BMW S 1000 XR 2020 vs. BMW R 1250 R 2019

BMW S 1000 XR 2020

BMW S 1000 XR 2020

BMW R 1250 R 2019

BMW R 1250 R 2019

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Overview - BMW S 1000 XR 2020 vs BMW R 1250 R 2019

In terms of technical specifications, the BMW S 1000 XR 2020 is equipped with an in-line engine that produces 165 horsepower and 114 Nm of torque. It has a fuel injection system and a chain transmission. The bike has four cylinders and operates on a 4-stroke engine. The cooling system is liquid-based, and it has a displacement of 999cc. The front suspension consists of an upside-down telescopic fork with a travel distance of 150mm, while the rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel distance of 150mm. The suspension can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The frame is made of aluminum and has a twin tube design that is load-bearing. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 320mm and four pistons, utilizing radial technology. The bike is equipped with various advanced rider assistance systems, including electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. The front tire has a width of 120mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 190mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1552mm, and the seat height is 840mm. The bike has a kerb weight of 226kg and a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters.

On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 R 2019 is a naked bike that features a boxer engine producing 136 horsepower and 143 Nm of torque. It also has a fuel injection system and a prop shaft transmission. The bike operates on a 4-stroke engine with a displacement of 1254cc. The cooling system is a combination of liquid and air. The front suspension consists of an upside-down telescopic fork with a travel distance of 140mm, while the rear suspension is a single swing arm with a monoshock and a travel distance of 140mm. The rear suspension can be adjusted for preload and rebound. The frame is made of steel and is load-bearing. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 320mm and four pistons, utilizing radial technology. The bike is equipped with ABS, anti-slipping control, riding modes, and ride by wire as advanced rider assistance systems. The front tire has a width of 120mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 180mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1515mm, and the seat height is 820mm. The bike has a kerb weight of 239kg and a fuel tank capacity of 18 liters.

BMW S 1000 XR 2020

BMW S 1000 XR 2020

In terms of strengths, the BMW S 1000 XR 2020 offers a great connection and integration from mobile phone to vehicle, including good navigation software. It has a revving four-cylinder engine with a wide usable rev band and pleasant engine tuning. The riding modes allow for practical changes in response behavior. The electronic chassis with automatic detection of load condition ensures a well-balanced vehicle, even with a pillion passenger. The bike has good brakes and wind and weather protection. The windshield is adjustable with one hand, and it has a good quickshifter. Additionally, there is plenty of choice in terms of accessories.

On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 R 2019 boasts a powerful boxer engine with a good sound. It offers a comfortable seating position and comes with ABS and traction control as standard. The bike also features riding modes and has a sporty look.

However, the BMW S 1000 XR 2020 has a few weaknesses. The knee angle on long tours may be a bit narrow for tall people, and the suspension damping is not sensitive enough, making it difficult to achieve a truly comfortable setup.

BMW R 1250 R 2019

BMW R 1250 R 2019

Similarly, the BMW R 1250 R 2019 has its weaknesses, including a long surcharge list and no significant visual updates compared to previous models.

In conclusion, the BMW S 1000 XR 2020 and the BMW R 1250 R 2019 have their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The S 1000 XR offers a more advanced and versatile riding experience with its electronic chassis and advanced rider assistance systems. On the other hand, the R 1250 R provides a powerful and sporty ride with its boxer engine and standard ABS and traction control. Ultimately, the choice between the two models will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications BMW S 1000 XR 2020 compared to BMW R 1250 R 2019

BMW S 1000 XR 2020
BMW R 1250 R 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore80 mmBore102.5 mm
StrokeStroke49.7 mmStroke76 mm
Engine powerEngine power165 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque114 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio12.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid-air
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel150 mmTravel140 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel150 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engineFrame typeLoad-bearing engine
RakeRake65.1 degreeRake62.3 degree
TrailTrail116 mmTrail126.6 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter276 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsSuspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,333 mmLength2,165 mm
WidthWidth850 mmWidth880 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,552 mmWheelbase1,515 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)226 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)239 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW S 1000 XR 2020

BMW S 1000 XR 2020

The BMW S 1000 XR offers a pleasant touring bike on the basis of a super sports bike. Sounds like a compromise - but rides like a spot-on development. The motorbike is practical and mature. Wind and weather protection are very good, the integration from the mobile phone is world class and the engine is simply always a joy to ride. The chassis adapts well to the load condition, but it never becomes sensitive and really comfortable. The seat comfort is good, but the knee angle becomes a bit acute on long tours. Nevertheless, this is a great motorbike for sporty riding, but also for long distances.

Great connection and integration from mobile phone to vehicle - including good navigation software

great revving four-cylinder engine with a wide usable rev band

pleasant engine tuning

riding modes change response behaviour in a practical way

well-balanced vehicle - even with pillion passenger - thanks to electronic chassis with automatic detection of load condition

good brakes

good wind and weather protection

windshield adjustable with one hand

good quickshifter

plenty of choice in

Knee angle on long tours a bit narrow for tall people

suspension damping not sensitive enough - no really comfortable setup possible

BMW R 1250 R 2019

BMW R 1250 R 2019

What could be better than getting even more power and torque in an already powerful naked bike! The predecessor, the R 1200 R, with its 125 hp and Newton metres of torque, could already be ridden very sportily, but the enlarged R 1250 R, now with 136 hp and a massive 143 Newton metres, pushes the boxer power to its current peak. The special thing about the R 1250 R, as with its predecessor, is that thanks to the extensive range of accessories it can also convince on tours. The new engine with ShiftCam valve control is not only more powerful but also more refined. The chassis and brakes are also convincing, and the seating position is pleasantly upright, allowing a wide range of riding styles, from sporty push-off to long-distance touring.

powerful boxer engine

good sound

comfortable seating position

ABS and traction control standard

riding modes

sporty look

Long surcharge list

visually nothing new

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW S 1000 XR vs BMW R 1250 R

There are a few key differences between a BMW S 1000 XR 2020 and a BMW R 1250 R 2019. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW S 1000 XR 2020 is about 29% higher. Compared to BMW R 1250 R 2019 there are more BMW S 1000 XR 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 21 compared to 15. It takes less time to sell a BMW S 1000 XR with 68 days compared to 83 days for a BMW R 1250 R. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 40 reviews for the BMW S 1000 XR and 11 reviews for the BMW R 1250 R since model year 2019. The first review for the BMW S 1000 XR was published on 21/10/2014 and now has more than 16,000 views. This compares to more than 73,800 views for the first review on BMW R 1250 R published on 06/11/2018.

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