2016 BMW S 1000 RR | Motorcycle Buyer’s Guide

BMW may have left World Superbike factory competition, but that hasn’t stopped the Germans from keeping the S 1000 RR track-competitive.
The latest RR is just one-horse shy of the 200-horsepower mark, and the torque sits at 83 ft/lbs. Not stopping there, the 2016 RR has a lightweight chassis, short wheelbase, and steep rake, plus a full suite of electronic assistance.
The RR features Dynamic Damping Control suspension, which was previously an ex-works option for the ultra high-performance HP4. BMW offers factory accessories to increase its track worthiness.
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2016 BMW S 1000 RR Specs:
ENGINE
- Type: Liquid-cooled, DOHC, inline-4
- Lubrication: Wet sump
- Bore x stroke: 80 x 49.7mm
- Displacement: 999cc
- Maximum power: 199 horsepower @ 13,500 rpm
- Maximum torque: 68 ft/lbs @ 9250 rpm
- Compression ratio: 12.0:1
- Engine management: Electronic fuel injection w/ ride-by-wire and knock sensor
- Emissions control: Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converters, EU-3 norm, and interference pipe and acoustic valves
PERFORMANCE
- Maximum speed: 125+ mph
- Fuel consumption: 41 mpg at a constant 55 mph
- Fuel: Premium
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Alternator: 3-phase, 350 watts
- Battery: 12 V / 9 Ah, maintenance-free
TRANSMISSION
- Clutch: Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated
- Gearbox: Constant mesh 6-speed
- Drive: Chain
CHASSIS
- Frame: Aluminum bridge-type w/ load-bearing engine
- Suspension System: Electronically controlled
- Front: Inverted 46mm forks w/ rebound and compression damping adjustments; 4.7 inches of travel
- Rear: Aluminum swingarm, rebound damping adjustable; 4.7 inches of travel
WHEELS
- Type: Cast aluminum Rims
- Front: 3.5 x 17″
- Rear: 6.0 x 17″
- Front tire: 120/70 ZR 17
- Rear tire: 190/55 ZR 17
BRAKES
- Front: Dual floating 320mm discs w/ four-piston fixed calipers
- Rear: 220mm disc, with dual-piston floating caliper
- ABS: BMW Motorrad Race ABS (defeatable)
DIMENSIONS
- L x W x H: 80.8 x 32.5 x 44.9 inches
- Wheelbase: 56.6 inches
- Rake: 23.5°
- Trail: 3.9 inches
- Seat height: 32.1 inches
- Curb weight: 449 pounds
- Fuel capacity: 4.6 gallons
2016 BMW S 1000 RR Colors:
- Black Storm Metallic/Racing Red
- Black Storm Metallic
- Racing Red/Light White
- Lupin Blue Metallic/Racing Red/Light White
2016 BMW S 1000 RR Price:
- From $15,695