The NEW 2024 BMW M 1000 XR was officially launched this month and I was lucky to get a test ride to review this brand new M model. All I can say is that it is the most exhilarating machine that I have ever ridden, huge power even at low revs… Better than the Multistrada by a long way, it is the bike I have been waiting for, comfortable and ballisticly fast all in one.
Get yourself a test ride booked, call Sycamore Motorrad in Peterborough and don’t forget to tell them that Fen Tour sent you. (you then get a free cuppa, some biscuits and on a Saturday a bacon sarny!) https://www.bmw-motorrad.co.uk/sycamore-peterborough/en/home.html
00:00 Introduction
00:42 First impressions
01:34 What a beauty
02:04 Riding the B660
02:55 Other bikes to consider
04:38 How fast?
05:25 What a machine
06:22 No GS replacement
07:05 Rapid
07:59 Two finger braking
08:11 Calm down
08:25 Seat comfort
09:15 Anti Wheelie control
09:35 Rider modes
09:54 Cruise Control luxury
10:05 Screen options
10:36 Looking at the outside
12:23 Comfort and speed
15:11 Competition Pack
15:49 Carbon Wheels
16:23 Back on the road
17:17 Overtake
18:43 Corners
19:19 Going slow
19:39 More corners
21:06 Fast
21:47 Stop for coffee
22:09 Stealth
22:43 Luxurie
23:10 Conclusions
24:02 I have ordered one!
17 Comments
Hope your testicles survived
Hello,
I ride a 2019 model XR I bought new in mai 2020, on a daily basis, for over 254k kms a year in my commute around Brussles and Antwerp.
You catch it well when U say no other bike gives you so many smiles. On the other hand, you ride the bike like a GS, short shifting etc. I shift between 9 and 10 and cruise around 6000 rpm, so i have instant power when i need or would like it.
My XR totally changes caracter over 7500 rpm. So I would suggest trying again when it is unlocked. Sadly the MXR is not suitable for my needs , because no luggage and shorter end gearing, so I will have to settle for the 'normal' S1000XR, when time comes to trade in mine. (has 100k kms now)
I bet you was blown away with the price tag aswell!
I’m fortunate to own a GS Adventure and a S1000XR Msport. The XR is so so easy to ride and is just fun from start to finish. I’m 6’3 and have an MRA screen on it and the wind protection is better than on the GS. It has made me a better rider confirmed by my wife who rides pillion on the GS quite a bit. The handling on the XR is just so good. If you’re a solo rider I would highly recommend this bike as an all rounder 👍
It’s an expensive bike for a reason. You can tell by the component parts. Sadly some just can’t see it. It’s a cracking looking bike Fen. I am collecting my standard 24 XR on Friday!
Nice review cheers.👍🏻
Congratulations! If I had those roads, I'd take one for a test ride. But my Livewire One makes a better city weapon 🙂
Cracking review I watched it twice today, fun to see you having a laugh and it looks like an incredible bike. I'll be test riding a 1300 soon but i'll be keen to try one of these out for size. Out of my price range for now though 😉
Great video. Congratulations on the new purchase!
Was that bike still locked (hadn't had it's first service yet)? If so… You think that's fast? Just wait. When you get the first service and then unlock the full rev range, the power is just about doubled. That engine makes it's HP high in the rev range.
Put another way.. You ain't seen nothing yet.
I have the S1000XR, Akra full exhaust, Brentune Stage 2. This bike will still be faster, but it's hard to comprehend "faster". The bike is so fast it's mind melting on the streets. A second too long on the throttle and you're deep into "lose your license" territory. I love mine! Had it out this past weekend on the twisties, listen to that engine howl! 😉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWJeoeuSImo
Hi ya
Great vid but
How can you do a proper review of a new bike limited to 8000 rpm ?
I think you should ride a Ducati RS or Pikes Peak to realize a nice bike
I’ve watched this video three times now just to get a laugh because you just sum up how I feel every time I go out on mine. 😂 It’s just such a great bike and the basic S1000XR with full luggage , dynamic pack etc comes in at £20k for those that might think of trying an XR and comparing to a 1300.
Can’t wait to hear you Fen when you get the bike 👍
I've ordered one too! Apparently I'll get it mid-June. I love the look of the black, but not the extra £5,000 so I've gone for the white. May still spec the carbon wheels though as my RR had them and it was the best front end I've ever had on a bike.
Great review, Martin… great road to review this bike on too. Enjoy the bike when it arrives 🏍🤙🏻
Great video. Traded in my gs1250, got an early viewing on the last bank holiday. Done the deal on the spot. Delivered Wednesday white, carbon wheels.
Unbelievable machine, only done 120miles , still running in so much power. Not as comfy as the gs but so much better.
Is it possible so soften (or stiffen) the suspension in the various ride modes or are they all preset and locked? E.g. i can fully customise my Multistrada settings in each mode (e.g. touring mode suspension set to softest and soft, and sport to harder and hardest).
I do know a couple of the modes on the M1000XR the suspension will automatically adapt to conditions, but is there also the option for me to adjust it? Thanks!
Just watched your review as I own a modified gen 1 and having tried a gen 2 a while ago, was a bit disappointed, so stuck with my 2018 gen 1. However this bike is clearly a massive game changer. I saw one in Oundle a couple of weeks ago when I was test driving an old Jag so I stopped to take a few pics. I now realise it was you at Beans having a brew. Thanks for the insight and great review, I shall be off to Sycamores to book a test ride ASAP.