The BMW M 1000 R motorcycle specifications include a 999 cc (60.96 cu in) engine, power of 205 hp (149.6 kW) @ 13,750 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 198.7 kg (438 lb).
Key specifications
How the BMW M 1000 R compares
This compares the motorcycle with all BMW models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the BMW database average.
About 151% higher than the BMW database average. Around the 99th percentile across BMW models.
About 10% higher than the BMW database average. Around the 64th percentile across BMW models.
About 12% lighter than the BMW database average. Around the 23rd percentile across BMW models.
Very close to the BMW database average. Around the 73rd percentile across BMW models.
About 14% smaller than the BMW database average. Around the 30th percentile across BMW models.
BMW database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the BMW specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
205 hp — more powerful than about 99% of BMW models with power data.
999 cc — larger displacement than about 64% of BMW models.
198.7 kg — heavier than about 23% of BMW models, or lighter than about 77%.
828 mm — taller than about 73% of BMW models.
16.5 L — larger than about 30% of BMW fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with BMW average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across BMW models where that dimension is available.
2,085
2,193
5% below average.
996
877
14% above average.
1,224
1,199
Close to average.
1,457
1,497
Close to average.
828
809
Close to average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 120/70-ZR17 |
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| Rear tire size | 200/55-ZR17 |
| Front tire pressure | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa) |
| Engine oil | SAE 5W-40 API SJ |
| Engine oil capacity | 4.00 L (4.23 US qt) |
| Chain size | 525 |
| Sprocket sizes | 17/46 (front/rear) |
| Estimated theoretical fuel range | 254 km |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 1.032 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 1031.7 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 205.2 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.61:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 999 cc (60.96 cu in) |
| Power | 205 hp (149.6 kW) @ 13,750 rpm |
| Torque | 113.0 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.3 ft.lbs) @ 11,100 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 80.0 x 49.7 mm (3.1 x 2.0 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 13.3:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic injection, variable intake pipe |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
| Engine oil | SAE 5W-40 API SJ |
| Oil capacity | 4.00 L (4.23 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Multiplate clutch in oil bath, slipper clutch |
| Chain size | 525 |
| Sprockets | 17/46 (front/rear) |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Bridge-type, cast aluminum, load-bearing engine |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, electronic self-adjusting DDC Dynamic Damping Control, spring preload, rebound and compression stages adjustable |
| Rear suspension | Aluminum twin-sided swingarm, DDC Dynamic Damping Control (central shock absorber), adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression stages electronically adjustable |
| Front wheel travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 118 mm (4.6 inches) |
| Rake | 24.2° |
| Trail | 98 mm (3.8 inches) |
| Fork tube size | 45 mm (1.8 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. |
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| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston fixed caliper. |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 200/55-ZR17 |
| Front tire pressure | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa) |
| Wheels | Aluminium forged wheels |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 198.7 kg (438 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 828 mm (32.6 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,085 mm (82.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 996 mm (39.2 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,224 mm (48.2 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,457 mm (57.4 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 16.50 L (4.36 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Reserve fuel capacity | 4.00 L (1.06 US gal) |
| Fuel consumption | 6.50 L/100 km (15.4 km/l or 36.19 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 150.8 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Emission details | Euro 5. Controlled three-way catalytic converter |
Performance
| Top speed | 280.0 km/h (174.0 mph) |
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Electrical and instruments
| Electrical | 450W generator. Lightweight 12 V/5 Ah battery. |
|---|---|
| Instruments | 6.5-inch TFT display. |
| Lights | LED-Headlight, Taillight and Turn Signals |
Other specifications
| Color options | White/light blue/dark blue/red, Black storm/light blue/dark blue/red |
|---|---|
| Exhaust system | Titanium rear silencer |
| Brake fluid | DOT 4 |
| Coolant | 2.00 L (0.53 US gal) |
| Price as new | US$ 21345. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Comments | “Rain”, “Road”, “Dynamic”, “Race”“ and “Race Pro 1-3” riding modes. Dynamic Traction Control. Cruise control. Heated grips. Windshield. |
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