BMW S 1000 R

What changes for 2027?

The S 1000 R sold in France in October 2026 is the 2027 configuration, available to order since August 2026. According to BMW, only one detail changes: the USB charging socket is now part of the Comfort Package. The 2026 model year brought no changes.

The last technical update came in 2025. Unveiled by BMW in October 2024 and in French dealerships from early 2025, it brought:

• 5 hp more (170 hp), thanks to new intake ports and revised mapping, with Euro 5+ homologation;
• a twin LED headlight that changes the bike’s face;
• an M short-throw throttle (58° of rotation instead of 72°);
• engine drag torque control (MSR) and intelligent emergency call as standard;
• a shorter final drive (the French spec sheet gives 17/45, the press kit 17/46 sprockets);
• a short number-plate holder.

How much does it cost?

BMW Motorrad France lists the S 1000 R at €17,000 in Black Storm metallic (€16,900 at the launch of the 2025 version). The Sport variant, in Bluefire / Mugiallo Yellow, costs €425 more. Several packages add equipment that reviewers consider almost essential:

• the Dynamic Package (€1,480): DDC semi-active damping, Shifter Pro, Pro riding modes and engine spoiler;
• the Comfort Package (€1,125): cruise control, Keyless Ride, heated grips, tyre pressure control and USB socket;
• the Pro trim (€2,630): both packages above plus the alarm;
• the M Package (€3,180, i.e. €20,180): Light White / M Motorsport paint, M seat, M forged wheels, M lightweight battery, sport silencer, M Endurance chain and M GPS Laptrigger.

There is no A2 version in France. In the United States, the 2027 S 1000 R costs $15,475 plus destination.

How good is the engine?

The 999 cc inline four, derived from that of the S 1000 RR superbike, makes 170 hp at 11,000 rpm and 114 Nm at 9,250 rpm, the same as the S 1000 XR crossover. BMW quotes 3.2 s from 0 to 100 km/h. MOTORRAD ranks it among the three best engines of 2025, and 1000PS finds it very strong low down and in the midrange. MCN warns that it will not appeal to those who buy on the spec sheet, as its rivals are more powerful, and notes vibration above 7,000 rpm; bikesales.com.au also reports some at high revs. Le Repaire des Motards finds the engine a little harsh and the gearbox stiff in Dynamic mode.

How does it ride?

The chassis wins unanimous praise: MCN finds it very polished and easy, with powerful brakes, Motoplanete scores the chassis and brakes 5/5, and Motociclismo.es praises faultless Brembo brakes. Le Repaire des Motards finds it as much at ease in town as on track, whereas Motoplanete says it is not comfortable in town. The aluminium bridge frame carries a 45 mm upside-down fork and a Full Floater Pro swingarm, both adjustable; DDC semi-active damping remains optional.

What electronics does it have?

As standard, the S 1000 R gets a 6-axis IMU, ABS Pro, DTC traction control, three riding modes (Rain, Road, Dynamic), hill start control and a connected 6.5-inch TFT screen. In France, the Shifter Pro and Pro modes (fully adjustable Dynamic Pro) come with the Dynamic Package, whereas the international press kit lists the shifter as standard. MCN finds the electronics outstanding in the wet; 1000PS regrets that the Pro modes and DDC remain optional.

Who is it for?

It targets experienced riders who want an unfaired sportbike that can be used every day. The seat is at 830 mm (810 or 850 mm as options) and payload reaches 208 kg, but there is no wind protection and the pillion is poorly served: MOTORRAD gives it 1 point out of 20 for protection and 4 out of 20 for the passenger.

Fuel consumption, maintenance and recalls

BMW quotes 6.2 L/100 km on the WMTC cycle, giving a range of about 265 km from 16.5 litres. BikeSocial recorded the equivalent of 6.4 L/100 km on the 2021 version. The owner’s manual specifies a service with oil change every 10,000 km or every year and a valve clearance check every 30,000 km; the warranty is 3 years with unlimited mileage. No recall has been identified in France for the 2025 to 2027 model years: the oil filter recall (SR/00452/25) concerns bikes built up to 17 October 2024. In the United States, 3 2025 bikes were recalled for an emergency call software update.

Which generations?

Launched in 2014 with 160 hp, the S 1000 R moved to 165 hp in 2017 (Euro 4), then was completely renewed in 2021 with a lighter engine, the Flex Frame and a 199 kg wet weight. The 2025 version keeps this base.