BMW F 900 XR 2021 vs. BMW F 900 R 2021

The BMW F 900 XR 2021 and the BMW F 900 R 2021 are both sport touring motorcycles with similar technical specifications. They both have an in-line engine with 105 HP and 92 Nm of torque. The fuel system is injection and the transmission is chain. They have 2 cylinders and a 4-stroke engine. The cooling system is liquid and the displacement is 895 ccm.

In terms of suspension, the BMW F 900 XR has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with a travel of 170 mm, while the BMW F 900 R has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with a travel of 135 mm. Both bikes have a swing arm rear suspension with a monoshock and adjustable preload and rebound. The travel for the BMW F 900 XR is 172 mm, while for the BMW F 900 R it is 142 mm.

BMW F 900 XR 2021

The chassis for both bikes is made of steel and has a twin tube, load-bearing engine frame type. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 320 mm and four pistons. The technology used is radial. Both bikes have advanced rider assistance systems including ABS, anti-slipping control, and riding modes.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the front tire width is 120 mm and the diameter is 17 inches for both bikes. The rear tire width is 180 mm and the diameter is 17 inches as well. The wheelbase is 1518 mm and the seat height is 815 mm for both bikes. The kerb weight with ABS is 211 kg for both bikes. However, the fuel tank capacity differs, with the BMW F 900 XR having a capacity of 15.5 l and the BMW F 900 R having a capacity of 13 l.

In terms of equipment, both bikes have LED headlights and a TFT display. The BMW F 900 XR also has an adjustable windscreen.

BMW F 900 R 2021

The strengths of the BMW F 900 XR include clean engine response, easy handling, stable ride feel, great connectivity, high lean angle clearance, well-tuned ABS, and easy maneuverability. It also has a cool look and a great display. The strengths of the BMW F 900 R include a great cockpit and functional connectivity, logical operation of extensive electronics, accessible and casual handling, and a wide choice of equipment and configuration options. It also has a pleasant seating position and a suspension that allows for a wide range of use.

The weaknesses of the BMW F 900 XR include a hard seat, a somewhat doughy gearbox including a tough quickshifter, and an engine that could do with more power. The weaknesses of the BMW F 900 R include a stiff gearstick with and without a quickshifter, an engine that runs a little rough and lacks elegance at the top, and a poor splash guard at the rear.