Review: 2020 BMW F 900 XR Off-Road and On-Road | In-Depth Handling, Specs, Price

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  • čas přidán 6. 08. 2024
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    BMW came to market with a new entry in their sport adventure lineup, the 2020 F900XR. In this review we go through all of the details regarding this new entry to the sports-touring or sports-adventure motorcycle market.
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  • @LongWayHome
    @LongWayHome  Před 4 lety +7

    Anything else about the 900XR you would like to know?

    • @random_cocaine4667
      @random_cocaine4667 Před 4 lety +3

      passenger comfort ,tank mileage, short enough for 5,7" height folks? top box setup?

    • @outty77
      @outty77 Před 4 lety +2

      does it wheelie?

    • @yachatruc
      @yachatruc Před 4 lety +1

      Can you make a comparison between the f900xr and the f750gs? Being both road oriented touring bikes think it could be a fair comparison.

    • @gunarslodzins
      @gunarslodzins Před 4 lety

      How does it compare to Versys650 and Versys1000?

    • @banestock
      @banestock Před 4 lety +1

      What’s the engine like compared to the 790 duke parallel twin?

  • @bdimon
    @bdimon Před 4 lety +1

    This is the best review of this bike that I have seen. You told me how it works in various scenarios. Great job!

  • @BillReitz
    @BillReitz Před 4 lety +2

    That was a very good review. You covered all the areas I want to know about including night riding. Many other channels forget about that part of riding.

  • @joshuafernandez4295
    @joshuafernandez4295 Před 4 lety +1

    First time someone spoke about heat and front dive, thank you so much

  • @glenns6923
    @glenns6923 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank goodness you bloomed out of your cocoon....hope to see more outdoors stuff, thanks for the review , nice bike ... I'll stay with my 1250GS, but nice bike.

  • @markmurphy1995
    @markmurphy1995 Před 4 lety

    Great review! 👍🏻 Good to see you out of the garage and on the road! 😁

  • @maldridge7630
    @maldridge7630 Před 4 lety

    You are the best, there's just no other way to describe your work! 🙂

  • @Scootir185
    @Scootir185 Před 4 lety +9

    Thanks for another great review! Really enjoying your content. Well produced, funny and right on target. One of my new favorite channels. Keep it up! You’re awesome.

    • @LongWayHome
      @LongWayHome  Před 4 lety +1

      No Scott! You’re awesome! :) or “breathtaking” as Keanu would say.

  • @fentontaylor9021
    @fentontaylor9021 Před 2 lety

    As always, I enjoyed this video, especially your sense of humor!

  • @oliviermissal8739
    @oliviermissal8739 Před 4 lety

    Really good review of the 900 XR,great job🤙🏼 sad that you didn’t tested the model with the bigger screen.i was curious to know the wind protection but hey I will just have to test ride it myself👏🏻

  • @AnCuth123
    @AnCuth123 Před 4 lety

    Informative and entertaining. Thank you for that. Keep up the great videos.

  • @Milen4u
    @Milen4u Před 4 lety +2

    Greetings from Bulgaria! Good review, fun and informative at the same time! Good idea about including the night ride. It confirms my decision of not specking my bike with the cornering lights.

  • @lesleyleeuwerink3298
    @lesleyleeuwerink3298 Před 4 lety

    Great review, with the usual humor. Keep it up!

  • @strokenumber3
    @strokenumber3 Před 4 lety

    Excellent review , great format .

  • @raulciska7503
    @raulciska7503 Před 4 lety

    Heck of a great review . . . well done!

  • @jamesklauzner6938
    @jamesklauzner6938 Před 4 lety +2

    Very much enjoyed your unbiased review of the 900XR. It would be really interesting to see a review of the Tracer GT since these two bikes seem to be targeting the same market segment.

  • @AnkushSharma-is9fb
    @AnkushSharma-is9fb Před 4 lety +2

    Better review than most of channels out there 👌🏻👍🏻

  • @ronaldwhite5670
    @ronaldwhite5670 Před 4 lety

    Good review thank you

  • @stelianmihailescu3537
    @stelianmihailescu3537 Před 4 lety +1

    Great review !

  • @lyndon2634
    @lyndon2634 Před 4 lety

    Some crazy camera angles going on there ... great review 👍🏼

  • @arabianjules
    @arabianjules Před 4 lety

    Oh man what a funny great review loved it, riding one this morning :) been looking forward to it, this could be the bike to replace my 02 VFR!...a bigger screen is available ;)

  • @jsprite123
    @jsprite123 Před 4 lety +1

    Nice review! I haven't ridden the new F900s, but I have sat on them on a BMW dealership. Both bikes felt top-heavy, compared to the S1000RR, S1000R, and R1250R.

  • @IdealBike
    @IdealBike Před 4 lety +2

    Nice review, you've pointed out exactly what a buyer needs to know before he decides to buy it. Greetings!

  • @kevinarmstrongyoutube
    @kevinarmstrongyoutube Před 4 lety

    I like bigger hooter. Torque is king. The keyless ride and the TFT is civilized. I now have another use for cruise. Itch itch. Great review.

  • @36moto
    @36moto Před 4 lety +1

    Really enjoyed this review ‘ I’ve ridden one recently and loved it but I agree with the size thing, it’s a bit toy like for a taller rider... 👍

  • @asrisani4470
    @asrisani4470 Před 4 lety

    Hi, Great info, anyway can u share about tiger 900 pro review. Much appreciated to hear from u . Cheers

  • @cpuuk
    @cpuuk Před 4 lety

    A real review- thanks.

  • @bogdanpopescu7417
    @bogdanpopescu7417 Před 4 lety

    Salut,urmaresc de mult canalul,nu m-as fi gandit ca sunteti din Romania. Tineti-o tot asa! 👍

  • @skandix
    @skandix Před 4 lety

    Good review!

  • @pistolpete6321
    @pistolpete6321 Před 4 lety +2

    Great review! I’ve never actually seen a road paved by babies but I’ll keep looking!

  • @rrdk77
    @rrdk77 Před 3 lety

    Really cool review

  • @johnrocker2986
    @johnrocker2986 Před 2 lety

    Good stuff love humour!

  • @scottlucas4408
    @scottlucas4408 Před 4 lety

    From another Scott L i look forward to a Friday night to see what you have posted. Keep up the great work

    • @LongWayHome
      @LongWayHome  Před 4 lety +1

      My schedule's been hectic for the past couple of weeks. Still trying to get 3 videos per week out, but you're getting something tonight :D

  • @piersdenney
    @piersdenney Před 4 lety

    Best review of the F900XR I've seen...

  • @thekellgrenadventure7772

    Great job, Dude!

  • @marcgardner9865
    @marcgardner9865 Před 4 lety

    Awesome review my friend.

  • @bradleyalexander5821
    @bradleyalexander5821 Před 4 lety +5

    “Captain America” reviews a sport touring BMW, now that’s big news indeed. 👍🏼 😎 🇺🇸 🌎

  • @alanottley
    @alanottley Před 4 lety

    Able to get out and ride finally? Great review!

  • @brucekendall52
    @brucekendall52 Před 4 lety +1

    I suspect this model is going to be a sales success for BMW.Thks.

  • @uncleroach
    @uncleroach Před 4 lety +23

    closed track and kilometers per day - awsome

  • @moody9931
    @moody9931 Před 4 lety +3

    You make some pretty damn good content. Just found your channel but definitely worth a sub.
    Don't think BMW are actually selling this as an off roader. You can have an adventure on tarmac too 🤣

  • @Maximus77s
    @Maximus77s Před 3 lety

    First of all like your review's, Thanks for that.
    We would really like to see a comparison head to head between the XR900, The new Tracer mt 09 and the Ducati Multistrada 950S.
    That would be something to see..

  • @sickunit2096
    @sickunit2096 Před 4 lety

    Nice review 👍🏼

  • @adhisankar8586
    @adhisankar8586 Před 3 lety

    Very useful review.

  • @XLAdvRider
    @XLAdvRider Před 4 lety +1

    I never accepted the "adventure" modifier on the first XR nor this one (like you) either. Adventure to me means: dirt-ability (no), wind protection (no), gear capacity (maybe), fuel range (no). As a sports tourer looks like a lot of fun but like you also, wouldn't buy with my own money. Great review.

  • @cengizkurban
    @cengizkurban Před 3 lety +1

    Beautiful motorbike. Easy to ride and very efficient. Stick on the roads and country side.

  • @norlinger
    @norlinger Před 2 lety

    Thanks for your test - lots of useful information.
    Have you tried the bike with a top difusor in the windscreen.?
    Can you please inform what holder system you have for your iphone.

  • @jaywhoisit4863
    @jaywhoisit4863 Před 4 lety

    So now that you’re at 20k subs, companies are lending you their bikes. Great work bro. I was with you at 2k subs. From 🇰🇪

    • @LongWayHome
      @LongWayHome  Před 4 lety +5

      Luv u Jay! BMW was kind enough to give me bikes pretty much from the beginning, but I really didn’t have the time. The 900XR video was about 40 hours of work compared to the 6 hours of a normal episode. This year however i’ve planned things so I can do a LOT more bike reviews.

  • @WildOn2sVlog
    @WildOn2sVlog Před 4 lety

    Nice review of the bike 🙏

  • @daniilrusanau5849
    @daniilrusanau5849 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for the review! Also, kudos for your good English! As a feedback, the background music was a bit distracting to me. Cheers!

  • @edsyphan3425
    @edsyphan3425 Před 3 lety

    Great job. Only question, you mentioned it was not for taller riders.
    What would you consider the upper limit?

  • @sathishrao7926
    @sathishrao7926 Před 4 lety +2

    A comparison with Tiger 900 GT is highly anticipated !

  • @manfredhettenkofer282
    @manfredhettenkofer282 Před 3 lety +2

    Great review and funny. Well done! Since I own a F900XR I'm biased, but I do agree with almost everything that has been said in this review. My height is 1.82m and yes, the footpegs are a little bit too high up also for my taste, considering that one needs a lot of lean angle in corners in order to scratch the asphalt. BMW could have lowered the pegs 1.5 - 2cm and it would have been fine. Other than that I added a riser to have a more upright riding position and to bring the handlebar closer to me. I also changed the sport windshield with a larger aftermarket windshield. Both changes are a must if you go on longer tours and freeways. I have done over 5k of miles on all types of roads on this bike and those two mods made a big improvment.
    My XR has all the electronics that are available for safety and convenience and I must say, I love it. That is also the reason that I choose the XR over the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT, which does not offer the same features the F900XR. There will be a situation where you will need a little help from the state-of-the-art safety features this bikes offers. Although Teh Tracer's engine is notably more responsive and sportier than the BMW's.

    • @diyeveryday67
      @diyeveryday67 Před rokem

      @manfredhettenkofer282 I also have a F900XF…what screen did you replace the sport screen with and do you like it? I am 1.78M.
      Thanks from the States!

  • @philmorrow2446
    @philmorrow2446 Před 4 lety

    Brilliant to see you out of the hutch! Nice bike but would I buy one! No. I'd buy a tenere and spend the difference on fuel etc. Good review bro.

  • @petroosabdollahian1648
    @petroosabdollahian1648 Před 3 lety +1

    nice video, is this motorcycle suitable for daily use? in city as highway and on weekend touring, what is your advice. when I choose between Yamaha Tracer 900 or BMW s1000XR model 2015?? anyway I enjoy these reviews

  • @marcoapdantasify
    @marcoapdantasify Před 3 lety +1

    Hi ! Thanks for the videos. Concerning ergonomics and a comfortable upright posture, what BMW bike would you recommend for a 1.84 kg 110kg guys ? Also, would the Yamaha 9GT be a best option? Thank you.

  • @trekkydelirium-vroom5821
    @trekkydelirium-vroom5821 Před 4 lety +1

    With scrambler tires like Pirelli MT60RS, the F900XR would be great on gravel & light dirt roads. If BMW reduce their price, i could be tempted to replace my CB500X next year. My budget is more limited because of Covid19, so maybe i will wait for the futur improved V-Strom 650/700 XT in 2021.

  • @sharagan
    @sharagan Před 2 lety +1

    Hello, if I may ask, what do you think about the ride comfort (suspension), wind protection and turning circle compared to a GS? Thanks in advance.

  • @alpergerson6951
    @alpergerson6951 Před 4 lety +1

    Can you compare 900XR with Triumph 900GT Pro. Sitting position, handling, accelaration and electronic and quickshifter? Thanks.

  • @dennisalon7868
    @dennisalon7868 Před 2 lety

    “…a lot of kilograms over normal.” 🤣🤣🤣 Hilarious! Great review.

  • @glennktm990
    @glennktm990 Před 4 lety +1

    Good audio while your riding in the video!

  • @MohithAB
    @MohithAB Před 4 lety +2

    Great review man. You should do motorcycle reviews more often. I would love to hear your observations about Yamaha T7 and KTM 390 ADV.

  • @vwryan78
    @vwryan78 Před 4 lety

    What phone mount are you using in the nav dock and does the charging work without any extra wiring? I've tried a few and so far none of them are charging like they should. Just picked up my F900XR last week and trying to sort this out.

  • @jacocoetzee1206
    @jacocoetzee1206 Před 2 lety

    Thanks

  • @ed.t.hansen6499
    @ed.t.hansen6499 Před rokem

    Touring option to get seat heights, option is not available in Thailand . I must buy the comfort seat

  • @MrAndrew1953
    @MrAndrew1953 Před 4 lety

    If it had shaft drive I'd be interested. I'm 5'8 ideal height or too tall. Can Dave handle chain to shaft drive conversions?

  • @TheWAP5
    @TheWAP5 Před 3 lety

    18L fuel tank would have been better. I hope BMW brings it out asap along with adjustable front forks.

  • @Bojanglesz89
    @Bojanglesz89 Před 3 lety

    I’m 1.95m (6 foot 5) with long legs. You say this is not a good bike for tall people, but I also heard the saddle comes in different heigths. If I get it at maximum height, would it be enough?

  • @454bard
    @454bard Před 2 lety

    That would be a great power plant for a GSA

  • @roythompson2632
    @roythompson2632 Před 4 lety

    Fuel economy.? Small tank worries me. Very hard seat too for more than short days journeys?

  • @ed.t.hansen6499
    @ed.t.hansen6499 Před rokem

    Yes hi seat ; and bars back for sure

  • @ntandel20
    @ntandel20 Před 4 lety +1

    How does it compare against Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro

  • @mineshallnotbeinfringed9676

    Lol all in his head. :) I LOVE it, thank you

  • @aloksunny13
    @aloksunny13 Před 3 lety

    Do you think tracer 900 would be more comfortable for taller riders?

  • @MrJohnnyorange
    @MrJohnnyorange Před 4 lety

    Which bike would you then recommend for tall guys?

  • @peterstimpfle9424
    @peterstimpfle9424 Před 4 lety

    Very interesting review and final words about would you buy one with your own money. In this regard I think it is over priced for what it is, compared to let's say the Yamaha Tracer.

    • @LongWayHome
      @LongWayHome  Před 4 lety

      You would be surprised. Will do a comparison with the Tracer 900

  • @joshnnik
    @joshnnik Před 4 lety

    Why do the XR graphics look more like X2 on the red version?

  • @MrRGM10
    @MrRGM10 Před 4 lety

    Now we need mts 950 comparison anyone would be kind to do it!

  • @AmorJenhani
    @AmorJenhani Před 4 lety

    What is white light blinking at the top of the screen on 0:50?

  • @trekkydelirium-vroom5821
    @trekkydelirium-vroom5821 Před 4 lety +2

    Its me or the exhaust pipes going out of engines of BMW F750GS, F850GS & F900XR are rusting so fast in just a few months!?!?

  • @ashleydsouza5663
    @ashleydsouza5663 Před 3 lety

    This is the perfect bike for India 😍

  • @timsollesse2956
    @timsollesse2956 Před 4 lety

    What about the luxury seat, is that higher?

  • @thumpersquid
    @thumpersquid Před 4 lety

    Was Dave your pillion rider? Didn't hear him complain about the seat at lease

  • @jameshart9734
    @jameshart9734 Před 3 lety

    Super test ride finally a man who speaks the truth not all the normal bullshit thank you

  • @benh4928
    @benh4928 Před 4 lety

    Non adjustable forks on a bike priced so high?

  • @anneakhil5331
    @anneakhil5331 Před 3 lety

    does it have wheelie control ???

  • @AnkushSharma-is9fb
    @AnkushSharma-is9fb Před 4 lety

    Pillion comforts, luggage, top box?

  • @xchalibur77
    @xchalibur77 Před 4 lety +1

    14:37 Imagine a pillion how cramped would be. It has max 20 cm in the back. We wouldn’t want to much comfort for the passenger.

  • @saddlesore_adventures
    @saddlesore_adventures Před 4 lety

    Looking at familiar places i visited suddenly i realized you are from Romania! lol.

  • @WirelessGriff
    @WirelessGriff Před 4 lety +1

    There was a couple of seconds image of the fuel filler cap (but sadly no mention). In our summary that the big is not quite large enough, I assume it’s dimensions are smaller than the 1000xr?

    • @LongWayHome
      @LongWayHome  Před 4 lety

      Hey Hugh. Of course. S1000XR for the big boys coming up next.

    • @WirelessGriff
      @WirelessGriff Před 4 lety

      Thanks. Great review btw, first Episode I have seen of yours outside the garage...!

    • @LongWayHome
      @LongWayHome  Před 4 lety

      Watch my Adventure playlist. It’s great.

  • @blazeoconnor9899
    @blazeoconnor9899 Před 4 lety

    I think adventure sport suit the motorcycle beacuse it has adventure motocycle ergonomics. Sport Touring i think is more like the kawasaki h2 sx beacuse it has sport motorcycle ergonomics.

  • @sv7017
    @sv7017 Před 4 lety

    Ok, so I finally could watch this review.
    What I don't understand is why you ask in a previous post for questions we have for this bike.
    None of this was included in the video.

    • @LongWayHome
      @LongWayHome  Před 4 lety

      Because I totally forgot about it....

    • @sv7017
      @sv7017 Před 4 lety

      @@LongWayHome At least honest and answered.

  • @ianesslemont5876
    @ianesslemont5876 Před 4 lety

    Great review but how many miles can you get out of a tank of petrol?

    • @tonyross5799
      @tonyross5799 Před 4 lety

      Ideal conditions (no head wind, light load, highway riding) 350 km (220 miles)

  • @suertedeti6404
    @suertedeti6404 Před 2 lety

    Good machine! Very very very small pillion . Thats why I prefered the ducati 950. And also for the engine. And the look. Brakes. Sound…

  • @doodle0007
    @doodle0007 Před 4 lety

    finally you left home..... :p btw I am 178 and I feel I am too short for this bike

  • @fernandohawk
    @fernandohawk Před 4 lety

    Is that the very same GPS adapter you had reviewed about a year ago? So long so good?

    • @LongWayHome
      @LongWayHome  Před 4 lety

      Yup. USB ports have started rusting away and not being reliable for about a month though.

    • @LongWayHome
      @LongWayHome  Před 4 lety

      Good spot!!

  • @lizzamaepanitan4626
    @lizzamaepanitan4626 Před 2 lety

    May I ask your profession, sir? Need it for educational purpose

  • @johnprice8625
    @johnprice8625 Před 4 lety

    I wanted to get into adventure riding what would you suggest the 390 KTM or the BMW 310

    • @matthewberry577
      @matthewberry577 Před 4 lety

      Have a look at the Honda CB500X.

    • @MrRGM10
      @MrRGM10 Před 4 lety

      Wait for the new 490 ktm

    • @toddmaki3098
      @toddmaki3098 Před 4 lety +1

      I have a 2018 G310GS and have put almost 30,000 miles on it so far. About 4 to 5k of that was off road / single track / fire roads in Calif, AZ, New Mexico, Texas, Utah and Tennessee. It has never failed me nor has it had any major problems. I replace my tires at just over 18,000 miles and I am just now changing my chain and sprockets, I have still not worn out my original brakes. I hit the red line on it daily and push it hard every day. Freeway it will handle 65 to 80 mph easily, and I have had it to a GPS speed of 98, 102 on the speedo. I traveled from Southern CA, to Memphis Tenn less than one month after I bought it, 4600 miles round trip with side trips here and there. It has never used a drop of oil and consistently get 59 to 62 MPG. my vote would be for the G310GS because you can get one now, brand new for $4700 and unlike every other MFG BMW gives a 3 year 36000 mile warranty.

  • @jobyEN
    @jobyEN Před 4 lety +5

    I think I'll choose V-Strom 1050 before this 900 XR...

  • @alithejumbo
    @alithejumbo Před 3 lety

    It doesn't look like there is much difference between this and the F900R in wind protection!