Honest REVIEW of the 2021 BMW S1000R
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- čas přidán 7. 07. 2024
- I test rode the brand new 2021 BMW S1000R and provide my thoughts and opinions in this motovlog review. I am actually looking to purchase a new supernaked and I have to say I was seriously impressed with the new 2021 BMW S1000R!
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Nice review and I totally agree on how good this bike is.
I picked my S1000R up beginning of July and have put almost 13'000km on it. I love the Hockenheim-Silber color scheme. Needless to say I love this bike. It really comes to life on the roads in Schwarzwald and in alpine twisty roads. When on a week long tours with a passenger and luggage it requires frequent stops just to stretch the legs and I will be looking at getting a second bike for those trips.
For me this was the "sensible" bike to get: loads of fun racing through tight twisty roads and grown up enough to use it as an every day bike. One of the best features is the front light... yes, it looks characterless, but the light you get from this is second to none and is better than the lights on most cars. The cornering light on the other hand is hardly noticeable.
I have the stock exhaust and don't notice much of a difference compared to the Akrapovic. Sound did change a lot since I first got it and driving in "Dynamic Pro" mode gives the exhaust this beautifully addicting burble of little backfires when rolling off the throttle.
If you do get a S1000R I highly recommend the Dynamic Pro package, active suspension and heated grips. I am still using the standard wheels and may upgrade those to forged wheels later on. The difference is very noticeable especially when using the carbon wheels... but those were beyond my budget ;-) Handling on this bike is an absolute dream even with the standard wheels
One of the things I really don't like about the bike is the Bluetooth system. The connection with my Cardo PackTalk bold is terrible: Audio quality and timing varies constantly. I had to connect the phone directly to the headset and now I cant accept calls or change music over the handle bar controls. I really hope they will be able to increase signal strength with a software update. I still keep the phone connected to the bike to track all rides with the BMW app and this will also show the current speed limit on the dashboard and allow for turn-by turn instructions directly on the bikes display
Another thing I don't understand on this bike is the mirror configuration. On the standard mirrors about 2/3 of the view is covered by my arms, so I have to move my elbow in to see what is behind me. they should be moved out a bit more or have a slightly longer bar. I replaced them with ones from Rizoma mounted on the handlebar ends.
Man I love the look of this bike. Great review keep it up!
Thank you 😁
Great video. How much fun you had on the bike really came through. I’m sold on it!
Nice review! Phenomenal bike💯🔥🔥🔥🔥
I stepped up from the Street RS to the S1000R Sport last year and have never looked back. Just an amazing machine. Hope you rode it in Dynamic Pro mode for some real OMG moments!
Yes! Just saying yes because we should all say yes more. So, YES!
I felt exactly the same as you. And even after riding more 'characterful' bikes, this is the one I'll be ordering...
There is just something about the way this bike makes you feel. I couldn't stop smiling riding it
@@BikesofRye yeah and that's what it's all about. Imagine this bike with a full exhaust, remap and all the euro5 gubbins removed!
This is one of the best looking bikes out right now in my opinion.
Naked bikes my favourite category loving my Mt10 and have a Monster 1000ie being delivered soon, strangely never ridden a BMW but she looks a beauty. Cheers Bikes of Rye.
You're spoiling yourself
Great video mate 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Appreciate it thanks
Great review. I went from a Tuono to one of these. No, you don't have the sound and torque a bit lower in the revs but, that aside, it's a far superior bike (IMO). Give it some revs and it comes alive, it is proper grin and chuckle factor... The Tuono never gave me the giggles like this bike does! And the smoothness to me is a bonus, not a lack of character, specially after a Tuono.
Thanks for sharing
The Beemer is nice but I would not trade a 765 RS for it.
Your Triumph is already tuned and equiped.
It is lighter.
It is (hopefully) paid for.
Realistically the bigger BMW will not be any faster, anywhere, despite having more power.
If you just fancy trying something different, then go for it.
Fun bike for sure.
And also new content for the channel is a good thing.
I bought a Duke 890R after a long debate of it v.s. Street Triple and love mine.
Definitely will not trade it for a SuperDuke for cost reasons and because it's quite hard to exploit all the power the 890 R has and I am a pretty decent rider with 3 decades of riding experience and loads of track days done.
Thank you for the review 👍
My pleasure!
aside from the Grom looking headlight this is a sick bike
Myself a primary BMW rider after a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI work related) I found I could only ride with fully intergraded ABS, my eye to hand coordination severely handicapped my ability to keep my shiny bike shiny. As well as I hate driving in rush hour traffic in Dallas without wearing full body armor. Because you have to worry about the four wheelers that don’t see you at all. I did test drive a K1200 GT and figured out it was way too much HP for me.
i love mine .. never thought id love a 4cyl, but it really is so precise
Great Vid and review. I love mine.
Good to hear
Ordered one of these on Friday. I’ll be waiting 20 weeks for it but worth it
Are you in the U.K?
@@BikesofRye no mate Ireland, i would say the waiting list for use is much shorter if even you have one, they had 2 where I bought it but an M model and the one you are on here. But I want the red colour so I have to wait for it.
Absolutely you get a👍🏼 very good review. Thank you
Appreciate that Adam thank you
Nice balanced review. Having the option of the magic carpet ride is seriously appealing but I do wonder how the lack of engine character would feel after a few thousand miles.
The engine lacks character but it certainly delivers the power. A full system will unlock some music especially the pops and bangs
@@BikesofRye defineatly try a duke and mt10 mate. i know the mt10sp a bit long in the tooth but i think you'll be surprised and if u like it u can wait for 2022 model :P
nice review! did u find any vibration on certain speed or RPM? im about to order one but not sure how smooth the ride is. last gen had serious vibe between 3-4000 rpm
I read about vibration and apparently there is but honestly I didn't notice this. It felt very refined
You looked like you were enjoying that one!
How did the GSX-S1000 compare performance wise. Thanks.
Planning on getting the 790 Duke, have you done a review on that , any opinion ?
Yes! I am really torn between this and the speed 1200 🤔
Try the Aprilia Tuono 1100 if you have the chance, would love to see your review.
Nice to know should my shift lever ever brake or get bent out of shape following a tip over or crash, I can simply shift it into 6th and ride the bike home using the freeway. Hahaha I’m partially just being silly, but I mention that because that’s the situation I’m currently in but have my bike left in third while my parts are on order.
So did you buy one!? I went from a 2017 Street Triple RS to the same version and colour in your review, nearly done 2000 miles and no regrets. Get Dynamic Pro mode to suit you, enjoy the overun pops and bangs which this mode gives you....totally agree about the slight lack of character and am also looking to update the stock slip-on.
I haven't purchased one yet... most likely will though! I will certainly be adding the rider aids as well as the electronic suspension. See what deal I can get over the winter
bike seems great, B656 my go to road that one ;) some good twistys.
very honest review! how would u compare this S1000r to suzuki gsx s1000 u tested earlier? i ordered the BMW, but interested to test the GSX S1000GT which is the same as the naked version
Well if it was like for like on tech by chosing a base S1000R and only ticking the option for the bi-directional qs. The BMW would be 1k more in the u.k and I would absolutely chose the BMW.
Nice review! Have you done M1000R?
I bought one. Couldn’t be happier with it!! Like you said jackal and Hyde best of both worlds :)
Yes happy for you what a bike
I had been seeing your content for a bit, and I didn't realize I wasn't subscribed. Always pays to mention it, I guess.
Thank you so much for joining along for the ride!! Yes noted
Looks and sounds like you’re mind is already made up bro!! Would be a great edition to your garage 💯
Sure will be honest this is likely the bike for me next season 😁
@@BikesofRye 😊😊😊😊🔥🔥🔥
Before you get it, please try Super Duke 1290 r, I'm really curious about your opinion. I would also like to see some reports on the fuel, might not be interesting to everybody but in my country the fuel prices going trough the roof, I think it will play a role in buy or not to buy decision. I mean I will not pay 1.2 for a liter on a bike that needs 9l (when pushed) of fuel to do 100 km ...
I need to wait until January to get on a demo bike
@@BikesofRye don’t bother mate I rode both the 1290 and the zh2.. the zh2 feels like the ktm on steroids
I think its a great bike, and almost the perfect road bike, but i think the issue is its too perfect and lacking character and plan looks and i think a bit boring compared to Street triple RS
Damn it you have me looking more into this bike, its going to be a choice of the Speed 1200 RS , S1000R or the new 1290R EVO for me next year
I purchased the S1000R Sport five weeks ago and haven't looked back. There is a stylish windscreen for it I have ordered and maybe a radiator guard but apart from that the bike is fine. Intend to use it on the Great Dividing Range in NSW Australia where we have some awesome roads and it's great for regular commutes as well. Here is a link to a short video of the road near me. czcams.com/video/cXaqRxycZts/video.html
Checked out that link and yes those look like some proper riding roads for the S1000R. Thanks for sharing
Wots the quickest of all the bike's so far you have test riden then.....and if you had too buy today which one?........
The 1200rs packs the most punch. For me personally I really fell for the S1000R
Great review. What is your choice between the S1000R and the Speed Triple RS? I am looking at both and cannot decide.
The Speed has more torque, more power overall. But for me lacks some sex appeal think it's the colours and exhaust. The S1000R still a good looking bike and if you spec it up to what the Speed costs you have one mighty machine. I'd take the S1000R personally
It’s an awesome bike. However, when I build this just the way I want it, it’s $22k and the Ducati SFV4S is $24k, and the Ducati is so characterful and special. It’s hard to justify this bike in comparison.
Do u think it’s better than triumph 1200 speed triple rs?
The Speed is a more capable bike overall. No doubt be great on the track too. But the S1000R offers a lot considering the price. The S1000R really made me giddy and its full of tech
Rye do you feel that s1000r have more power than your 765rs?
Oh yeah quite a significant amount more
@@BikesofRye but like mid range or top range?
@@huntingwheels7374 low mid and top
@@BikesofRye strange.. with a fk machine like you have with low weigth and 130whp and with that curve of power, i never ride a 765rs with full modes
@@huntingwheels7374 the 765rs is a special bit of kit for sure especially with the modifications. The S1000R engine though is pretty epic and it's a light weight bike too don't forget
Try the ktm 1290 super Duke next for a review let us know what you think
Trying to source a demo at the minute
hey Rye, BMW offers a lil windscreen in its catalogue
Nice one will check this out
Just brought my S1000xr from Lind Motorrad Walsh garden city
Nice one what spec?
@@BikesofRye S1000XR TE I've wished i tested the S1000R to compare them.
I've got this bike now for around 3 months (coming from an MT-07), and will say this bike is a BLAST!
Got a Austin Racing slip-on for it. It pretty much is all you need (considering the vavle inside the exhaust is for Euro 5 regulations, and can't be removed), once you hit 6.000 rpm the bike just opens up and it's amazing.
(straight pipe is just waaaay to loud :( )
Good review :)
Thanks and yes if I get one which is highly likely I will be looking to replace the full system but look to have a slip-on that isn't too loud
Wonder why they don't really have something in 800cc range.....know f 900 but doesn't seem really competitive against other brands and the 1000 gets such high praise....s850r that's the same just lighter and power is @ 110-120 mark.....and scrap the F 900.......maybe they will
How would you compare this to the 1200 rs I'm in the market and these so far are the top contenders atleast for today until I see another bike cuz I love them all and want them all they give me ADHD
Totally with you there. Maybe I will just buy both
@@BikesofRye what did you like better the s1kr or 1200rs
@@BikesofRye I'd love to have both shit. Im waiting on insurance payment for my r6 I had a wreck and they totaled it but luckily I'm ok I owe it to my gear.
Is there a fuel gauge indicator?
Yes there is and a low fuel warning that fills the screen that you have to confirm you have read
@@BikesofRye i love it! thanks!
Damn I love Ducati and I love BMW, I've been going back and forth for months on either a streetfighter V2 a new monster or the s1000r I've always been a Ducati guy but S1000 for me it is, M sport 👍
I'd love to try the new V2 Streetfighter
@@BikesofRye would love to see that review from you as well, hopefully 🤞
If you get one, please restrain yourself at the dealer when it comes to bmw apparel 🤣
The gentleman's naked bike.
This or the gsxs1000?
I have ordered an 2022 S1000R
@@BikesofRye how long you have to wait?
@@achraf9946 collecting in March
I own an s1000rr and was ready to buy an s1000R until… I rode a zh2.. I now own a zh2 😅
The bmw is so bloody gutless compared to the supercharged kawi
Big heavy POS
I do like that bike, but you couldn't have the base model so that pics the price up and opens doors to other bikes. Tough choices ahead, first world problems 🤣
Sure if you spec it out to the max you're looking upwards of 17k
You sold triumph for this new BMW
I still own my Street Triple
Of course all of your videos are being driven from the wrong side of the road.
Stop screaming !?!?!?
No one is screaming