Great review. I've had 4 XR's and love them. The current one is 2 years old. Owned it from new done 28,000 miles, a lot of that with the wife on, she's 60 and I'm 66. We go on european tours and both find it brilliant. Ride it like a 600 and its very rewarding.
@@donnyazoff980 I had major issues with an oil leak on my 3rd one., BMW and my local dealer sorted it out . They even gave me a huge discount on the one I have now as compensation. No problems with my current one after 28000 miles in 2 years. Fantastic bike. That said I think BMW have good and bad bikes. I've had courtesy bikes that have been shite. All I would say is buy one of there specials, like a triple black. The finish is better.
Thanks for the video Tim. This is the bike that ended my MT10 adventure, and you are right its a near perfect all rounder. Took mine to france a couple months back and knew i had made the right decision within the first morning bombing down through the french twisties. Ride like a bell in mega comfort with plenty of luggage and still see 175+ miles range... witch craft.
Thanks for some great vids. Like I wrote Chopsy I just traded in my R1250RS for this bike but have 2 weeks before I pick it up. Your videos keep me going during the wait. Really nice trip you had on the M10 look forward to the next one Personally I can’t wait to take my new XR to Austria. Great roads and 100 kph on most roads 😀
Good review. (and not because you have done a good review of 'my bike') I have around 35,000 miles on series 1 XRs, and love just about everything about the bikes. Ain't perfect, but it is close.
Thanks Matt, I do really appreciate your support. Can't bloody wait to get to the alps in a few weeks - this tour will be a bit more bikey than war-ry. And probably more pizza-ey.
@@Fatcatztravel1250 I can't say for the new shift cam I4 that comes on the M models but the normal XR/R engines last a long time with proper maintenance.
I had one, I found all the power was in the top of the rev range which meant that you were hitting 80mph before the power band kicked in. This made it a not so perfect bike for the road. Sold it and bought something with less BHP and more torque.
Nope the reviewers say the new one is way better and they are like gods of all expertise (NOT) I bet the difference is so minimal. 5hp? could easily be a simple lie. HB vibrations might simply be heavier bar ends I BET the new one is heavier "bigger battery" bit idk
I own a 2021 XR and still love it, going on year 3 in August. Seat isn’t particularly comfortable but that’s about the only negative I can come up with. I usually ride at a moderate pace and easily get 210-220 miles on a full tank of fuel. Truly ticks all the boxes for me.
That's 90% of country roads where I am - you just need to be able to stop in half the space you can see to be clear. Learned that the hard way 12 years ago coming around a corner to a combine harvester parked in the road... I stopped in time but only just.
The seat is terrible so I fitted the Wunderlick and problem solved! These bikes are way better than the boxer range which feel pretty boring and tame in comparison.
I had the K1200s and 170bhp , fancied a change , but didn’t want chain ( I’m lazy and enjoy the shaft ) … certainly didn’t need the power so whilst I looked at the XR I eventually chose the RS and for me it was the wisest choice
Very good review but in reality the bikes suitability depends on the road conditions, Ie, a GS1300 would out perform the XR moderately easily when road conditions are a bit rougher or for touring. The XR though is realistically suited to mainly good road conditions thus would dominate most bikes there.
I have a gen2 Msport. If you’re a solo rider / tourer you need to at least try this beast. It’s so easy to ride easy and then there’s warp drive 😂 I’m 6’3 have an MRA screen on it and can ride at 70mph visor up and I have a little anti slip piece of rubber which I just set on the seat and put in my pocket when I get off. My riding has so improved since I got it and you don’t have to ride like an idiot to enjoy it.
Great to hear the truth about the “improved” seat. The gen 2 isn’t great either but after trying just about everything on the market the standard M seat plus a Cool Covers seat cover is surprisingly good enough for 3 hours for me, which is more than enough without a break. The annoying indicators can be slightly improved with Weiser Technik Wizards that plug straight in and turn off the rear light function when indicating. Having followed a GS with the same lights for a while they’re actually not as bad as they look. I could see the indicator quite clearly. Standard screen is terrible, MRA Vario with the extension gets rid of the buffeting. It’s personal preference but the XR always makes me feel special, it’s very tame and easy to ride in traffic in rain mode, but after 8k revs it’s ballistic. It’s a great bike but you need to like working the revs. Low end torque just isn’t there.
For a bike that might have miles put on it, I wish the reviewers would do more details on running and servicing costs, 0lus warranty etc. A bit more factual based, not just opinions.
In the US the warranty is unlimited miles for 36 months. You can purchase an additional 4years warranty for about $1000 usd. 7 years of unlimited mileage warranty for $1000 - Yes please!!
Hey, I had the 2022 XR in grey with matching luggage. Personally I thought it was flat typical of an inline 4 so switched to another GSA which is actually faster off the mark and lots more grunt. Does look nice though, msport 👌
Agree with comments about the seat, I was looking to buy one if they improved the seat but unfortunately, they didn't. Is it a tiny bit wider, yes, but painful to sit on for more than 10 minutes. Great bike, too bad
What a cracking review. I'm also a big lad (6'5") and I'm looking at swapping my S1000RR for this or the 1300GS. I basically want a bigger sports bike that I can do a tour on if I fancy. Is there anything else better than the XR??
@@Bigleefish I have just come from an RR to an XR. Very happy (except the seat). I looked at KTM but there are too many stories online about warranty issues and - more importantly - a lack of satisfactory dealer response to warranty issues for me to want to go the KTM route.
Added an XR to the garage this year alongside my 1250 GSA. Pretty much agree with everything you’ve said. If I’m crossing continents or anything off-road, I’d take the GS. But for everything else (including track use), the XR is the champ!
See that's what I was expecting Ben, but it felt just as buckety to me :( Your buttocks may vary! I've just bought my first mountain bike in 20 years and am rediscovering what proper seat pain is :D
Great bike. Still, my 1290 SAS trounces it in every aspect that matters to me. Biased owner opinion. I don't get why would someone compare it to 1250 GS. Too different.
I enjoyed the video well done. I'd be very disappointed to spend that much money and get that seat and those vibes. No such problems on my '98 VFR so I can't understand how BMW can get the little details like that so wrong
Rode a 23 and then a 24 back to back. Bought the 24. Seat is a way better. I rode for hours with no discomfort. It does push you forward a little. But it was no big deal for me. The bike is awesome. The power and handling is great. Overall a super fun “upright” sports bike. And much less money than a multistrada V4. Very happy with my choice. Nice review.
While working at a bmw dealership, I test rode every single bike out there for several years while saving up and deciding what to buy. Settled for a used 2016 xr. From carving the canyons in Southern California to cross country touring, it’s the perfect sport touring bike.
Great review! I tested a month ago a Tracer 9 GT+, a 1300 GS and a S1000XR : all three the same day, from the same dealer. Spent about 2 hours with each, including a little run with the wife behind. Ended up ordering the XR (all packages, including the M as yours). Please ask question if any 😊
Ah that's interesting! Mine was a press bike - I don't own it. Lots of people are comparing this and the Tracer… I'd find it hard to choose (power vs comfort for me)
My wife opinion: - tracer is the less « pretty », and not as powerfull as the others. Confort was ok. - GS is the most confortable, but seat heating is useless. - XR is the most appealing, but the less confortable as a passenger. But as my previous bike was a Aprilia RSV4, the XR is still verrrry confortable 😂 For me : - tracer was good. Great price/value. But for me you buy a bike cause you love it, not just like it… - GS, did not enjoy the engine : sound, vibrations at low RPM… - XR, loved all 😅 I almost chose the Tracer
The Tuono motor is far more engaging, more powerful, faster and the Tuono handles better. Oh and it sounds the best. The XR is more comfy and roomy. I went for the Tuono and have never regretted it.
I am 5’10” with 32” inseam and find the bike a perfect height, just on balls of my feet if I need 2 feet sown(rarely). Buy the bike, you will love it! I have riden previous generations with factory lowering kit, just not the same. Good luck!!
I have a 10 SP like yours which I use for weekend blasts, some track time, and long distance touring. Is a very good bike and I am happy with it. I have it now for 7 happy years. But for some reason I feel the urge to get some new sorry l sport touring bike ( S or M-XR, 25 SDK GT, MTS PP) mainly to add two up touring capability. And I am so confused and nothing I test ride seems to be up to fun of the 10-SP. Your thoughts? Please
I have three bikes, and RT 1250 R, an S 1000 R and Ducati Diavel V4, and this was going to be for sure my next purchase but the raising of the seat and the inability to lower it with the end package has cost BMW my purchase, and I would suspect, quite a few other peoples.
I have one of these...love it, mines 2018. Sorry to say but bike are starting to be a rip off with the cost. Let's face it, its a bike full of plastic. We'll I can't afford one and a few years ago I would buy a new bike every three years and there must be loads of people like me.
With the same engine, same 17” wheels, and same equipment (heated dynamic cruise shift damping control pro fandango) coming as standard on a S1000R, why not just plump for one of them and bang a back box on it? The lack of a screen is probably a positive given your comments about the taller screens on the XR’s (which I also agree with), and you’d save yourself thousands of deutsche marks
My son owns a Gen 1 XR, and I have a MT. I like the MT for its hoonability and mid range grunt, but the XR is way better for longer rides. And the GS is better again. Horses for courses!
I'd echo what Malcolm's said! I've not toured on my MT yet (will be doing so in a few weeks), but it's not going to be the most comfy bike. But I think the engine and grunt will make me love it once I'm in the alps.
Having said that, I should clarify mine isn’t a SP, so the very firm ride is tiring on a long backroads run so Tim yours will be better there. And I have a slightly higher screen etc, but that does not a touring bike make. But on a good smooth fast twist road, there’s nothing better as it’s way smaller and more nimble than the XR. I imagine you’ll love it in the alps!
My bike there ☝️ it’s a brilliant bike like you said it’s sporty , it’s comfortable practical and you can put your vape in the cubbyhole! What more could you ask for? 👍🏾
I have a 1250gs but was thinking of the 1300 -but this seems like it might be in the running -I do like low down torque -how does the S1000xr compare ?
Very nice indeed albeit at that price I’d like a full front mudguard to keep all the crud and stones etc. from ruining/damaging the engine and rads etc. 👍
Not a conventional comparison, bear with me- BMW XR1000 or Suzuki Hayabusa? Both sport touring beasts with a different approach my thoughts: Looks- Busa Engine- Busa Reliability- Suzuki Electronics- fair fight but most go to the XR Position Comfort- XR Seat comfort- Busa Price- Busa What do you think?
When i sold my 2016 XR, which i absolutely loved, and bought a GSA1250 was only due to the new XRs terrible seat! We like touring, so GSA it was. I still miss the XR. I cannot understand how that seat was approved by the factory test riders, considering its a complaint from almost all XR rider's! Not sure if i will keep the GS, and do not like the styling of the GS1300. So, want XR performance and handling with a comfortable seat. Mmmm.... Really enjoy your humour!
@Pccart1121 The first XR model seat was perfect. When I wanted to buy the new model, it had the terrible seat. I did not want to pay out an extra R6000 to get a custom seat which might not have made it that much more comfortable due to the seat area design. Love tge 24 XR it might tempt me if I can do a long seat test ride as we enjoy touring.
I owned a 22 plate from new in april 22 to sept 22 traded it fir my gsa rallye all i can say is its a deeply flawed bike. No shift cam so gutless low down rider pegs in the way of legs when staionary. Very top heavy and vibey
Regarding the slippery seat it might be down to the riding jeans you wear. I had the same problem with my 2022 XR and swapped the standard seat for the supposedly non-slip M Sport seat. Still have the same problem but only when wearing jeans and not with other gear (textiles etc). Anyway, great review with the usual dry humour. Also in my opinion the vibes are a non existent problem and short screens are always the way to go 👍
Thanks for the kind words! Yeah I was thinking I should've been riding with my textile trousers on because they have a grippy leather arse patch. But I don't slide around on many other bikes in my jeans...
Yeah, perhaps it's that the S1000XR's midrange is smoother whereas the MT10 has some peak in it (emissions…) which send the front wheel skywards every now and then
@@timrodierides I agree. THE MT had huge rush above 7500 rpm but below that I was disappointed over time. I think this XR is stronger everywhere above 4000 rpm. The MT maybe has a little more torque at the bottom of the rpm range. All in all the new XR engine is just sublime! I wasn't considering an XR from my experience with he Gen1 and older Gen 2 XR, but I freelance for our local BMW dealer and ride all BMW models all the time. He gave me a new XR for a day and I bought it there and then. Simply amazing.
I resubsidized ..I’m sorta wondering how or where you can use these bikes now ..I can’t see the enjoyment in these machines on public roads .. 2 gears and your done basically
Great review, I have an s1000r and it’s blistering fast, I suppose this bike has the same engine with more wind protection and comfort win win 👊
Great review. I've had 4 XR's and love them. The current one is 2 years old. Owned it from new done 28,000 miles, a lot of that with the wife on, she's 60 and I'm 66. We go on european tours and both find it brilliant. Ride it like a 600 and its very rewarding.
Duncan I am considering an S1000XR and would like to know what sort of reliability issues with the 4 you have owned?
@@donnyazoff980 I had major issues with an oil leak on my 3rd one., BMW and my local dealer sorted it out . They even gave me a huge discount on the one I have now as compensation. No problems with my current one after 28000 miles in 2 years. Fantastic bike. That said I think BMW have good and bad bikes. I've had courtesy bikes that have been shite. All I would say is buy one of there specials, like a triple black. The finish is better.
Thanks for the video Tim. This is the bike that ended my MT10 adventure, and you are right its a near perfect all rounder. Took mine to france a couple months back and knew i had made the right decision within the first morning bombing down through the french twisties. Ride like a bell in mega comfort with plenty of luggage and still see 175+ miles range... witch craft.
Thanks for some great vids. Like I wrote Chopsy I just traded in my R1250RS for this bike but have 2 weeks before I pick it up. Your videos keep me going during the wait.
Really nice trip you had on the M10 look forward to the next one
Personally I can’t wait to take my new XR to Austria. Great roads and 100 kph on most roads 😀
I traded my R1200RS for my 2023 S1000XR. Love it!
Still stick to my gs1250 it’s more versatile
Good review. (and not because you have done a good review of 'my bike') I have around 35,000 miles on series 1 XRs, and love just about everything about the bikes. Ain't perfect, but it is close.
Hey Tim, ol chap, I have not unsubscribed.i love BMW! Hope you still get fed!😎😉😊
Thank you Ben! No one’s unsubscribing, just unsubsidising!
@@timrodierides 😂 collected my 24 XR TE, 3 weeks ago, in black! Very naughty..love it.
It’s got a nice pull on the motorway but also it has everything you need cc heated grips , screen , it’s comfortable, fast fun 🎉it’s a brilliant bike
Agreed!
@@dannykhoury85 and if you want a 125cc scooter for in traffic at low speeds just use Rain mode it’s fantastic
I’m really looking forward to your touring vids Tim. Keep up the good work 👍🏻
Thanks Matt, I do really appreciate your support. Can't bloody wait to get to the alps in a few weeks - this tour will be a bit more bikey than war-ry. And probably more pizza-ey.
@@timrodierides superb. It’s all good. I’m off to the picos in June, and I can’t wait for that.
I have a XR gen 1 and still absolutely love it. Test rode the new gs1300 the other days and still preferred the XR.
How durable are the XR Motors once it's clocking high mileage without potential engine issues as it's a high reving motor?
@@Fatcatztravel1250 I can't say for the new shift cam I4 that comes on the M models but the normal XR/R engines last a long time with proper maintenance.
I had one, I found all the power was in the top of the rev range which meant that you were hitting 80mph before the power band kicked in. This made it a not so perfect bike for the road. Sold it and bought something with less BHP and more torque.
What did you buy , out of curiosity
I love my 23XR. It's flashed and has aftermarket headers whixh transforms the bike completely. Its a proper animal now.
Nope the reviewers say the new one is way better and they are like gods of all expertise (NOT) I bet the difference is so minimal. 5hp? could easily be a simple lie. HB vibrations might simply be heavier bar ends I BET the new one is heavier "bigger battery" bit idk
Great review 👍🏻. This or multistrada V4S ( lightly used for price parity maybe)
I own a 2021 XR and still love it, going on year 3 in August. Seat isn’t particularly comfortable but that’s about the only negative I can come up with. I usually ride at a moderate pace and easily get 210-220 miles on a full tank of fuel. Truly ticks all the boxes for me.
Must be absolutly terrifying riding on thoose narrow almost no through corners visabillity! 😮😮😮
That's 90% of country roads where I am - you just need to be able to stop in half the space you can see to be clear. Learned that the hard way 12 years ago coming around a corner to a combine harvester parked in the road... I stopped in time but only just.
Nice review and nearly ordered- but went for Multistrada V4S - very happy with my choice 😊
Thank you! The Multi V4 is such an amazing bike too. Enjoy it when it comes and don't look at the fuel consumption (says the MT-10 owner)
The seat is terrible so I fitted the Wunderlick and problem solved! These bikes are way better than the boxer range which feel pretty boring and tame in comparison.
I had the K1200s and 170bhp , fancied a change , but didn’t want chain ( I’m lazy and enjoy the shaft ) … certainly didn’t need the power so whilst I looked at the XR I eventually chose the RS and for me it was the wisest choice
Very good review but in reality the bikes suitability depends on the road conditions, Ie, a GS1300 would out perform the XR moderately easily when road conditions are a bit rougher or for touring. The XR though is realistically suited to mainly good road conditions thus would dominate most bikes there.
The seat feels like sitting on flat board. I rode one of these and couldn’t imagine spending all day on it.
I have a gen2 Msport. If you’re a solo rider / tourer you need to at least try this beast. It’s so easy to ride easy and then there’s warp drive 😂 I’m 6’3 have an MRA screen on it and can ride at 70mph visor up and I have a little anti slip piece of rubber which I just set on the seat and put in my pocket when I get off. My riding has so improved since I got it and you don’t have to ride like an idiot to enjoy it.
Great to hear the truth about the “improved” seat. The gen 2 isn’t great either but after trying just about everything on the market the standard M seat plus a Cool Covers seat cover is surprisingly good enough for 3 hours for me, which is more than enough without a break. The annoying indicators can be slightly improved with Weiser Technik Wizards that plug straight in and turn off the rear light function when indicating. Having followed a GS with the same lights for a while they’re actually not as bad as they look. I could see the indicator quite clearly. Standard screen is terrible, MRA Vario with the extension gets rid of the buffeting. It’s personal preference but the XR always makes me feel special, it’s very tame and easy to ride in traffic in rain mode, but after 8k revs it’s ballistic. It’s a great bike but you need to like working the revs. Low end torque just isn’t there.
For a bike that might have miles put on it, I wish the reviewers would do more details on running and servicing costs, 0lus warranty etc. A bit more factual based, not just opinions.
In the US the warranty is unlimited miles for 36 months. You can purchase an additional 4years warranty for about $1000 usd. 7 years of unlimited mileage warranty for $1000 - Yes please!!
Very close to ordering one. Got a test ride booked next week.
Top video mate.❤
Thank you! Hope you enjoy the test ride
Hey, I had the 2022 XR in grey with matching luggage. Personally I thought it was flat typical of an inline 4 so switched to another GSA which is actually faster off the mark and lots more grunt. Does look nice though, msport 👌
I agree. I feel they need a lower-power version of the 200hp shiftcam engine just to give you some more torque lower down
@@timrodierides The M1000 XR !!! Next review please Tim 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👊🏽
You got a Thumbs up just for the Intro😂
@@MrCod16 thanks! Being sensible is overrated
Agree with comments about the seat, I was looking to buy one if they improved the seat but unfortunately, they didn't. Is it a tiny bit wider, yes, but painful to sit on for more than 10 minutes. Great bike, too bad
Wow loved this review Tim!
Aww thanks hon! x
What a cracking review. I'm also a big lad (6'5") and I'm looking at swapping my S1000RR for this or the 1300GS. I basically want a bigger sports bike that I can do a tour on if I fancy. Is there anything else better than the XR??
KTM SuperAdventure S feels naughtier than the XR. 19” front wheel though. Maybe a Superduke GT?
@@timrodierides I'll get a look at these too thanks! Keep up the great reviews
@@Bigleefish I have just come from an RR to an XR. Very happy (except the seat). I looked at KTM but there are too many stories online about warranty issues and - more importantly - a lack of satisfactory dealer response to warranty issues for me to want to go the KTM route.
They did some changes, but now it is even more expensive. :) Great bike overall. Cheers bro.
Added an XR to the garage this year alongside my 1250 GSA. Pretty much agree with everything you’ve said. If I’m crossing continents or anything off-road, I’d take the GS. But for everything else (including track use), the XR is the champ!
i like to have one of these bikes !!
if i have it , im getting lot of money after selling it !!!
Cheers from Greece man !
high seat fixes sliding into tank
How do you mean? Do they balance out/raise the front section ?
@@egbk2069 high seat raises front section
I have 18 plate xr, dont see need to part with it, not to keen new futuristic info loaded tft screen either
Great video! Would your MT10 accelerate quicker from stand still than the XR?
I've never liked the S1000xxr "bucket".seat. can't believe BMW get the seat wrong...😔
The 24 does not have the bucket seat, any more. It’s gone.
See that's what I was expecting Ben, but it felt just as buckety to me :( Your buttocks may vary! I've just bought my first mountain bike in 20 years and am rediscovering what proper seat pain is :D
@@timrodierides agreed my arse appears to be made of granite! But I’d did compare a 23 bike,the bucket edges have definitely reclined!
Great bike. Still, my 1290 SAS trounces it in every aspect that matters to me. Biased owner opinion. I don't get why would someone compare it to 1250 GS. Too different.
The seat is fine, it's just not touring one, but sporty. You just need tank grips with anti - slide texture to hold it tight.
Nice bs absent review as always Tim, love it.
I sat on a couple of XR's & the seats were terrible. They push you forward into the tank & crushes your nuts. Terrible!
That's wot I said innit! It's odd no one at BMW notices during development
Riding a 2022 XR and its the best sports crazy touring bike on the road.
hey Tim, I lovescribed to you hahahahaha
Hahaha thanks love
Test rode one for a day, XR even now still has horrible hand numbing vibrations …why BMW can’t fix this is crazy.
That's what I was afraid of. My Multistrada has none
@@BIGGGESTAL Have a 24 MS V4S and it vibrates also.....
@@stocks7765
Mine doesnt
I enjoyed the video well done.
I'd be very disappointed to spend that much money and get that seat and those vibes. No such problems on my '98 VFR so I can't understand how BMW can get the little details like that so wrong
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Thank you!
What happened to the TE pack. Everything extra in one good value bundle.
My only concern is the seat - will I be uncomfortable after 90 mins
At least you can stand up to stretch unlike cruisers and sport bikes.
In India the pricing is as Follows
On - Road After TAX💵💸
S 1000 XR PRO : 29,000 pounds☹️
M 1000 XR : 51,000 pounds💀
Rode a 23 and then a 24 back to back. Bought the 24. Seat is a way better. I rode for hours with no discomfort. It does push you forward a little. But it was no big deal for me. The bike is awesome.
The power and handling is great. Overall a super fun “upright” sports bike. And much less money than a multistrada V4. Very happy with my choice. Nice review.
Thank you! Wishing you many happy miles and no speeding tickets together :)
While working at a bmw dealership, I test rode every single bike out there for several years while saving up and deciding what to buy. Settled for a used 2016 xr.
From carving the canyons in Southern California to cross country touring, it’s the perfect sport touring bike.
I will get the new Hayabusa instead…
Thought u might off mentioned the big ktm, maybe another run on the ktm 2c if u miss it 🤔 lol
Great review!
I tested a month ago a Tracer 9 GT+, a 1300 GS and a S1000XR : all three the same day, from the same dealer.
Spent about 2 hours with each, including a little run with the wife behind.
Ended up ordering the XR (all packages, including the M as yours).
Please ask question if any 😊
Ah that's interesting! Mine was a press bike - I don't own it. Lots of people are comparing this and the Tracer… I'd find it hard to choose (power vs comfort for me)
My wife opinion:
- tracer is the less « pretty », and not as powerfull as the others. Confort was ok.
- GS is the most confortable, but seat heating is useless.
- XR is the most appealing, but the less confortable as a passenger. But as my previous bike was a Aprilia RSV4, the XR is still verrrry confortable 😂
For me :
- tracer was good. Great price/value. But for me you buy a bike cause you love it, not just like it…
- GS, did not enjoy the engine : sound, vibrations at low RPM…
- XR, loved all 😅
I almost chose the Tracer
Makes my Gen1 S1000R seem cheap and a bang for buk. Has all that and wasn't like buying a KTM and having yo add all the stuff on lol.
I'm trying to decide between the basemodel tuono or this. the Tuono is far cheaper and was heading that way but after this video I'm not sure...
The Tuono motor is far more engaging, more powerful, faster and the Tuono handles better. Oh and it sounds the best. The XR is more comfy and roomy. I went for the Tuono and have never regretted it.
I tested the BMW M1000XR yesterday awesome bike.. But i am 5-9 i would like to lower it 2 inches or more do you know lowering options on this model ?
I am 5’10” with 32” inseam and find the bike a perfect height, just on balls of my feet if I need 2 feet sown(rarely).
Buy the bike, you will love it! I have riden previous generations with factory lowering kit, just not the same.
Good luck!!
I ridden the s1000xr maybe more than 10k KM for test purposes. Its one of the perfect bikes that money can ever buy.
Yes, but you're also incredibly handsome ;)
@@timrodierides SLAYYYYYYY 💅💅💅
I have a 10 SP like yours which I use for weekend blasts, some track time, and long distance touring. Is a very good bike and I am happy with it. I have it now for 7 happy years. But for some reason I feel the urge to get some new sorry l sport touring bike ( S or M-XR, 25 SDK GT, MTS PP) mainly to add two up touring capability.
And I am so confused and nothing I test ride seems to be up to fun of the 10-SP.
Your thoughts? Please
I have three bikes, and RT 1250 R, an S 1000 R and Ducati Diavel V4, and this was going to be for sure my next purchase but the raising of the seat and the inability to lower it with the end package has cost BMW my purchase, and I would suspect, quite a few other peoples.
I have one of these...love it, mines 2018.
Sorry to say but bike are starting to be a rip off with the cost. Let's face it, its a bike full of plastic. We'll I can't afford one and a few years ago I would buy a new bike every three years and there must be loads of people like me.
nice bike, if only they'd sort out the potholes...
I wish it was 17000 euros here like we pay 23000 xD
If not boxer engine it’s not BMW
What a silly comment!
With the same engine, same 17” wheels, and same equipment (heated dynamic cruise shift damping control pro fandango) coming as standard on a S1000R, why not just plump for one of them and bang a back box on it? The lack of a screen is probably a positive given your comments about the taller screens on the XR’s (which I also agree with), and you’d save yourself thousands of deutsche marks
Just get the TE.
£18k ish, M sport just gets you an iffy paint job and less comfy seat.
If only Cardiff bmw hadn't closed down 😭
Would this bike replace my 2014 S1000R and 2014 R1200GS? I'm looking for a general purpose bike that's semi-comfy.
This or MT10 SP as an all rounder including some solo touring?? Thanks Tim!
My son owns a Gen 1 XR, and I have a MT. I like the MT for its hoonability and mid range grunt, but the XR is way better for longer rides. And the GS is better again. Horses for courses!
I'd echo what Malcolm's said! I've not toured on my MT yet (will be doing so in a few weeks), but it's not going to be the most comfy bike. But I think the engine and grunt will make me love it once I'm in the alps.
Having said that, I should clarify mine isn’t a SP, so the very firm ride is tiring on a long backroads run so Tim yours will be better there. And I have a slightly higher screen etc, but that does not a touring bike make. But on a good smooth fast twist road, there’s nothing better as it’s way smaller and more nimble than the XR. I imagine you’ll love it in the alps!
My bike there ☝️ it’s a brilliant bike like you said it’s sporty , it’s comfortable practical and you can put your vape in the cubbyhole! What more could you ask for? 👍🏾
I have a 1250gs but was thinking of the 1300 -but this seems like it might be in the running -I do like low down torque -how does the S1000xr compare ?
Costa molto meno da voi, in Italia 19.950 euro
Seems a vlogger can’t post a vid of any bike without someone saying my gs is better
You rode the multi v4? If so this or that
Im interested to know if you prefer your MT-10 AP or this S 1000 XR??
Best bike in that category is triumph tiger 1050 sport
Easily
Cannot believe you have over 19.3 thousand subscribers.
Very nice indeed albeit at that price I’d like a full front mudguard to keep all the crud and stones etc. from ruining/damaging the engine and rads etc. 👍
Would you recommend the GSXS1000GX?
Hey! I've not ridden it yet, I'm a bit behind on my Suzukis at the moment...
What about vibration? It's the reason I sold mine. Unbearable
Just done a 890 mile day on mine, found it absolutely spot on to come back from the Alps to Devon in one hit.
Great bike absolutely love it
This bike or mt10?
Wanted to know the same
perfect and expensive.
3:17 Like your mom. Lol
So which is the higher performing bike? The xr or the s1000rr?
WANT. Need to sell my house first though. 😟
Extreme Reinigungsmittel? Really ? That’s not exactly funny. Plump . And GT means gute Technik 😂
I wasn't trying to be funny, that's what it stands for
Not a conventional comparison, bear with me-
BMW XR1000 or Suzuki Hayabusa?
Both sport touring beasts with a different approach
my thoughts:
Looks- Busa
Engine- Busa
Reliability- Suzuki
Electronics- fair fight but most go to the XR
Position Comfort- XR
Seat comfort- Busa
Price- Busa
What do you think?
I agree with you - I think the handling would go to the BMW. I'd find it hard to choose though...
XR over busa in all categories except:
Engine
The Suzuki engine is Buttery smooth.
Rather get a suzuki it will still run in 5 to 10 years time
If it were the M, I'd say yeah, it's probably the top trump, but until that happens, the 1290SDGT is better. And when the 1390 drops....
I get an annoying buzz in the footpegs at freeway speed.
A SDGT will be close
As I understand, the navigation system on all BMWs with the TFT screen is to put it nicely, a challenge to use. Your thoughts?
I find it one of the easiest to use!
Lol, have you tried a KTM?
@@trendingtopicresearch9440 yeah I used to own one
What would you rate a better road bike comfort and living with, this or pikes peak multi?
I've not ridden the PP Multi sadly
When i sold my 2016 XR, which i absolutely loved, and bought a GSA1250 was only due to the new XRs terrible seat!
We like touring, so GSA it was.
I still miss the XR. I cannot understand how that seat was approved by the factory test riders, considering its a complaint from almost all XR rider's! Not sure if i will keep the GS, and do not like the styling of the GS1300. So, want XR performance and handling with a comfortable seat. Mmmm....
Really enjoy your humour!
Could you not just buy an aftermarket seat?
@Pccart1121 The first XR model seat was perfect. When I wanted to buy the new model, it had the terrible seat. I did not want to pay out an extra R6000 to get a custom seat which might not have made it that much more comfortable due to the seat area design. Love tge 24 XR it might tempt me if I can do a long seat test ride as we enjoy touring.
I owned a 22 plate from new in april 22 to sept 22 traded it fir my gsa rallye all i can say is its a deeply flawed bike. No shift cam so gutless low down rider pegs in the way of legs when staionary. Very top heavy and vibey
Regarding the slippery seat it might be down to the riding jeans you wear. I had the same problem with my 2022 XR and swapped the standard seat for the supposedly non-slip M Sport seat. Still have the same problem but only when wearing jeans and not with other gear (textiles etc).
Anyway, great review with the usual dry humour. Also in my opinion the vibes are a non existent problem and short screens are always the way to go 👍
Thanks for the kind words! Yeah I was thinking I should've been riding with my textile trousers on because they have a grippy leather arse patch. But I don't slide around on many other bikes in my jeans...
Interesting! I had a 2023 MT10 and now this 24 S1000XR. It’s feel this bike has more mid range than the MT which disappointed me in that department
Yeah, perhaps it's that the S1000XR's midrange is smoother whereas the MT10 has some peak in it (emissions…) which send the front wheel skywards every now and then
@@timrodierides I agree. THE MT had huge rush above 7500 rpm but below that I was disappointed over time. I think this XR is stronger everywhere above 4000 rpm. The MT maybe has a little more torque at the bottom of the rpm range. All in all the new XR engine is just sublime! I wasn't considering an XR from my experience with he Gen1 and older Gen 2 XR, but I freelance for our local BMW dealer and ride all BMW models all the time. He gave me a new XR for a day and I bought it there and then. Simply amazing.
I resubsidized ..I’m sorta wondering how or where you can use these bikes now ..I can’t see the enjoyment in these machines on public roads .. 2 gears and your done basically
You have to know some quiet roads and have a fairly sizeable risk appetite...
Looking forward to the history tours. Last years in the Vosges was great.
What a fantastic looking bike 👌great review
Fantastic review ♥♥♥ "Mein Hintern tut weh" or "Mein Popo schmerzt" 😂😂😂😂