The All New BMW F900R | Naked Perfection??
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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- I've been lucky enough to be riding the all new BMW F900R for the week and am ready to tell you all about it!
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Great review. One of the best reviewers on here.
About time BMW started looking at transforming their moulds. This actually looks quite nice, I do like how they have developed it towards other manufacturers models, like honda, Kawasaki and Suzuki.
Tail tidy and a aftermarket exhaust and its a beauty
Plus some bar ends
@@KANISHK1222 QS,Öhlins... ? Better go with Triumph Street/Speed triple right away. :)
That lean angle gadget will end in tragedy!😂
Wow this bike came under the radar. I honestly didn't know that BMW had made this machine, obviously they want a piece of that middleweight naked market.
Anyone looking for a bike in that category are now spoilt for choice 🙂.
Loving these reviews Chops, great work buddy. 🙂👍
I think this and the XR are both really good looking bikes 😍
What would the verdict be KTM 790 duke or F900R?
Great job, as ever, Lamb Chop. I’m personally much more interested in the f900XR, and I wonder if you’ll get to do a review of that model as well. I know they share most equipment, but the XR seems like it’s still a fairly different riding experience from the R. I’ve watched many reviews from riders and journalists from around the world, but none of them seem interested (or allowed) to ride the bikes at a spirited pace, so I’m looking to you for that.
Smashie (TMF) then Nicey (LCR) bring out the same review over the weekend, good honest review Chops I like it. Could I get another bike in the garage??
That maybe the bike TMF will get AFTER you??!!
NB. Bought a Neo Sport CB1000 single R + on the strength of your review!
Thanks Ian, yes he beat me to it on this one haha
I'm 34, 6ft4", ~100kg and I got my full licence about 6 months ago. I'm still cruising around on my 390 Duke and I love it but I am window shopping for a bigger bike. I don't think I really need a bigger bike when I am commuting but when I am on the open road I feel a little bit like a gorilla on a tricycle. I used to do motorcross when I was in high school but I only have a couple of years of experience with road riding. I'm looking at bikes like the Duke 790/890 and MT09 but I recently stumbled across this bike, the F900R, and it caught my attention. The 890 and MT09 scare me a bit because they really seem like hooligans. The F900R seems a lot more civilised while still being able to have some fun. I think the F900R would be a lot better for longer distances, like if I wanted to go away for the weekend. It has cruise control, attachment points for panniers and I love that massive screen. Do you think this would be a slightly gentler step up from a 390 Duke or should I just get the 890 Duke R and be done with it? Another option would be the 790 Adventure but that is going into a whole new style of bike.
I think you should really test ride this bike as i feel for your height, the footpegs might make your legs feel cramped as i have heard this from only taller riders.
Otherwise this is the perfect All round bike i would go for but if not then definitely the ktm 990 duke. Anything else is not as good in technology, fit and finish and design. But the 990 duke is definitely more expensive. I would have also taken the suzuki gsx s1000 but its more expensive despite poor tech and a pretty old dash.
Other manufacturers: "We need to keep costs down, no cruise control, no heated grips, no TFT!"
BMW: "We need to keep costs down, we knows you buggers never adjust the front suspension anyway, we'll lose that and keep all the other goodies"
BMW think differently. Wish other manufacturers would take a lesson.
Great review, chops! I'd buy one!
Unless someone wants to live. If so, adjustable suspension is priority.
I would take adjustable suspension over those creature comforts any day
No one REALLY understands why they keep demanding TFT screens, other than they are addicted to phones. What about the future of TFT? Are they really that durable? Do they really seal out pouring rain, small hail, baking sun rays, extreme dust and grit, high winds as long as an electro-mechanical needle? Doubt it. Plus how long into the future before bikes become unserviceable by consumers? How long before they become a two wheeled sealed iPhone? I don't like the way things are going. For some dumb reason the riding community and journalism communities keep demanding all the tech.
It's about all reviewers talk about. Spend 10 minutes talking about all the tech bikes have, nevermind the riding experience. And don't say it'll never happen. Farmers can't fix their own tractors anymore. Even if they are in perfect mechanical running order, without a million dollar computer to connect to 1's and 0's, the computer won't allow the thing to run. "Contact the dealer/manufacturer". Fork over $$$$$$$$$.
I never understud how BMW could lounch creapy twin f800 engine
@@ailijase8 It's a derivision of the new 850cc engine, which as a 270° crankshaft (such as MT-07). But this is boosted to 895cc.
More screens on the bike plz.....
loooool
Call me a Luddite. Call me old fashioned. These electronics and TFT screens do my f###ing head in. Whatever happened to just getting on your bike and going for a ride. Revs. Yep. Speed. Yep. Charging, yep. Oil pressure. Sure. What more do you need. I'm so old i don't even like idiot lights.
And while you're looking down at that you ain't looking at the road or what's around you. Sort of misses the point of motorcycling for me.
Steve Inskip thats because you most likely only ride for fun. This is excellent for people who drive bikes on a daily commute. And who says you can’t just get on the bike and go? Maybe it’s too mush information for you idk
@@alexandrealmeida9499 I commuted for many years, not for the last couple, and on a commute in UK you need to be as, if not more aware, of what's around you. For me, I don't need to know the lean angle of my bike round the last roundabout or how many G I pulled on Station Approach in Derby. If you like all the extra info then great. Enjoy!
Beaten by TMF to review . Enjoyed yours more though 🤣🤣
Gary Taylor agree chops review is better. TMF every bike review is the same every one.
TMF is Mr sensible .. That don't believe in people who have bikes on finance or have PCP.. it never made sense to me the kind of people who go in to a main dealer and drop £20.000 on a new bike and then lose your own money the minute you ride out the dealer .. PCP s all the way for me ..
@@StevieGstar TMF put me off when he began asking for donations to support his UA-cam, when he already has a fleet of bikes and is clearly not struggling. Pure greed..
TMF = Yawn. Nice guy and all but his reviews often bore me there's no excitement like he's on the shitter going through the motions.
Same here too, I'm here after TMF. Enjoy both, but this guy is a bit more fun. TMF sounds more like a cricket commentary at Lords 😎
I’m torn between this and the MT-09
Can give an update in how the quickshifter works with six months worth of running under the belt.
It still sucks on the upshift unless you are absolutely hammering it.
Downshift is fantastic at any revs.
It's the best all round bike I've ever owned. Never fails to put a smile on my face because it just makes me feel like a much better rider than I probably am.
I'm not a fan of the way the TFT display looks from the front of the bike. It sticks up a little too high and out there for my liking
Jai eu la chance d'acheter cette superbe moto F900R je la présente en toute simplicité sur ma chaine
presentation F900R @UCXY7_rnmusqelCmLzkakjyQ/
V les motards
Very enjoyable review, thanks!
Lol „she sounds fruitey“ love ur review and this bike. Greetings from Germany
I believe they skimped by having the engine made in China, not necessarily a bad thing but I would buy an MT09.
I couldn't care less where the engine was made as long as it was manufactured up to the BMW standards. But I do realize that there are plenty racist out there who can't stand that it wasn't a white man putting his engine together (but they do like the lower price though) It's just sad and stupid.
@@Darkest_Soul_187 It ain't exactly a cheap bike, BMW are paying low assembly manufacture cost and charging a premium price.
The Wild One
Yeah, must be racism..... it can’t have anything to do with how notorious the Chinese are with producing things with substandard materials to pocket the extra ten cents per item every time the quality assurance guy from Europe/USA steps out of the production area to take a shit or have a smoke.... you’re an idiot!
@@Rick_Sanchez_C137_ and yet somehow 75% of shit that you (or should I say your mom) owns was probably made in China. Oh yeah, don't know where you live but here in Europe we also take shit sometimes, despite our high standars. You just crap your pants I assume to bring in that top quality huh?
@@Darkest_Soul_187 Come on... don't play the racism card, that's really stupid in this subject.
Great review... do u think this is a better bike then the Tracer GT? In your opinion. Thanks Chops
It somewhat reminds me of the 2019 Aprilia Shiver. A bike that got always bashed for being a tad heavy and where every reviewer was happy to ignore the adjustable suspension front and rear....
The BMW to me wants to be something like a monster or a Shiver, and it being new with more modern tech it might be good at it.... Although it doesn't sound as good compared to the two Italians....🙈
Alsow that app stuff.... Who actually needs that? It's a nice gimmic but I wouldn't be surprised if BMW charges extra for it... As Aprilia does with its Multimedia Integration......
It’s a 900 but a lot slower than the duke 790.
With absolute respect as genuinely respect your opinions, I cannot accept any comparison to any Japanese or European made equivalent as the F900R has a Chinese made engine. Only serious mileage will tell if they really are as well made.
That's what your dad said about Japanese bikes in the 1970's.
@@williambedell3470 My father, like me, was a prolific motorcycle collector up until his death 15 years ago. He bought just about all Japanese bikes over 250cc, triple two strokes and four strokes as they were imported to add to his UK, USA and European bikes as was so impressed with their engineering. I collected alongside him, now for 40+ years and think I know a little bit about them. I repeat, only time will tell if Chinese engines are OK, try stripping one down and then comment perhaps, I have.
I sat on one at the dealership yesterday and I noticed the pedals are mounted extremely high. It felt weird. MT09 sits better tbh. I would love to see a video comparing those 2.
Don't understand why people don't like the 800 which came before, if you use the gearbox it can be a very quick and entertaining ride.
I like my 800R, it’s quick enough for me and as you say using the gearbox properly, it can still entertain. I’ll try either this or the XR version on my next service, but can’t see me changing just yet.
Hi chops 🇦🇺👍 good review
Nice review - no room in my garage for this one as my Thruxton 1200 R ticks most of the boxes this one does and I think the motor has more character. BMW has more tech and probably a better traveler but I have a GS for that.
Great review, guess we need to be careful with all this tech that records everything.
No adjustability on front suspension? On a 2020 bike that’s nuts 🥜
It's defo built down to a price (which will annoy Suzuki) to beat Yamaha 900s. As such I think the Japanese will have to take a long look at their spec\ pricing model. BWM 900 Achilles heel is their tank size, still not sure why BMW made it so small 15L.
Mod the suspension and you have a pretty good bike!
When was the last time front suspension adjustment was needed at 7am on a shitty M25 Monday morning?
@@BN1960 When was the last time 99% of world motorcyclists rode the bike at 7am on a shitty M25 Monday morning? Never.
When was the last time they needed (not did, but needed) to adjust the suspension for their weight on a new bike? Every time.
Z900, GSX-S750, MT-09, Duke 790...... buy one and set it up with aftermarket suspension. Perfect. Still less expensive than the BMW.
I'm going to write a strong letter of complaint to BMW that at £8,600 the F900R has 3 modes on the heated grips while my £15,900 R1250RS has just 2!!
DeadHead -$21,000 USD GS only has 2 settings on the GS as well, if you don’t consider OFF as a setting....LOL
@@Bikerbug2020 in that case my bike has got 1 setting!😂😂
Great review. I watched TMF on the basic version. I really like this, would I buy it over the street triple? Dunno.
It does look nice but if I was in the market for a new naked, I think I would rather have a street or speed triple or a Z900 maybe.
Another great review Mr Chop's, can you review the F900XR?
Would you buy a new F 900 R with full options or a young used R nine T with the bulletproof boxer engine?
Looks like it has the new Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tires. How did you like them?
Heated grips,tft,electronic rear suspension and I spotted a front steering damper, by a BMW car and that lot would be on an options spec sheet.something of a bargain at that price,the only time my brow furrowed,was the rear seat cowl segment ,that screams nick me,nick me :-)
Looks like a good useable commuter bike you can have a bit of fun on. I prefer this to the XR which looks weird imho. Love the screen.
Surprising they included a steering damper, but not adjustable forks.
Also, you wondered how they got it down to 8,600 GBP? Non adjustable forks likely saved them a few quid, and using pig iron (I assume, since it weighs so much more than it's competitors) instead of aluminium, etc definitely saves money.
Things like the electronic suspension add weight, also its a bigger bike than the competition which must add more weight.
Nice ! Still MT09 for me, though that starting price was surprising 👍👍
Sweet machine! I think it has a great sporty mean look to it. But will it Wheelie Lamp Chop?
Can you test the z900 2020 please?
Yes I plan to test one soon
Gonna just wait till the KTM 890 R comes out and takes this segment over not by a little. I say this as the new Superduke 1290 R rolled out to good reviews yet the engineers at the roll out say the 890R will be something special.
Great review buddy decent motor but id still take the street triple over this without a thought
Enjoyed this review n bike is okay to look at 😃🏍️. Stockport, cheshire
800-Brutale got huge marks from 44-Teeth !!! This display made me think of MV-Agusta lack of display!!
Test ride this and a Street Triple back to back today. Liked the Beemer but didn’t love it. The Striple on the other hand? Oh my word. I LOVED it. Not as practical for what I need but I don’t care. Amazing bike. Need to start saving!
Just got back from a test ride.
I've still got a couple more bikes on the shortlist to test ride over the next week or two, but I think this might be the one.
It's so damn good.
Yes agreed I really liked it!
Asked the same thing on another review, but in your opinion, This vs 2020 Street Triple RS?
Naked perfection? Nah...not even out of the current batch for me. Nice review though and well appreciated.
Am looking for a middlewight bike later this year. Am only 5'5" tall though.
Street tripple, no shorty option, MT 09 no shorty option, Z900 no shorty option.
As for KTM, forget it.
Ah, BMW low chassis option... that will do nicely, I will give them my custom.
Other bike manufacturers... pay attention... EVER WONDER WHY BMW SELL SO MANY BIKES!
Enough said.
Looks like a Yamaha or something. Nothing really says BMW about it IMO
Too many uneccessary gadgets on that bike.
Fab stuff. Would u call this a potential fun track bike or just a road bike? Looking for something that would do both. What's yr opinion on the Mt 07 as such race road? Tks
Funny! Your comment 3 years ago has come true. They now race these in 2023, at the bsb weekends. Richard Cooper is showing what you can do with this bike. I love that they are racing these, and its relatively cheap to get on the grid, compared to other forms of racing. 😊
@@arryt3912 yes I've been following it on 44 teeth. I hired one and did the Alps last year. I put up a video on it. And there's the whole series on my sister channel 'chill rides'
I'd still choose new Z900 since 4 cylinder .
Where is the new updated S-1000R ? Chops is the new SuperDuke-3.0 calling your name ? Or you going V-4 Street-Fighter ?
I'm borrowing the new SD end of the month for a couple of weeks, hope to get on the new Streetfighter not long after 😎😎 hoping their not too good!
I want one of these too! Nice Job Chop. The XR1000 had bad handlebar vibrations but was FAST. $9k USD is a good deal for the base model.
This is by far the best review of this bike I've seen! Thank you 😊
I'm still torn between f900r and new 750 hornet..
Nice review & a very appealing bike. Puts me in mind of a more sophisticated bigger better SV650 maybe. Although is the SE version worth the price in your opinion as I believe it's pushing £10k OTR I believe.
I’m looking for a more powerful version of an SV650. Lightweight (in comparison to my existing bike) and around 100 brake this may well fit the bill. Expensive though!
So is essentially what motor the Nuda 900R had in it? Dream bike by the way.
They are completely different engines
Was hoping this would be like the nuda 900 which uses a bmw motor
So where has all that lovely torque gone the husqvarna nuda 105hp but 100nm with a weight of 179kg. Is the the travesty of euro 5???
The specs of that bike is not the same with what is being sold in the Philippines. Less electronics. No Cruise control, etc.... it is a pity. BMW Germany must tell the local dealer in the Philippines to keep up or lose the market to Japanese brands. I tried to buy one but when i compared the specs with what the local salesman is telling me, i gave up. They do not even provide an upgrade if i want.
At least BMW is honest when it comes to weight
I want the S-1000-RR motor in this
The Z900 beats this Chinese parallel twin hands down.
I like the design of this...never looked twice at a BMW naked before. I'm not in the market for this type of bike, but if I was it'd be a contender.
Chops.Quality video once more. Not only do i get all the tech info but also the banter to go with it.
How do BMW get all that tech into their bikes for so little cost? The bikes a bargain'
haha thanks Robert :-)
Not even 2 minutes in.
No way this can beat a Tuono 😎
k678kk LOL! Right!
What about the XR version though?
The BMW F900R vs Ducati Monster which one? I am 6,2” tall
Still loving my F800GT but might be time for a change.....
It's a good bike but I reckon this is the kinda of bike that everyone will forget about in 2 years time. the most exciting thing about it is the TFT and if someone wants a budget parallel twin they'll just get the mt07
First 'journalist' to ride it, and so you should - LCR goes from strength to strength!
Christ does bmw have to be the best at everything lol
I do like the BMW, but the motor are made in china, its properly still good, but it might be where they cut the price.
"My lower back is being kissed by the pillion..."
Great video your only problem is how you going to ride it ride on.dudes
Max torque is at 6500 rpm, not 4500 rpm and have 92 NM
In my opinion the bike seems like everything youd want out of a FZ07 if your a FZ07/MT07 owner. Like I was! So ill probably be test riding this thing soon
Would sell my Monster n get this if i can afford it
That's a lot of bike for the price but I doubt it will be possible to order a base model. I would wager none sell for much less than 1000 over. What is the price for the test bike?
No worries. Gen2 F900R will have about 20-30 pounds mass taken out of it, more cost added on, a few more HP, all the stuff BMW should have done to begin with. But I'm sure they'll find some way to remove weight, like give it a 7L tank or some idiotic thing.
Honestly this F900R with it's bulk probably wouldn't win a single race over an SV650.
So, I’m in the market for a new motorcycle and I love the fz09 because of torque and how crazy the bike is.
Does this bike get away from you like a mt09?
It's a beautiful bike. Just don't know about the parallel twin. Can it be a good lively motor??
Frankly I was expectiong a better performance from this new bmw motor. Don't get me wrong its a wonderful bike tho.
Really do love this bike..... Defo wanna upgrade to a BMW
" upgrade " to a BMW … don't fall for the marketing !! ...Chinese engine and no doubt lots of
other bits !
Funny the way these "middle weight" 800-900cc bikes are now the "entry level" machines for full licence holders. They've taken over the mantle from bikes like the venerable SV650 and ER-6n/f . Have you got any drive on scales near you? You're dead right about the inconsistencies with manufacturers claimed weights, so a fully fuelled measurement would be a great addition to your reviews if it's easy to do.
That bike was not made for hooning. I rode tested the older F800R and it was under-powered and underwhelming
Like the looks and may consider one if they put an engine in proper made with the right amount of cylinders, send the chinese one back, at 8600 i would be going for a GSX-S 750 more power and cheaper proper engine from GSXR k5
It's a big boy G310R, the styling is OBVIOUS they lifted it from the 310
All of my friends say that lol (I have a G310R)
@@trilexi me too!
My hands aren't that big but I can see those gadgets annoying me. It a good bike for everyday though.
I wondering is this BMW build in India as well ?
Engine from China (Loncin) but bike principally made and assembled in Berlin with Brembo brakes coming from Italy of course.
Good review. Although that socket by the rear shock looks like a DIN socket and not USB
I saw TMF's review on the standard one in blue and that looked even better! May have to try one now. It's all your fault!
One thing for me about this bike, vs some competitors, is the amount of total allowable payload...482lbs/219kg. Thats a lot more than the MT09.
Is there a setting for a 120kg Gorilla :D Suspension that can cope with me day one I'd be happy with :D
Ergos are always a problem for me on everything ever so I'd make it work. I literally am yet to find a bike I'm comfy with 100% at 6'7.
Great review man and looks to be an excellent bike!!
I would say take the xr, but yes enough options for everyone. he says he weighs 18 stone, 114kg so idk go from there.
Greetings from germany.
Actually its quite a big bike compared to the MT09 & 790, would be my preference. Also this can handle 219KG load way more than the competition so you might be ok! :-)
@@LambChopRides that's very interesting to hear thank you! Might definitely be in my future so. I agree with you that's its a good looking bike, BMW seem great at making marmite bikes tho 😂 so it'll take my giant ass and even a normal human. Nice!!
Good review, but where is the joy in this bike? Yes it has all the features (if you pay for the extras) but no design, excitement or fun. Suppose it would be a decent commuter.
Great review, about the bike, well it was on my list but I felt it heavy and big ( from a construction point of view ) I like the bikes to be smaller and compact. Yes the dash and the tech is there but unfortunately not the performances and for the $$$ you pay well you can get much better from a performance pov. I don`t want to upset no-one this is my honest opinion. Yes it is a good bike but not a good bike for me.
Hey LC, what are the chances of you getting your hands on an Indian FTR 1200 S ? It’s a sweet looking bike would love to see you review it!