Berlin, a city known for its vibrant and laid-back lifestyle, received an electrifying jolt from BMW Motorrad's latest creation – the M 1000 XR hypertourer. In stark contrast to Berlin's chill vibe, this motorcycle, the third addition to BMW's M division, is nothing short of madness on two wheels.
The Heart of the Beast
The centerpiece of the hyper tourer is its remarkable 999cc, four-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine, drawing inspiration from the potent S 1000 RR and this powerplant cranks out an astonishing 201PS at 12,750rpm and delivers a jaw-dropping 113Nm of torque at 11,000rpm. To put it into perspective, that's a monstrous 31PS more power compared to the S 1000 XR. If you can handle the thrill, the engine redlines at an astonishing 14,600rpm. With a claimed top speed of 275kmph and an eye-watering 0-100kmph sprint in just 3.2 seconds, the M 1000 XR is poised to outperform and outclass all its sports touring rivals.
The M Treatment: Performance Meets Style
The M division's touch is evident throughout the M 1000 XR, with several performance-enhancing features. Notably, the M brakes, with their distinctive blue anodized calipers, make their presence felt. The bike comes standard with lightweight forged aluminum wheels, and for those seeking an extra edge, there's the optional M Competition package, complete with M carbon wheels. Aero winglets and an Akrapovic slip-on exhaust further add to the M treatment.
Riding Dynamics and Safety
The M 1000 XR boasts an impressive suspension setup, featuring a 45mm USD fork, an aluminum double-sided swingarm, and a monoshock. Keeping this hyper tourer in check are dual 320mm disc brakes with radial four-piston calipers at the front and a 265mm disc brake with a single-piston floating caliper at the rear, along with standard switchable ABS.
The bike is loaded with advanced features, including a 6.5-inch TFT instrument console, a variety of riding modes (Rain, Road, Dynamic, Race, and Race Pro1-3), Dynamic Traction Control, wheelie control, a quick-shifter named "Shift Assistant Pro," launch control, Hill Start Control Pro, and more.
Rivalry on the Rise
The world of adventure tourers has been heating up with Ducati launching the Multistrada V4 RS, a direct competitor to the M 1000 XR and the rivalry between these two high-performance tourers promises to be a thrilling spectacle for motorcycle enthusiasts.
In a city known for its relaxed lifestyle BMW Motorrad's M 1000 XR brings a surge of adrenaline pushing the boundaries of hyper-touring motorcycles and it is a thrilling combination of raw power, cutting-edge technology, and relentless performance ready to conquer the roads and redefine the world of sports touring.