The BMW brand is one of the most famous brands in terms of performance, legitimacy and stylish bikes. It has launched the number of incredible adventure bikes that provides the dynamic performance of racer, the upright seat position and the endurance of a tourer. This year the BMW has launched the new BMW S 1000 XR 2018 Adventure Bike that combines all the best possible aspects of the worlds to create BMW Motorrad’s first adventure sports bike.
This adventure bike is considered to be perfect for anyone who wants performance and comfort in one bike. Following are the full review of new BMW S 1000 XR 2018 Adventure Bike with its pictures and specifications.
BMW S 1000 XR 2018 Adventure Bike – Features and Price
Technology
The new BMW S 1000 XR 2018 Adventure Bike features the powerful, four-cylinder engine that has the ability to deliver the huge 118 kW or 165 hp at 11,000 RPM. It has the ability to give the maximum torque of 112 Nm at 9,250 RPM. The latest adventure bike is developed to use an innovative technology to ensure the provision of comfort and safety better than the 2018 BMW F 850 GS.
There are two selectable riding modes that come as standard i.e. Rain and Road. These modes allow the rider to adapt optimally to the riding conditions. The standard ASC (Automatic Stability Control) ensure to have a high level of riding safety, which is based on optimal traction.
In other words, the new BMW S 1000 XR 2018 Adventure Bike has the ability to do everything i.e. riding from the winding country roads to tours for two with full luggage.
Design
The new BMW S 1000 XR 2018 Adventure Bike features an impressive design with stylish bodywork. It comes with an incredible design that suites for all i.e. sports, touring and adventure. This bike comes with the combination of visual characteristics and qualities of each of the categories making it possible to look impressive looking bike.
It features the sporty shape and typical BMW S 1000 RR Splitface emphasis its super sports influence. It contains relatively long spring travel that provides an awesome look and ergonomics of GS series. Like the 2017 BMW S 1000 XR, the new BMW S 1000 XR 2018 Adventure Bike is really the stylish one.
Equipment
The new BMW S 1000 XR 2018 Adventure Bike features the high versatility by its nature. It is available with the wide range of optional extras and accessories for perfect adaptation to the rider’s individual preferences.
The latest Dynamic and Touring equipment packages provide the better grouping of individual extras that can make this adventure bike even more dynamic and comfortable that suite the rider’s preference and driving style.
BMW S 1000 XR 2018 Adventure Bike – Price
The new BMW S 1000 XR 2018 Adventure Bike is available in the market with the price of $17,950.
BMW S 1000 XR 2018 Adventure Bike – Technical Specifications
Engine
| Type | Water/oil-cooled, 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, in-line engine, four valves per cylinder, two overhead camshafts |
| Bore x stroke | 80 mm x 49.7 mm |
| Capacity | 999 ccm |
| Rated output | 121 kW (165 hp) @ 11,000 rpm |
| Max. torque | 114 Nm @ 9,250 rpm |
| Compression ratio | 12.0: 1 |
| Mixture control / engine management | Electronic injection |
| Emission control | Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter with the emission standard EU-4 having interference pipe |
Performance / fuel consumption
| Maximum speed | Over 200 km/h |
| Consumption w.r.t WMTC for 100km | 6.7 l |
| Fuel type | Unleaded super (premium) having octane number 95 – 98 (RON) (knock control; rated output @ 98 RON) |
Electrical system
| Alternator | 486 W |
| Battery | 12 V / 8 Ah, maintenance-free |
Power transmission
| Clutch | A multi-plate clutch in oil bath, anti hopping clutch, mechanically controlled |
| Gearbox | Constant-mesh 6-speed gearbox, straight-toothed |
| Drive | Chain 17/45 |
Chassis/brakes
| Frame | Aluminum composite bridge frame, partially self-supporting engine |
| Front wheel location / suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork Ø 46 mm, compression and rebound stage adjustable |
| Rear wheel location / suspension | Aluminum 2-sided swing arm, rebound damping adjustable |
| Suspension travel front / rear | 150 mm / 140 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1548 mm |
| Castor | 117 mm |
| Steering head angle | 64.5° |
| Wheels | Cast aluminum wheels |
| Rim, front | 3.50×17″ |
| Rim, rear | 6.00×17″ |
| Tires, front | 120/70 ZR 17 |
| Tires, rear | 190/55 ZR 17 |
| Brake, front | Two-disc brake, floating brake calipers, radial 4-piston fixed caliper, diameter 320 mm |
| Brake, rear | Single disc brake with 2- piston floating caliper, diameter 265 mm |
| ABS | BMW Motorrad Race ABS (part-integral), disengage-able |
Dimensions / weights
| Length | 2183 mm |
| Width (incl. mirrors) | 940 mm |
| Height (excl. mirrors) | 1408 mm |
| Seat height, unladen weight | 840 mm |
| Inner leg curve, unladen weight | 1.894 mm |
| Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled | 228 kg |
| Permitted total weight | 444 kg |
| Payload (with standard equipment) | 216 kg |
| Usable tank volume | 20 l |
| Reserve | ca. 4 l |
Conclusion
This article is about the review of new BMW S 1000 XR 2018 Adventure Bike and it is covered under www.bikescatalog.com. This adventure bike features the powerful and best-performing engine of all times. The stylish chassis and beautiful bodywork is the sign of quality. The seat provides maximum riding comfort while the handlebars give maximum control over the bike. The new BMW S 1000 XR 2018 Adventure Bike is really an impressive bike to ride on.
