided rear swingarm) and is almost a lac cheaper than the base model itself.

[no_fear]

Originally Posted by SnS_12

The Speed Triple 1200 RS feels and looks like a more premium package

So no BMW on your list of naked bike that you are planning to buy I guess.

[TrackDay]

Appearance wise, this bike looks kind of generic. Even folks who aren't much into bikes can quickly identify BMW bikes from it's distinctive looks. This one seems to have blend into the crowd.

BMW Motorrad India Ad for the BMW S 1000 R

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ta66cVct7As

[SnS_12]

Originally Posted by no_fear

So no BMW on your list of naked bike that you are planning to buy I guess.

Well it will definitely be on the list when I start a voting thread when the time is nearer to put the money on the table

And as you had mentioned on the Busa thread I should take test rides of every bike available in the market and then decide and prepare a probable list accordingly. Hopefully I don't end up buying the next big bike without a test ride again