2025 BMW F 900 XR First Look [11 Fast Facts]

January 1, 2025

This is the year for the BMW F 900 XR to get updated to Euro 5+ emission standards. While we have our own EPA standards, we’re still along for the ride. BMW used the occasion as an opportunity to refresh the adventure-style sport-tourer. With that in mind, let’s see what’s new about the 2025 BMW F 900 XR.

In addition to retuning the DOHC parallel twin to meet the requirements of European bureaucrats, BMW added a little something for riders. The 2025 BMW F 900 XR has changed the programming on the Dynamic mode for a more aggressive throttle response, while also making Dynamic mode standard.

BMW’s cornering-aware traction control is standard on the new F 900 XR. To prevent the tires from skidding on deceleration, electronically controlled engine compression braking works with the clutch’s slipper function. Cornering-aware ABS returns.

The new inverted fork is fully adjustable. That includes damping in both directions, along with spring preload.

New wheels save about four pounds. The five-spoke wheels are cast aluminum.

The 2025 BMW F 900 XR’s new battery is almost two pounds lighter than the previous unit. Also, a USB-C charging port is standard and placed on the right side of the fairing.

Touring riders will be happy to hear the fairing is getting some assistance. A new windshield is claimed to increase rider comfort at speed by reducing buffeting. The height of the windscreen is adjustable by hand.

Handguards and heated grips are now standard. These are features that touring riders will appreciate.

The 2025 BMW F 900 XR gets an adaptive headlight. This will benefit riders who venture out after dark.

The rear of the XR has been narrowed. The LED turn singles are better integrated.

There are significant options available from BMW. You can get an Akrapovič muffler (2.6 pounds lighter), a 1.2-inch taller windshield, a one-inch higher seat, milled footpegs, a chin spoiler, a passenger seat cover for solo riders, plus lockable soft and hard side cases.

The 2025 BMW F 900 XR has three color options. Racing Red is standard. The Triple Black version of the bike is Blackstorm Metallic (+$275), while the Sport edition is Lightwhite with Racingblue Metallic (+$375) and the chin fairing is standard. The base price of the new XR is $11,995.

We previously tested the BMW F 900 XR.

2025 BMW F 900 XR Specs

ENGINE

Type: Parallel twin w/ 270-/450-degree firing order
Displacement: 895cc
Bore x stroke: 86 x 77mm
Maximum power: 105 horsepower @ 8500 rpm
Maximum torque: 69 ft-lbs @ 6750 rpm
Maximum speed: 124+ mph
Compression ratio: 13.1:1
Valvetrain: DOHC; 4vpc
Transmission: 6-speed
Clutch: Wet multiplate w/ slipper function
Final drive: O-ring chain

CHASSIS

Frame: Street bridge w/ load-bearing engine
Front suspension; travel: Fully adjustable inverted 43mm fork; 6.7 inches
Rear suspension: travel: Spring-preload and rebound-damping adjustable shock (semi-active optional); 6.8 inches
Wheels: Die-cast aluminum
Front wheel: 17 x 3.5
Rear wheel: 17 x 5.5
Tires:
Front tire: 120/70 x 17
Rear tire: 180/55 x 17
Front brakes: 320mm floating discs w/ radially mounted Brembo 4-piston calipers
Rear brake: 265mm disc w/ single-piston floating caliper
ABS: BMW Motorrad ABS Pro