Bought a m1000r competition back July absolutely love it fitted a end can just so it pops and bangs find it a bit of a firmer ride than my old s1000r and it’s not overly comfortable but I didn’t buy it for touring. I can nearly get as much satisfaction sat looking at it it’s a good looking bike (I think so anyway) fitted a small screen to it today but storm babet as put paid to testing it to see if it directs a bit of the wind over my head. People complain about it been keyless but I have fitted a quarter turn fuel cap so I put the key in a zip pocket and forget it so I find it fine. Is it too powerful for what we need of course it is but so what it’s nice to know it’s there, is it expensive Yes! but if it’s what you want and can afford it and it makes you happy there’s the answer.
I’m willing to buy it. Do you believe your bike gets too hot? What about vibration? I own a Ducati monster 937 and it get really hot really fast and vibrates a lot, so I don’t want to make the same “mistake” again
First experience of keyless and after listening to others trash it I thought I wasn’t going to get on with it, how wrong I was, now I have fitted the quarter turn fuel cap I love it, I put the key in my jacket pocket zip it up before I leave the house and forget it, the bike is quite buzzy but no worse than the S1000 I owned and I wouldn’t say it runs over hot .
@@BikeLikeMike92 Haha I have been but the brake was very complicated so it’s taking it’s time to heal the doctor said it could take a year I basically crushed my leg had I really bad accident
The M1000r competition starts at £25000 ish but you can put a lot more into them you fancy a full titanium exhaust and what have you.. well worth it though best bike on the market.. love it!!
My brain tells me BMW, but my heart tells me Ducati. I’ve always been a heart kinda guy. Otherwise you’ll regret not getting the bike you really wanted, even if it’s not the practical choice. Ducati
New sub 👍🏾like the review 👊🏽 I had the Triumph Speed triple 1200Rs 180 bhp , and I just gave it back , amazing bike but totally useless for me , 2nd gear it’s already at 60 mph , I’ve got the S1000 XR and it’s less power but much better for every day use 🎉😂
@@BikeLikeMike92 mmmm I wouldn’t call it “ great” it’s just like the S1000 , nothing exciting but it’s a good alrounder , the M1000XR will be good though 👍🏾✔️
@@Cartsp70what would you call special? Geeze carbon everywhere 438lbs 210hp loaded with the latest technology heated grips cruise control up/down QSftr extremely fantastic brakes if not the best on the market Great looking…, yeah I agree with you it’s nothing special :).., that’s why it’s sitting in my garage Greetings from Texas :)
That model is £25000 , the white one is £20000 , the Zh2 is £17495 but for me I think I’m gonna get the Street Triple Rs 765 because I rode one and I thought to myself “ yup this is enough bike for me “ 130 hp is enough
I'm riding a Tuono V4 Factioy from 2017 and looking for a new Power Naked. Recently I've teste a Streetfighter V4S and was disappointed from the torque in mid rev range and lower gears. How does the BMW compare in first gear at 30mph / 50km/h?
Well, you’re on a bike which already has a very strong mid range… and the V4s although more power I think makes similar torque to the Tuono. The BMW has less torque, but peaks up high. I found the M1000r plenty torquey but it’s mid is probably not far from your current bike. I found it mental up high… as you can probs tell 😂. The valve tech in the beemer is miles away from the s1000r. Best advice would be to try it too… see what you think. You can’t really go wrong if they are the two bikes you’re looking at.
BMW lost me when you mentioned the vibes. I test-rode an S1000RR probably ten years ago, and although I felt like an absolute king on it, I was: i. surprised by the bar vibes, and: ii. knackered because-of it. For me, if there's one reason to choose a 4-cylinder bike over a twin, it's to ride something that'll be smoother when you're just pootling along. I appreciate that it's essentially a racing engine here, but I'd have thought BM could have refined it by now given that most of their bikes with this engine will be ridden on the road. By the way, I'm not touring or doing any long distances, and I only tend to go riding for an hour-or-so, but still, I want to enjoy the experience and not feel apprehensive about even going out because the bike is too much hassle (like the 'snarling dog' Superduke R that I subsequently tried definitely was). I wonder how I'd find an R1250 R instead...?
1250r would probably suit you if you’re after that comfort with some punch. I don’t think the m is a snarling dog, I think it’s pretty good and easy when riding slow - it can be a real Cerberus though if you want it to be.
@@BikeLikeMike92 Thanks for the input. The only thing against the 1250R is that it's not exactly light and I'm quite small, but I am interested because I remember thinking about the S1000RR that things happened almost quicker than I could think. I shouldn't have mentioned the M/ S1000 in the same sentence as the old Superduke really (I knew within a minute that it was horrendous in terms of power delivery and just couldn't do slow or smooth), but you mentioning vibes on the M does surprise me. I say that because I seem to remember that the generation of S1000RR that I rode had some kind-of weird engine imbalance thing going-on, where numerous owners claimed that the bike would drift towards the left, and I'm here to try and find-out if an updated engine and chassis fixed all that. Ultimately, I'm probably getting too old for these 200bhp 4's if I'm honest, but I still like the idea for thrills!
It has way less acceleration down low. It is less exciting than the sfv4s. But it is a great bike. Easier de live with. I changed the sfv4s by the s1000rr new generation. I really love it. Even if it is not as fast
If you find your speed rapid, then the M1000r is going to be mental for you. The dealer did say to me that the s1000r seems to be the choice of many who think 200bhp naked bikes are just a little too much and why BMW may have kept it in the line up. Which I completely understand, especially on the road. It’s honestly nuts. Give both a try would be my suggestion. Both great bikes.
Test rode one this week whilst my gsa was in for service. What a machine plush in comparison to my speed triple although probably not a fair comparison. Suspension was excellent I even thought at one point this could be my only bike but my wife may disagree. Smooth engine with power throughout the rev range. Gear box with the quick shifter was as plush as you like. I’m on the hunt for one now 👌
Fins... "apparently they do something"... on the street not so much... but on the plus side they look gre... um.. co... well... alri... hmmm... well they definitely look like fins.
H2 SX is a heavy bike. can really feel it when trying till stop or slow for corners. I had mine flashed an its a brilliant Tourer. endless amounts of power. Ended up buying one of these M1000R last month can't wait till try it out..
@@Cartsp70 I know this is an old comment, but the SX is the tourer version of the bike. There's also the Z-H2, which is the naked sportbike version, and of course the normal H2 Supersport (or H2-R for the track). SE is just a designation they use for a certain spec on all of those above versions as far as I know, meaning which options it's equipped
I have had a BMW car that was the same in terms of just begging you to go faster, it just wanted it and the faster you went the better it got. Now, I am disciplined so it became a case of what the hell am I doing with this thing? The M2 had to go. RT rider, far more sane and licence preserving.
Each to there own, I think they look great and make it stand out from the crowd. Nice when you look down and see them, Makes you know you're riding something special.
Ride one if you haven’t already I used to own a brand new MT10 but the MR Competition package is not only a stunning bike but savage as well when you want it to be:) I think you will love it -go for a test drive and see for yourself have a great day and ride safe
Bought a m1000r competition back July absolutely love it fitted a end can just so it pops and bangs find it a bit of a firmer ride than my old s1000r and it’s not overly comfortable but I didn’t buy it for touring. I can nearly get as much satisfaction sat looking at it it’s a good looking bike (I think so anyway) fitted a small screen to it today but storm babet as put paid to testing it to see if it directs a bit of the wind over my head. People complain about it been keyless but I have fitted a quarter turn fuel cap so I put the key in a zip pocket and forget it so I find it fine. Is it too powerful for what we need of course it is but so what it’s nice to know it’s there, is it expensive Yes! but if it’s what you want and can afford it and it makes you happy there’s the answer.
Nice to hear you’re enjoying it! It’s one of the best bikes on the market imo. Great choice
What one can say about the keyless feature? I believe this is not a down side in any matter right? I’m curious
I’m willing to buy it. Do you believe your bike gets too hot? What about vibration? I own a Ducati monster 937 and it get really hot really fast and vibrates a lot, so I don’t want to make the same “mistake” again
First experience of keyless and after listening to others trash it I thought I wasn’t going to get on with it, how wrong I was, now I have fitted the quarter turn fuel cap I love it, I put the key in my jacket pocket zip it up before I leave the house and forget it, the bike is quite buzzy but no worse than the S1000 I owned and I wouldn’t say it runs over hot .
Which fuel cap did you purchase, please?
Such a nice bike and a excellent video you deserve a lot more subscribers, keeping me excited for getting back on a bike when my leg decides to fix 😂
Haha cheers man. I try! Keep up with the vitamins and you’ll be back in no time 😅
@@BikeLikeMike92 Haha I have been but the brake was very complicated so it’s taking it’s time to heal the doctor said it could take a year I basically crushed my leg had I really bad accident
At least you still have it! Best of luck getting back to full send mode ✊🏼
The M1000r competition starts at £25000 ish but you can put a lot more into them you fancy a full titanium exhaust and what have you.. well worth it though best bike on the market.. love it!!
Made me chuckle when you opened that throttle 😂
It was definitely an experience 😂
I'm extatic with my mt10 but this is beautiful man
Totally agree!
Use the Direct Throttle setting and see how you think then if it compares to the top V4's.
B.L.Mike, would you rather have this bike or the ducati streetfighter as your everyday bike?
My brain tells me BMW, but my heart tells me Ducati. I’ve always been a heart kinda guy. Otherwise you’ll regret not getting the bike you really wanted, even if it’s not the practical choice. Ducati
@@BikeLikeMike92 yeah agree :)
New sub 👍🏾like the review 👊🏽 I had the Triumph Speed triple 1200Rs 180 bhp , and I just gave it back , amazing bike but totally useless for me , 2nd gear it’s already at 60 mph , I’ve got the S1000 XR and it’s less power but much better for every day use 🎉😂
Thanks very much 🙌🏼 I’ve heard the S1000XR is a great bike! Might be reviewing one next year so will look forward to that!
@@BikeLikeMike92 mmmm I wouldn’t call it “ great” it’s just like the S1000 , nothing exciting but it’s a good alrounder , the M1000XR will be good though 👍🏾✔️
@@Cartsp70what would you call special? Geeze carbon everywhere 438lbs 210hp loaded with the latest technology heated grips cruise control up/down QSftr extremely fantastic brakes if not the best on the market Great looking…, yeah I agree with you it’s nothing special :).., that’s why it’s sitting in my garage
Greetings from Texas :)
It cost 75k in my hometown, not including COE, which is going to cost you another 10k. Love the bike so much.
Your enthusiasm has sold me. I’ve just started looking for one 😂
Awesome! Good luck, you will be the enthusiastic one soon! 😅
@@BikeLikeMike92just buy one!! 😂
That model is £25000 , the white one is £20000 , the Zh2 is £17495 but for me I think I’m gonna get the Street Triple Rs 765 because I rode one and I thought to myself “ yup this is enough bike for me “ 130 hp is enough
43000 canadian... damn!!!
Bargain right!? 😅
I'm riding a Tuono V4 Factioy from 2017 and looking for a new Power Naked.
Recently I've teste a Streetfighter V4S and was disappointed from the torque in mid rev range and lower gears.
How does the BMW compare in first gear at 30mph / 50km/h?
Well, you’re on a bike which already has a very strong mid range… and the V4s although more power I think makes similar torque to the Tuono. The BMW has less torque, but peaks up high. I found the M1000r plenty torquey but it’s mid is probably not far from your current bike. I found it mental up high… as you can probs tell 😂. The valve tech in the beemer is miles away from the s1000r. Best advice would be to try it too… see what you think. You can’t really go wrong if they are the two bikes you’re looking at.
@BikeLikeMike92 I've heard that the power is cut down in the lower gears on the V4S and from my riding experience it seams true.
Try the SDR 💪🏼
@daveo9844 I've heard the SDR runs not so smooth in low rev range.
It's already kind of annoying on my Tuono V4 to drive in lower rpm.
@@ronnyweinreich Gen 3 is pretty good but nothing like an in-line 4 for smoothness down low.
Are the bar vibes bad
They are the price for “slightly insane”
BMW lost me when you mentioned the vibes. I test-rode an S1000RR probably ten years ago, and although I felt like an absolute king on it, I was: i. surprised by the bar vibes, and: ii. knackered because-of it. For me, if there's one reason to choose a 4-cylinder bike over a twin, it's to ride something that'll be smoother when you're just pootling along. I appreciate that it's essentially a racing engine here, but I'd have thought BM could have refined it by now given that most of their bikes with this engine will be ridden on the road. By the way, I'm not touring or doing any long distances, and I only tend to go riding for an hour-or-so, but still, I want to enjoy the experience and not feel apprehensive about even going out because the bike is too much hassle (like the 'snarling dog' Superduke R that I subsequently tried definitely was). I wonder how I'd find an R1250 R instead...?
1250r would probably suit you if you’re after that comfort with some punch. I don’t think the m is a snarling dog, I think it’s pretty good and easy when riding slow - it can be a real Cerberus though if you want it to be.
@@BikeLikeMike92 Thanks for the input. The only thing against the 1250R is that it's not exactly light and I'm quite small, but I am interested because I remember thinking about the S1000RR that things happened almost quicker than I could think. I shouldn't have mentioned the M/ S1000 in the same sentence as the old Superduke really (I knew within a minute that it was horrendous in terms of power delivery and just couldn't do slow or smooth), but you mentioning vibes on the M does surprise me. I say that because I seem to remember that the generation of S1000RR that I rode had some kind-of weird engine imbalance thing going-on, where numerous owners claimed that the bike would drift towards the left, and I'm here to try and find-out if an updated engine and chassis fixed all that. Ultimately, I'm probably getting too old for these 200bhp 4's if I'm honest, but I still like the idea for thrills!
It has way less acceleration down low. It is less exciting than the sfv4s. But it is a great bike. Easier de live with. I changed the sfv4s by the s1000rr new generation. I really love it. Even if it is not as fast
A weapon it is is it to much though my speed triple is 130 ish hp and that’s rapid. I’m looking at the s1000r.
If you find your speed rapid, then the M1000r is going to be mental for you. The dealer did say to me that the s1000r seems to be the choice of many who think 200bhp naked bikes are just a little too much and why BMW may have kept it in the line up. Which I completely understand, especially on the road. It’s honestly nuts. Give both a try would be my suggestion. Both great bikes.
You won’t be disappointed with the S1000r I had a gen one and I loved it, and the latest S1000r’s are even better 👍
Test rode one this week whilst my gsa was in for service. What a machine plush in comparison to my speed triple although probably not a fair comparison. Suspension was excellent I even thought at one point this could be my only bike but my wife may disagree. Smooth engine with power throughout the rev range. Gear box with the quick shifter was as plush as you like. I’m on the hunt for one now 👌
I guess 210 ponies just can’t be boring eh 🤙
One of few standard firing inline 4 bikes which got me this excited 🤯
wtf are those fins about?
😂 check out the latest bikes! We gotta learn to like them I think
I subbed 🎉
Most naked hyper bike look like angry birds in one form or another from the front. Im glad this doesn’t look like one.
😂 pretty true!
Fins... "apparently they do something"...
on the street not so much... but on the plus side they look gre... um.. co... well... alri... hmmm... well they definitely look like fins.
I’m thinking to get the Kawasaki H2 SE next 😂 200 bhp with supercharger……Should be fun 🤩 👋🏽
heavy af
@@Supernova12034 have you ridden one ? I’ve only sat on one in the showroom it felt ok tbh but need to ride one on the road
H2 SX is a heavy bike. can really feel it when trying till stop or slow for corners. I had mine flashed an its a brilliant Tourer. endless amounts of power. Ended up buying one of these M1000R last month can't wait till try it out..
@@stephenscott6320 oh no I meant the SE H2 not the tourer
@@Cartsp70 I know this is an old comment, but the SX is the tourer version of the bike. There's also the Z-H2, which is the naked sportbike version, and of course the normal H2 Supersport (or H2-R for the track). SE is just a designation they use for a certain spec on all of those above versions as far as I know, meaning which options it's equipped
Don't be shy...tell us how you REALLY feel...😂
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he was caught up in the "testetingle" moment. ;-). The top of the rev range (over 9000 or so) makes that motor go 100% insane.
I think the H2 is much faster than this but it’s 240kg , I wonder which bike is better the BMW or the H2 Kawasaki 🤷🏾
@@Cartsp70 bmw is wayyyyy better than
I have had a BMW car that was the same in terms of just begging you to go faster, it just wanted it and the faster you went the better it got.
Now, I am disciplined so it became a case of what the hell am I doing with this thing? The M2 had to go.
RT rider, far more sane and licence preserving.
“The only thing stopping me….”. A wife, kid and three other bikes. Oh yeah, and price! But otherwise. 👍🤪🏳️🌈
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Coppers will be stopping you too 😅
Absolutely 😂
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Number are massive in the uk wtf ruins the bike
Wings look ridiculous 🙈
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I agree. I think they make the bikes look worse. Useful on track perhaps! But who’s to moan, its not my bike after all ✌️
Each to there own, I think they look great and make it stand out from the crowd. Nice when you look down and see them, Makes you know you're riding something special.
its not all about speed m1000r is a fast bike but not as fun as mt10.
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Ride one if you haven’t already I used to own a brand new MT10 but the MR Competition package is not only a stunning bike but savage as well when you want it to be:)
I think you will love it -go for a test drive and see for yourself have a great day and ride safe