The All-New BMW M 1000 RR Has Been Disclosed

The All-New BMW M 1000 RR has seen a launch in the market yet to be seen in India, details given below

2020 is the year which welcomed loads of new engines, new features, inexplicable upgrades of the two-wheelers. Amidst the pandemic, people are willing to own a vehicle for safety purpose as well as fulfil their desires. And here comes the new launch of the BMW. 

As per the latest bike news India, BMW has been working forward to the brand’s M-division giving way to successful BMW cars. Yet now, this time it is a bike, for the first time – BMW 1000 RR. The new bike is a homologation special perfectly curated to meet FIM WSBK specification and is legal on roads at the same time. 

What are the new changes seen in the model?

The new BMW Motorrad M 1000 RR has a sleek design. The new factor is seen between the two BMW bikes are the carbon fibre winglets. Named as M-winglets, BMW has tested the winglets before placing the same. It is known to have a maximum aerodynamic downforce of 16.3 kg at 186 mph. 

The plus side to the downforce generated is that it helps in the reduction of the tendency for the wheelie under hard acceleration. Furthermore, it will cuttle off the traction control. The winglets will help in pinning the front wheel down into the tarmac while hard braking; helping in improving the stability in corners. 

The new paintwork has a stand out of the crowd characteristics that keep a beautiful bodywork. The M1000 RR transforms with a taller windscreen supporting to reduce wind resistance and helps the ride tuck in neatly. 

The new motorbike features a 6.5-inch TFT screen featuring the animation of an M logo. Encompassed with OBD interface used with an activation code for M GPS data logger and M GPS lap trigger for performance pack. 

Further Engine and Power Specifications – 

• BMW engineers have incorporated the standard S 1000 RR inline-four engine with enhanced specifications. With ShiftCam technology, there has been an improvement in top-end performance. 
• The new BMW M 1000 RR has a 999cc engine making use of 2-ring forget pistons. 
• Titanium connecting rods are 2mm longer and lighter
• Raised compression ration of 13:5:1
• M Engine gives in more power of 212 bhp and 113 Nm of torque
• The gear has been altered with the addition of one tooth on the rear sprocket increasing the count to 46. 

Speaking of the electronic suite, the M 1000 RR is a huge array for the same. To start with, there are 5 ride modes – Rain, Road, Dynamic, Race and Race Pro. The “Race Pro” gets three levels that allow tuning of the IMU-based traction control and wheelie control settings. In addition to the same, there are engine brake settings. The bike will also have a specification of launch control, Hill Start Pro as well as pit lane speed limiter. 

What is to know about the M 1000 RR chassis? 

• The engineers have been working diligently towards enhancing the handling of the motorcycle. The BMW M 1000 RR chassis is completely based on the same that of the S 1000 RR. The framing is curated with aluminium. 
• Steering geometry has been enhanced with a steering head angle of 66.4 degrees and reducing fork offset to 26.5mm. The wheelbase has also increased to 1457mm. The pivot point could be easily be adjusted to altering the geometry suiting the race track. 
• Taking care of chassis, BMW has aimed to cut down as much of the weight, possible. The M 1000 RR rises the scales at 192 kg because of the addition of lighter exhaust and standard M carbon wheels. 
• Brakes of the model have been developed with enhanced callipers and bite on to the thicker discs in comparison to the S 1000 RR. The changes conducted to the chassis with lighter weight, BMW has ensured on the upgrade in the performance, drivability and agility encompassing the racetrack. 

Performance Enhancement 

If you are willing to get the all-new M 1000 RR in standard trim, the M Competition package offers a myriad range of components to enhance the motorcycle. The listings include – 

• M GPS Laptrigger Software
• Corresponding Activation Code
• M Milled Parts Package
• M Carbon Package
• 220g Lighter Swing Arm
• Maintenance-free M-Endurance 
• The costing of the M-performance package is nearly Rs. 3.82 lakhs

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With the all preeminent segments and enhanced offer on the performance, BMW Motorrad has been well equipped with the all-new M 1000 RR. While being in the international market already, the M 1000 RR is priced at  £31,000 (Rs 28.86 lakh) while the S 1000 RR is priced at £15,590 (Rs 15 lakh). Now we are eagerly waiting for the new model to hit the Indian market soon.