Figured this would be relevant for some of you.
2019 BMW S1000RR
The important stuff:
Pricing will be revealed on or during the press launch in early 2019. Until then, it’s at the top of our Christmas list.
2019 BMW S1000RR
The important stuff:
- 207bhp @ 13,500 RPM (+8bhp)
- Redline upped to 14,600 RPM
- More mid-range torque (details TBC)
- All-new underslung swingarm with re-worked linkage system
- 11kg weight reduction from 208 to 197kg. 4kg weight reduction comes from engine and 1.3kg from exhaust mods
- Variable cam timing (“shift cam” as seen on the R1250 GS) shifts at 9,000 RPM
- Titanium valves (hollowed out!), and revised inlet ports
- Lighter rocker arms and shorter, 10% lighter steel con rods
- Longer wheelbase, steeper rake with less trail
- More front-biased weight bias with 53.8% of weight over the front wheel
- TFT colour dashboard with lean angle and lap times
- LED headlights
Pricing will be revealed on or during the press launch in early 2019. Until then, it’s at the top of our Christmas list.