Super Naked powerhouse who came back..170 horsepower sufficient BMW S1000R
May 25, 2025
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Aphilia introduced the new Tuono V4 1100.The Yamaha MT-10 still shows strong performance. The same goes for KTM Super Duke.Its near-superbikes performance and improved comfort make these bikes more attractive than ever.
The most powerful competitor is the 2025 BMW S 1000 R.More powerful power added to BMW's Naked Sports Bike. BMW improved the performance of its long-loved street bike to maintain the competitiveness of the S1000R even in such a challenging environment. I've applied a number of updates here.
Finally, the 2025 S1000 R has refurbished a powerful mockery. The maximum power is estimated to be 170 horsepower due to an increase of 5 horsepower.The final gear ratio was reduced to maximize its effectiveness.At 200 horsepower M 1000 R, the newly applied quick-action throttle remained the same. Driver assistance and all other electronic devices have also been optimized. BMW has added a new MSR engine brake control system.
The new twin split-face LED headlights, the new rear end, and the newly applied colorful colors look great in real life. The basic S1000 R is $15,440 (about 21.5 million won), but the sports style goes up to $15,885 (about 22.1 million won).The price of a test drive motorcycle, which includes a premium package and a bar-end mirror, is $18,435 (about 25.7 million won).
Premium package adds ride mode pro, dynamic damping control, gear shift assist pro, cruise control, keyless ride, heated grip, engine spoiler and tire pressure monitor.This price does not include the acrophobic muffler.headed to the Almeria circuit in Spain to test the new S1000 R.
The 170 horsepower Super Naked Bike S 1000 R with Bridgestone Battlex Hypersport S22 tires has been transformed into a perfectly improved road bike.In rain mode, the output and torque are reduced, and the throttle response is very smooth. Rider assistance is convenient. Setting the heating grip to its maximum will further enhance the rider's comfort even on rainy days.
The rough track surface where the water is accumulated clearly showed how easy the new S1000 R is to ride.Thanks to the rain mode, sharp cornering became smoother. The maximum output was only 100 horsepower, but the waterhole was able to go back as planned. Despite this advanced electronic technology, the S1000R retains the classic ride comfort.It is agile and responsive, and the steering is smooth.
The four-cylinder superbike, which is a powerful competitor, produces a rough and powerful sound as always. The dynamic marzoki suspension provides excellent feedback, while the Bridgestone S22 boasts a rich sense and grip.Sensitive traction controls intervene as confidence increases and speed increases. The true braking force is exerted by the excellent ABS and the Brembo brakes.
Even if I applied the brakes slowly and slowly every lap, I could run well without any major problems. Just a slight flicker of the lever showed that the ABS was working properly.
The following session used load mode.This mode produces maximum output, reduces rider-assisted intervention, and switches the electronic suspension to load mode.Switching from lane mode to load results in a strong output boost. The S1000R now runs perfectly through the straight section.
Compared to the 200-horsepower Super Naked Elite Club, the S 1000 R's 170 horsepower may feel a bit flat, but at the end of a long, 1-km-long straight section of Almeria, the acceleration is still intense, as if the wind is trying to take its head off its shoulders. The new bike, with a larger 46T rear splacket, comes sharper at low-speed cornering. The fast-acting throttle adds to the skill of the race bike.
A faster and improved selection specification, the shift assistant pro-quickifter further enhances intensity, precision, and agility. The S1000 R engine is not as powerful as some naked competitors with more than 200 horsepower, but the S1000 R engine is not lacking.BMW claims to have a dry weight of only 200kg with the updated S1000 R test unit full of fuel.
If you choose the M package and install the forging wheel, you will lose 2.7kg more.The steering is definitely lightweight, and the bike's turn responsiveness has also been newly improved.Four-piston radial mount calipers with 320mm discs and ABS provide excellent ride comfort and strong output.
What is the ride comfort of the S1000R.Even on wet tracks with regular road tires, the S1000 R provided a thrilling experience.Electrically controlled dynamic suspensions do not feel as unstable in the middle of the corner as some semi-active suspensions do.Instead, it encourages the driver's confidence through excellent feedback. It makes the wet road a pleasant challenge.
I finally arrived on a nearly dry track in the late afternoonThe S1000 R is completely different from the lane mode I rode in the morning in this dynamic mode.The 999cc series four-cylinder engine adhesively distributes intermediate torque suitable for everyday life. At the same time, you enjoy the rotational speed, and thanks to the smooth shift lever, you can freely experience all the rotational speeds.The gearbox and shift lever are so smooth that even at high rotation, the shift can be made without any interference with the drive system.
On the back straight, the optional titanium acra-phobic sound is heard. The sound is so good that I want to hear it again. In proper trackday mode, the S1000 R is still surprisingly easy to ride.The main reason is the S 1000 R's strong output, short gear ratio, and rider assistance system, which is adjusted and optimized for fast-acting throttle.
Dry surfaces can reach their peaks more easily than expected. It shows a solid chassis and strong performance properly.At the front, the Brembo caliper and 320mm discs provide strong power and excellent feedback.It maintains constant performance despite severe overwork. Even in humid environments, the updated S1000R is a pleasant ride with the perfect combination of electronics, geometry, tires, and chassis.
Despite the emphasis on road driving, the evaluation is incomplete without actual road driving, mainly due to test drive of wet track. The existing 2024 S 1000 R is a great road bike. The upgrade applied to the 2025 model further highlights such performance. While the output of the S 1000 R on the track falls short of some of the best outputs of the competing models, 170 horsepower is mostly enough for riders.
It's very fast, and above all, it's versatile.I was able to refine the bike precisely, and I was able to drive carefully on my toes in situations where the grip was low. When he was in perfect condition, he was able to run a few laps and run at a high speed.In addition, the luxurious finish and details help justify the price with the best bike.
Editor Song Moon-cheol mc.song@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
