BMW S 1000 XR 2016 vs. Honda VFR 1200 F 2011

BMW S 1000 XR 2016

Honda VFR 1200 F 2011

Overview - BMW S 1000 XR 2016 vs Honda VFR 1200 F 2011

BMW S 1000 XR 2016

Honda VFR 1200 F 2011

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Technical Specifications BMW S 1000 XR 2016 compared to Honda VFR 1200 F 2011

BMW S 1000 XR 2016

Honda VFR 1200 F 2011

BMW S 1000 XR 2016

Honda VFR 1200 F 2011

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	80 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	49.7 mm	Stroke	60 mm
Engine power	Engine power	160 HP	Engine power	172 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	112 Nm	Torque	129 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	9,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	12
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	999 ccm	Displacement	1,237 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Six pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Length	Length	2,183 mm	Length	2,250 mm
Width	Width	940 mm	Width	755 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,548 mm	Wheelbase	1,545 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	840 mm	Seat Height	815 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW S 1000 XR 2016

The BMW S 1000 XR is a superbly crafted performance motorbike with a proud pedigree that shines with impeccable touring characteristics and solid touring capability. A wide range of accessories either trim the bike even more in the direction of sport or equip it for the great journey. With ABS and ASC as standard, you're always on the safe side and always relaxed thanks to the pleasant ergonomics. Just don't misunderstand the XR as an enduro for on/off-road, but see it as the evolution of a sport tourer.

Sharp engine

sharp design

high-quality workmanship

stable road holding

ABS and ASC standard

comfortable seat

successful ergonomics even for tall riders.

slight vibrations from the engine

wind protection could be better