Got a 2018 S1000R Sport - brilliant bike that does everything - fast/ slow and touring. Just a brill all-rounded machine. Can’t wait for the new model to come out
That is my exact bike except for the screen. I got the BMW one thrown in on the deal without much haggling. You really do need a screen that gives some wind protection or else arms like Arnie as it gets hard to hang on without one! It's a pocket rocket and really so fast! Good review although I personally would have done it in Dynamic mode not Road. This has become a firm favourite mode for most occasions and I think it's the mode most riders would opt to use most of the time. The sound is much better as the second exhaust pipe opens wider letting the engine breathe better. The handling and engine response gets a little more lively without losing the safety of the ABS DSC etc etc. There is also a dongle supplied which plugs in under the seat and that releases Dynamic Pro (track) mode and switches off pretty much all the safety stuff, enabling wheelies, stoppies, drifting etc etc. It also enables Launch control which is absolutely fricking scary. I've used it just once and that was enough! 😳 Only to be used on the track unless your name is Valentino. This is one Awesome bike and I love it!
That’s the exact bike I have , 2019 s1000r sport , it’s a great all round bike with plenty of power , I’m at 5000 kms now & zero problems so far , looking forward to see how the next version looks but it’s looking like it’s going to be 2021 now as they released a San Marino blue colour for 2020 in this version !!! Cheers from Ireland
TehJigzoh the Touno’s livery is way too loud for me. The BMW will attract far less attention from the boys in blue here in Australia, which is exactly what I like/need
I almost bought a used 15 S1000R with about 2k miles on it, but it sold the day I called. I ended up with a 17 FZ-10 with a bunch of mods on it with only 41 miles on it back in March. I added a Puig touring windscreen and it made a huge difference on the pulling on my wrists. I will say I think BMW does something very few motorcycle manufacturers do, they offer a bunch of different options. I don't know if there's a great aftermarket windscreen for this bike, but being able to have all the different options makes it pretty unique! Great review sir.
I've had my RR for 9 months now. Done 5k miles on it but the aches in my neck and wrists are too much. So I've just part ex in for a 2018 R.. hope I love it as much as the RR but without the aches the next day...
It really does! I'm talking with C W Motorcycles about purchasing one! I used to have a Triumph Street Triple R and this reminds me of having that bike but on steroids!
@@markpulling12 thinking hard about an XR. I love commuting on a bare Harley but really think it’s Time to get something with some protection from the elements
Very nice review Mark. I bought a second hand 2018 Ducati Monster 1200R at the beginning of Feb. It is terrific and although I looked at all the other naked and test rode a few - I just love this bike. It could do with an auto-blipper and I may retro-fit that but everything else is just great. The fully adjustable suspension is fun trying to get the right ride for these Western Pennine roads. Weather’s great now so will be out more on it - but it’s the Speedmaster’s turn today!! Anyway Mark - great work and thanks for all your efforts. Yours aye, Alan
Hi Mark Good informative video helped me decide to p/x my Street triple for this bike similar in some respects riding position But power output and riding aids are in another league its buttery smooth especially with standard quick shifter an Oustanding bike to ride and own a no brainier bought a huge smile to my face after test ride Keep the videos coming
Got a 2018 S1000R and rode it for 3 Weeks now. Am not satisfied with it. Prefer driving my 2013 Street Triple R. It's more stable than the bimmer at higher speeds and it's more fun, easier to drive on twisty roads. I guess i will sell the BMW and go for the new Streety rs.
Great review Mark. I’m thinking of buying this exact bike in same colors. I really don’t like the red and blue decals and would like to remove them to give the bike a cleaner look. I saw a picture of one and it looked nice. Just concerned about resale value if I do this. What do you think?
I just bought a very similar bike and share all your views except I find the gearbox quite notchy and hard work. The clutch lever doesn’t do much until it’s almost all the way out. My first proper bike in years so ….is this normal? Bike came from BMW dealer 2016 plate. Be interested to hear views from other owners
So far Mark I’m loving this bike, it’s a longer wheelbase to my FZ1, so that makes it awkward in my shed to turn around.... It is lighter though. I have added a lot of Evotech stuff, rad guards, bobbins,, levers, tail tidy, though as my bike is under warranty ( 20 ) plate, their is some discussion as what you can add without falling foul of the warranty.... Arden said “ oh they were missing a trick as to fitting ra£ guards “, but Cannon ( the original supplier ) said they wouldn’t fit rad guards..... But they fitted my tail tidy ( Evotech ).
Hi noel,no i havent,bit of an unsung hero that one,they never seem to have one on demo,but im sure its great having that proven z1000 engine all the best ,mark
Hi Mark, Great review, great bike. My local BMW dealer had one of these on a 18 plate with about 900 miles for sale for most of this year, wanted £11,000 for it. I ummed and arghed about it. Went yesterday to see if they still had it with intention of buying, but it was nowhere to be seen. Lovely bike. Must have been sold. BMW guy reckoned the S1000R will get a revamp for 2021 with BMW's TFT screen, but 2020 will likely be last year in this spec. You mentioned your old GSXR 1000-K5. Of the two which do you think you would have this S1000R or an older GSXR 1000- K5? I've also found a K5 with moderate mileage for sale. Like the look of them both. Obviously the S1000R would be a lot more money but with the advantange of modern electrickery and technology as well. Thanks as always.
Hi alex oh yes my k5 was amazing ,obviously a sporty position but incredible performance ,if you could get a good used one for say 4k ish id go for one if you dont mind the position,its every bit a fast as the s1000r,that being said s1000rs are probably quite affordable now too :) have a good xmas mark
@@markpulling12 Many thanks for your reply and making your vids. Maybe I should look for a slightly older, well looked after and cheaper S1000R. Have always fancied a GSXR 1000 K-5. Soooo many good bikes out there! Have a great Christmas as well Mark. Many thanks again.
I had a test ride on a 2015 model yesterday. Lovely bike to ride. Very smooth engine and handles a dream. Then tried out an MT 10. It was amazing. Cross plane engine is so torquey. It is like a big twin that just keeps pulling. It is a really comfortable riding position and would be great for all day riding . Felt it was more comfortable than the BMW which has a bit more sporty riding position. Might be better with bar riser kit for me. Getting on a bit☹️ All in both bikes are superb. Decision time...?
I have a 675STR and have bought a secondhand 18 plate S1R - I am off to Black forest and Innsbruck on it in August - Looking forward to getting it and get dialled into the larger bike.. will let you know how I get one with it. same colour as your test one - It was this or the new 765RS as I have loved my STR..
Hi Mark, I have made a decision and put a deposit on the all round BMW package. I can’t visit my approved dealer so it’s blind faith in approved used BMW, already though I feel confident as their policy is change tyres and 2 years warranty on a used machine.
The deal fell through Mark, the bike was not up to scratch for the money involved, they then tried to swing me by a new one covered in dust with a missing fork leg reflector.... Question: is it normal for the left handlebar switchgear to move on the handlebar as this happened on both bikes I looked at?
Hi guy oh tricky choice the speed triple RS is amazing,but id go for the BMW ,as it's engine is so blisteringly quick ,it's just got that bit more go and edge to it over the triumph thanks Mark
@@markpulling12 cheers. I took the Speed out last week and am sorely tempted. I think I need to give this a go based on your vid. Keep up the good work.
Depends if it's an up only or up and down quickshifter ,but tbh I've never really got on with downshifters ,you really have to time it well , thanks for the comment all the best mark
traded my 16 s1000r for a 18 Z900. miss the Bimmer. really a fantastic naked with a lot of flavor for a inline 4. That said do LOVE my Z900 even though it snot as sporty as the Bimmer ( have a Gixxer 750 for more focused sport riding)
Hi konrad ,if you google search you might find a few issues like water pumps leaking ,head gaskets etc but these are a tiny minority which have been fixed under warranty,like all problems you only hear about the few that are unhappy and NOT the 1000s that are happy ,generally though id say this bike is reliable ,I WOULD buy one ,cant say fairer than that ,all the best mark
I've never ridden the ktm ,but power wise I'd say that are similar at about 155bhp at the rear wheel ,also you have a inline 4 BMW against the booming twin of the ktm , comfort I'd say they would be similar :) all the best mark
Hi Mark, karl here, i chatted with you a few month's ago when you made the video of the KTM 790 Duke, my dealer here in tulsa ok has one of these S1000R's, can you tell me which one of these two bikes has the biggest fun factor, & deliver's ease of rider control?.........karl
Hi karl ,i havent done the ktm790, maybe missenden flyer ?,however id say the s1000r would be more fun due to its immense 160bhp engine ,i do like the look of the ktm though all the best mark
It' instantly adjusts to road conditions ie rough roads or smooth to give better damping control ...to give you a smoother more secure ride Cheers mark
Oh that's a real toughie ,as they are both amazing to ride...for character I'd say tuono for it's glorious v4 but all round I would go for the BMW......but my choice would actually be the speed triple rs !!
@@markpulling12 Thank you, thinking of trading my Tuono which I bought after your recommendation. Why don't you a collaborative video with "The Missenden Flyer" and Lamb Chop Rides"
@@markpulling12 Did u change ur mind because in an earlier comment, you said you would choose the Bmw 😂 not that I’m complaining haha I’m looking at the s1k & speed triple just now
@@ronniedodds3838 hi Ronnie no I've had a few more rides on the speed triple rs over the past year ....and out of the lot my money would go on that one . They are all amazing but the triumph engine is just my favorite :) Cheers mark
Hi mark Just found your channel excellent reviews my favourite is BMW 1000r eying one today at local bike fest Interesting to note ride height is suitable for shorter riders currently Street Triple R Have you ridden triumph thrust on r yet as I tried one out for something different what do you think to the idea of cafe racers
Hi Nigel no haven't tried the thruxton r but do like the look of cafe racers ,I have a review on the speed twin which I think is similar performance to the thruxton all the best mark
It's not truly naked like my 2019 KTM 1290 Super Duke R. I see a bikini fairing and headlight fairings. Nice bike however. I see they kept the analogue dials. My 2018 BMW GSA has the top quality TFT.
Hi ,no your thinking of the bmw s1000xr adventure missile,it had a bit of a bad press for vibes at cruising speeds which i believe they have rectified now :) MP
Hard choice Rob,think the triumph sounds a tiny bit better with the arrow cans ,but the BMW has the edge on power ,I felt the BMW to be more agile too ,so my choice would be the BMW .....just :)
My dilemma as well. This or a Speed Triple RS. Also buying a BMW doesn't really sit comfortably with me. Don't get me wrong fabulous bike but have never bought into the BMW Bayerische Motor Werks, history and all. For me I think it would be one of the others SDR, Z1000 or MT10 if not Speed Triple RS. Also a non adjustable cable clutch would be a deal breaker for me as we are in the realm of premium bikes. The Tuono doesn't even have a fuel gauge. You'll need one at the rate it guzzles fuel. Unbelievable. But so many good bikes to choose from.
Your not going to get a crap one with either, I have the speed rs love it so flickable and sticks to the road, real quality bike, hubby has the s1000r which Ive ridden occasionally but personally I prefer speed, bars and riding position feel better, engine feels smoother to me. So many good bike out there now.
You're so right with so many great bikes to choose from? I have ridden a lot on test rides & I still not sure what to have?? Like most people, I need more money & a bigger garage!....
Hi I can't find any info on this ,I really hope they do ,it will be awesome ,they dealer did kind of hint they would be at some point all the best mark
Unlikely as the 1250RS has the Boxer shift cam engine. This S1000R will remain an in-line 4 likely have an upgrade TFT screen etc for 2021, but not for 2020 according to BMW dealer as BMW is still sorting out S1000RR production issues.
I guess they were too focus on updating the RR. Im actually a bit disappointed really. I mean the bike as it is is great. Im actually planning on the ‘19 RR but unfortunately the closest dealer we got still got the ‘18 version of the RR and they’re still not sure when will they have the ‘19. Then i saw the next best thing S1000r and its cheaper but saw that it wasnt as upgraded as much as the RR. I guess i’ll just wait for the RR as planned. Still. The R is a good bike none the less
Oh and by the way this is the first time ive watched your video. And i quite like it. The huge plus that really made me sub is your fast reply on my comment. Keep up the good work man. About to watch more of your videos
You are not really doing the bike justice sure the brakes are fantastic but on an open road like you are on do not change up before 7k, I ride my sons 2018 model and the acceleration and popping on the downshift is awesome.
@@barryross8382 I agree - give it some welly with the speedo blurred out. Toodling along at 35 in 4th is a waste. This bike could probably do a ton in 1st.
@@markpulling12 thanks, I need a test ride. Took an MT10 out today and hated it. Currently on an FZ1S that I've had for 7 years and I'm struggling with changing it.
Looks so dated to me ... No clutch adjustment , engine vibes , powerful but characterless engine (I rode one recently) New version will probably be out next year so until then i think there are better bikes to be had for 13 grand.
@@samvictor38 Having recently ridden the Triumph speed triple and the MT 10 too for me they seemed to be more characterful . The BMW may have a few extra BHP but it lacks the wow factor in my opinion .
@@mickgarbutt3553 tuono has aftermarket taller windscreen. Biggest passenger space out of any naked bike with the RR version and you can mount all kind of luggage you want. Not sure if you even know what it looks like
@@mickgarbutt3553 i mean win protection lol it's a naked bike ffs. Might as well get a GS1200 or nultistrada for all your requests. Different bikes different purposes
