BMW M 1000 RR 2021 vs. Ducati 959 Panigale Corse 2019

BMW M 1000 RR 2021

Ducati 959 Panigale Corse 2019

Overview - BMW M 1000 RR 2021 vs Ducati 959 Panigale Corse 2019

BMW M 1000 RR 2021

Ducati 959 Panigale Corse 2019

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Technical Specifications BMW M 1000 RR 2021 compared to Ducati 959 Panigale Corse 2019

BMW M 1000 RR 2021

Ducati 959 Panigale Corse 2019

BMW M 1000 RR 2021

Ducati 959 Panigale Corse 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	80 mm	Bore	100 mm
Stroke	Stroke	49.7 mm	Stroke	60.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	212 HP	Engine power	150 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	14,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	113 Nm	Torque	102 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	11,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	9,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.5	Compression Ratio	12.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	Desmodromic
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	999 ccm	Displacement	955 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	45 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	120 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	117 mm	Travel	130 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Monocoque
Rake	Rake	66.4 degree	Rake	66 degree
Trail	Trail	99.8 mm	Trail	96 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	220 mm	Diameter	245 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	200 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,073 mm	Length	2,056 mm
Height	Height	1,197 mm	Height	1,115 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,457 mm	Wheelbase	1,431 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	832 mm	Seat Height	830 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	170 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	173.5 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	192 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	197.5 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW M 1000 RR 2021

The price of the M1000RR is only shocking at first glance. In the saddle, you are more shocked by the power and braking performance. The machine is a fully tuned racing bike straight from the BMW factory. Those who don't like to screw but still like to race will be happy with it. A noble and practical superbike!

Smooth overall package

strong brakes

precise chassis

noble details are a joy to behold in the paddock

great responsiveness

rev-happy engine

great torque curve

harmonious transition from load to push mode

Price package not customer-friendly but sales-friendly

footrests could do with more grip on the track

higher and harder seat option desirable