I'ld buy this BMW

[Fencer]

These are the first official pictures of BMW’s 2009 World Superbike (WSBK) contender, which was unveiled to a select group of journalists in Germany this morning.

The motorcycle is named the S1000RR, and BMW plans to produce 1000 road-going versions in 2009 to satisfy World Superbike homologation requirements.

The road-going version is due to feature traction control, and BMW is working towards a target weight of 190kg, and power of 190bhp.

BMW has also specified that the road-going version should be comfortable to ride and easy to move around on, despite being light and compact.

Adrian Roderick, general manager of BMW Motorrad UK told MCN that the S1000RR is unlikely to be in dealers until early 2010, as the World Superbike homologation rules give the firm until December 2009 to build road-going motorcycles.

While the firm has yet to set the price for the road motorcycle, it is aiming to keep it competitive, relative to Japanese superbikes.

MCN estimates the model would need to be priced around the £10,000 mark to satisfy that requirement.

BMW has set ambitious targets for the race bike, looking to be a consistent top-10 finisher in 2009 with a two-man team comprising one experienced rider, and one young-gun.

The aim for 2010 would be to start winning races, with a view to wrapping up the championship in 2011 or 2012.

https://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/new...rbikecontender/

 

[Niehart]

Maybe a second loan on your home? Not to say it will be expensive but ..

 

[RAVENRIDER]

It will probably do about 90% of what a comparable Japanese bike can do at 200% of the cost unfortunately.

 

[FZ/FJR Mike]

It will probably do about 90% of what a comparable Japanese bike can do at 200% of the cost unfortunately.

I agree. Sure looks very similar to many existing sport bikes. Fairing to me appears at first glance, to look like a 999 Ducati. Body work similar to new 08 Kawi ZX-10. I know there aren't a lot of different designs which will make your new bike competetive in WSBK. I wonder if pricing will be in $40K range like the Ducati 1098R.

 

[FJRMGM]

It will probably do about 90% of what a comparable Japanese bike can do at 200% of the cost unfortunately.

I think you are being overly optimistic about the 200% value - more like 300% most likely.

Other than that, I agree. It is a nice looking bike though.

 

[Taff]

These are the first official pictures of BMW’s 2009 World Superbike (WSBK) contender, which was unveiled to a select group of journalists in Germany this morning.

The motorcycle is named the S1000RR, and BMW plans to produce 1000 road-going versions in 2009 to satisfy World Superbike homologation requirements.

The road-going version is due to feature traction control, and BMW is working towards a target weight of 190kg, and power of 190bhp.

BMW has also specified that the road-going version should be comfortable to ride and easy to move around on, despite being light and compact.

Adrian Roderick, general manager of BMW Motorrad UK told MCN that the S1000RR is unlikely to be in dealers until early 2010, as the World Superbike homologation rules give the firm until December 2009 to build road-going motorcycles.

While the firm has yet to set the price for the road motorcycle, it is aiming to keep it competitive, relative to Japanese superbikes.

MCN estimates the model would need to be priced around the £10,000 mark to satisfy that requirement.

BMW has set ambitious targets for the race bike, looking to be a consistent top-10 finisher in 2009 with a two-man team comprising one experienced rider, and one young-gun.

The aim for 2010 would be to start winning races, with a view to wrapping up the championship in 2011 or 2012.

https://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/new...rbikecontender/

Looks like the new KTM sportbike (can't remember the model number). <_< <_< :clapping: :clapping:

 

[raclow]

I'm impressed with it's balance....it is sitting upright without a center stand.

I would think it would do well in the straight aways......

Nice bike........too much for me.

You guys have fun.

 

[colin]

Not a bad attempt at a bike. I'm sure costs will get down to competitive-ish when it hits production.

I hope they don't put the silly messed up turn signals on it.... talk about a turn off.....

 

[dean]

i wonder if i can fit a 12" meatball sub in that hole...

dean

cincinnati

 

[artistonFJR]

"Awww Dean, you say that to all the bikes!"

C

 

[RAVENRIDER]

It will probably do about 90% of what a comparable Japanese bike can do at 200% of the cost unfortunately.

I think you are being overly optimistic about the 200% value - more like 300% most likely.

Other than that, I agree. It is a nice looking bike though.

Too true. BMW is one of those brands that I really want to like but I can never quite get there. Though I've been blessed with money enough, I just can't throw it down on something that is overengineered and overpriced. At least BMW is better than the Harley I used own - underengineered and overpriced. What a waste that was.

I know this will probably wear off as it did with all the other bikes I've owned over the years but right now ...

[SIZE=36pt]THE FJR IS THE BEST BIKE I'VE EVER OWNED!!![/SIZE]

I'm like a giddy little kid on it!

 

[Barabus]

The guy doesn't even have his knee down- pu**y!

 

[Ed_Grant]

Well if I was buying a Beemer it would be the F800GS. I already have a sportsbike.

 

[Sherman]

It looks like the Germans are finally building a Japanese bike.

 

[FJRBluesman]

It looks like the Germans are finally building a Japanese bike.

They are finally on the right track.... No pun intended....