2019 BMW S1000RR Review - The best sports bike you can buy?

[@marcdavis2840]

TMF on a RR superbike is like a Vicar discovering Spearmint Rhino and deciding he 'likes it' 😀

[@Martin_IPL5990]

No way on earth would a normal sports biker rider have let that Merc go off in to the distance. Outrageous.

[@marcr660907]

The new front end headlight really improves the look, a stunning looking machine.

[@yonniboy1]

When Ducati brought out the new V4 Panigale I thought they were gonna be top of the superbike tree for the foreseeable future but you and it seems every other reviewer agree that BMW have set the new standard, to the degree that in the TT superbike, senior and superstock races some competitors were riding 1000RRs with just a race ECU and full exhaust system change, which speaks volumes about just how good a bike it is.

[@shaunmatthews6889]

The previous generations' S1000rr reminded me of Forest Whitaker for some reason.......

[@iamtherealzombie]

I've always found it more of a "bill the cat" from Bloom County look.

[@suspensefulness]

😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@anoopko]

😂

[@RichardSShepherd]

Thanks for the review, TMF! I know that some people criticize your reviews for not pushing the bikes to their limits etc, but as a fellow middle-aged bloke who also rides bikes just on the roads and 'just' for fun, your reviews are perfect for me.

[@karlosh2422]

I don't know how you could push this bike to its limit on UK roads. Well not if you value your licence or maybe life.

[@alexmorgan3435]

No way you could ride this bike or any sports bike at it's limits on UK roads unless you were riding the TT on race days.

[@karlosh2422]

@@alexmorgan3435 I could not ride it at its limit at the TT or a circuit !

[@Banditmanuk]

You have to admire the BMW engineers sticking with 1000cc getting so much power, Euro5 compliant. Lots of the other sports bike manufacturers like Ducati and Aprilia have just upped the cc on the road machines to get past emission regs and still deliver improved performance. Still don't think a 6ft 4" 18st gorilla like me would be comfortable on one mind. Cheers and all the best 👍

[@RobimusPrime]

Yup, this bike looks like a mini bike for your height and weight.

[@612crue]

First time viewing your channel for me. Great real-world review doing what most of us will do for the majority of our time on our bikes: day-to-day riding with little streaks of spirited riding. Informative and succinct. Enjoyed this review, thanks!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you liked it!

[@richardd9976]

Great bike.However, for the road, I fear you'd need to add the essential "BMW Speedometer Obscurer Assist Pro" option - and I can't find it on the price list.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Well worth the extra....

[@RutgerSmets]

I'd totally get one of those if those sportbikes if the riding position didn't wreak havoc on my inflexible body. Thanks once more for the review, Mr Flyer!

[@stevenkelby2169]

That's extremely fixable! Higher seat and bars, lower foot pegs. You can give it the riding position of a gs1250!

[@nilss.6787]

getting mine next month and can't wait!! I've probably watched all the latest reviews..gotta say I like yours the most, great job mate. greetings from germany

[@carstenhansen5757]

So do you like it?

[@nilss.6787]

@@carstenhansen5757 after 6.600 km I can say I love almost everything about it. Was worth it for me

[@carstenhansen5757]

@@nilss.6787 - K. Thx.

[@gdscheiwe01]

Great vid again TMF. I am actually a fan of the previous models asymmetrical front end but BMW did a great job of updating the RR without making it look like every other liter bike out there. Keep up the great work sir. Peace!

[@bobklee2397]

Looks to be an incredible bike but I liked the asymmetrical squinty slightly mad “do you really want to mess me with look of the old bike”

[@SteveInskip]

I was down the local BMW dealer yesterday, wonderful bike and you can commute on a sports bike quite easily. Glad they’ve sorted the front end. Love it! Shame Triumph seem to have given up on sportsbikes. Thanks for that and have a good weekend. 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers as ever Steve - I reckon we haven't seen the last of the Daytona yet....

[@alexmorgan3435]

Hoping they bring back the Daytona with the 765 engine next year.

[@stevo7454]

Wow that guy on the dual carriage way was shifting too in his black Audi 😎

[@EinkOLED]

Mercedes A class.

[@CrazyPanda688]

Should have put the hammer down and put him in his place

[@Fuzion180]

Yup that Merc went for it lol he would've got destroyed if the bike really tried lol

[@vancemarin8022]

First off I would lose my license quickly, second would be my life , thirdly the insurance here in Canada would mean I would have to sell my house, okay I WANT one!!!

[@bradleyalexander5821]

You always start a review with this question......”if you’re interested in this bike, stay tuned”. I’ve actually never been interested in a single bike you’ve reviewed. I have not missed a single bike review since I found your channel. Well done Sir. Cheers........👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Fab - thanks for that, much appreciated!

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

"I'm going at slightly naughty speeds"...I prefer the term "making progress"....lol

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...so do I in hindsight....

[@PZac-g8w]

I see so much Desmosedici RR is the front fairing on this bike it’s crazy. About time a bike manufacturer started taking design cues from the most beautiful sport bike in history :)

[@sleepindragon179]

It's a good point, but if you look at the Fireblade or even their face lifted VFR, I think Honda decided Ducati styling was for them.

[@gerhardclaassen9057]

But then we already knew that it was going to be a phenomenal motorbike. 🏍 One thing that stood out was that there was a gentleman amongst the school boys waving thanks to you on the pedestrian crossing! 👌

[@themisinformedfryer8140]

Hey kids! I guess there is still a big market for these 20k 200bhp monsters but in my world I shall admire from afar, looks a hoot though.

[@LIKWID]

Doing some late night channel binging and oh I've looked forward to catching up with this one. Absolutely cracking review. I quite liked the looks of previous generation, gave it quite a unique look but the new model looks incredibly sleek!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Doesn’t it just!

[@NhoyBarangay]

I'm glad I don't see an annoying Coolant Overflow Line dangling anywhere. Must have been routed properly from the factory.

[@loverichardson9954]

What? No, the BMWs TFT sucks! You cant see it past 70mph!!?😂

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

:0)

[@lastdimestudios]

Quality

[@thomass3769]

It works only on the autobahn...

[@mikestrivens2039]

It's a BMW, you pay extra to have a display that registers speeds above the national speed limit

[@David-sb7vg]

It must have been spitting rain as the drops always fall on the screen! :)

[@Srgthe]

Gorgeous bike. I think it looks better in the blue white colours. WANT!

[@-DC-]

My licence wouldn't last the first week on one of these 😭

[@jordangreen945]

D C 😂😂 speed cameras and police 😀😀

[@jonlaukeman1791]

I always thought BMW cars have some of the nicest looking headlights/running lights. Glad to see they’re following that on their new bikes too. Great video as always and hello from the U.S.

[@lipsee100]

One negative to my eye at least is that exhaust,, the silencer box looks a really cobbled together jobby,,,

[@Mark333032]

Wow, what a great looking bike. Especially the 'angry scowl' look of the front fairing and lights. BMW really nailed it.

[@jeffhopkins8131]

Stole the look from Ducati!

[@stuartpatterson4267]

7:09 "just have a listen to this" as a biker i can sense the massive grin on your face when you spool it up to 8000rmp🤤😂

[@Below-Average_Joe]

You need a 200cc scooter for your next review. The last reviews of yours I saw have been the Yamaha FJR1300 and this BMW 1000RR. The way you are flying around, you will end up making a video of your day in traffic court!

[@GhostOfGor]

Absolutely the best looking sport bike I have ever seen, with performance to match.

[@ryanodonnell6748]

So glad to see someone having fun..😂😂 I've been Riding Sports Bikes for nearly 20 years now and this BMW looks so much fun.. It's funny that as I just don't associate BMW with sports bikes so it was an interesting video TMF. Anyways my New Exhaust has arrived today for my R1 and being the BIG KID that I am it has to be put on immediately.. I also enjoyed your live stream my friend... I really enjoy your videos as you've opened my mind to tour bikes.. Thinking about getting the KAWASAKI Versys you Reviewed.. 👏👏👏👏

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Ryan - appreciate the kind words!

[@ryanodonnell6748]

@@TheMissendenFlyer P.S. I just absolutely love how you covered the Speedometer at 70mph.. And absolutely great to see the Bike just want to keep going..👏👏 Sleep well my friend 😎

[@alanssnackbardailyrelaxati8155]

What a weapon. Even turned msf into a hooligan.

[@AMPJ08]

Good to see a city review. You were just about to get into the swap of cam when you shifted a gear up, also it would have been interesting to know if that bike was still under 1000km as they are electronically capped 9000 rpm before the second cam comes in. I have tested it both track and road, real twisty roads and it was very easy to ride compared to other of the type sport bikes. All modes. Btw the traction control button only works as from race pro modes.

[@markbaker5221]

Seriously thinking about getting one of these since chatting with Chops and now your review👍🏻

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes amazing bike - I hope to borrow one again before the end of the year....

[@markbaker5221]

@@TheMissendenFlyer look forward to seeing the review. I think at 49 years of age myself it’s a great option for us older bikers because of the comfort and versatility. I have a Super Duke R 1290 but for longer rides I miss a bit of fairing for wind deflection/rainy conditions so this could well be the answer.👍🏻

[@boorider6132]

mine has just arrived S1000RR M Sport and i'm loving it ( great work TMF )

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Congratulations!! Beautiful machine!!

[@pistolpete6321]

Superb review as always! Seems like another winner for BMW. Much improved in the looks department as well!

[@karlosh2422]

How to feel like Captain Kirk. You don't have to tell Scotty or the rest to "engage warp drive", just twist your wrist and you're piloting along the grey blur trying to avoid the green blur.

[@markmurphy1995]

Great review TMF! You enjoyed that! 😁 Even though I live in Ireland, because I have been with you since 12K subs, I now feel I know my way around Marlow! 😆 Keep up the good work! 👍🏻

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Nice one Mark - it's not a hard place to get to know!

[@markmurphy1995]

Have a GSA1250 booked for an hour test drive this afternoon so I must have a look at the RR!

[@andrewshipley8455]

Service at BMW dealers yesterday saw an RR in the flesh , what I did particularly like about the design was the rear light combined with the indicators!

[@nsewnsew1]

The previous version literally looked like this: 🤪

[@Cartsp70]

Angus Benson you need glasses then

[@MotoMichelle]

Yes been waiting for this vid :) im testing it next week and can't wait :)

[@marounm16]

Great reviews, when you will have long term review on the road for the 1000RR? Looking forward to it.

[@olivergottkehaskamp3369]

Frankly, I'm not interested in this kind of bike whatsoever - around '22 when I'll be able to afford it, it'll be a BMW R1250R or a possible successor. But your review is so on point with absolutely no nonsense and an extremely pleasant narration that I couldn't resist watching the whole thing - really an excellent job!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks Oliver - much appreciated!

[@martinstevens1477]

Another unbias review TMF very informative and chap that bike shifts keep up the good work.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Martin...

[@rubberskilla2991]

Im sure its OK but that motor is prolly not ment to be lugged at 30mph in 6th gear IMO. Prolly why you said the mirrors were viby. Awsome quick first impressions vid tho👍 keep up your hard work and ride safe

[@MostlyBonkers]

Great first impressions review as always, TMF! 👍 Let's hope that BMW somehow manage to ramp up production to meet demand. Very tough to actually buy one at the moment.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...I guess a good problem for them to have - if annoying for us punters.

[@motomaggs7164]

I’m personally not into sport-bikes, but holy mackerel, that’s a beautiful machine!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Agreed!

[@DaveoAU]

I’ve been waiting for this review, can’t wait to hear what you have to say. Any thoughts about when we are likely to see a single r with symmetrical headlights and TFT? I’m salivating at the thought!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Now that would be good....

[@benjamincs1]

I preferred the squint of the old one. Looked absolutely mental. This is sophisticated, which is not what I personally want in a bike.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Fair enough!

[@dalehawkes1594]

Great review TMF she is a gourgess thing saw the M version in the dealer today if only I was 20 years younger even liked it over the HPRace they have 😱😂👍

[@RichardSShepherd]

For me this looks more like a Fireblade than the current Fireblade itself (and that's a good thing). It would be great to have one in Repsol colours!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Not sure that's going to happen!

[@glennfryer1539]

Blimey you gave it a bit of wellie, just floats along.... beautiful bike... love the looks, they have definitely sorted out the looks of the front end... even the stock tail tidy is good, thanks for sharing...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Always good to have you along Glenn!

[@Wats1984]

Hope you get one for a long term test. Be good to see how they are to live with. Had the 2018 model for a courtesy bike and that thing was fast.

[@mickfitz76]

You didn't even get close to pushing it 100%. Pulls like a train. Amazing thanks.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You can't on the road - waaay to much performance!

[@aeror115]

Another masterpiece from bmw! I like the new S1krr design 💙

[@Andy-2022]

Same bike I rode from Barnstormer Maidenhead, great bike and great review 👍

[@lewrocks94]

What you should say is "if you want yourself a S1000RR, don't bother, they're on back order so you cant have one..." 😂😂

[@fazer12779]

The first thing you mentioned was the tight tuck position. That would be an issue for most people as I had that extreme riding position on my GSXR1000. I commuted on it & it was a nightmare (central London)

[@andyclark8234]

First your video talked me into the KTM SDR & now this. Really want my R1 back, but going to try this bike first methinks 🤣🤣.

[@funkyfin3023]

Excellent again TMF. Roads in Bucks though look too busy, full of white vans and boring... You should come North to Yorks or Scotland for a Group Test. Agree with all your pros and cons. Able to push on roads up here on my test ride though and pretty bad brake fade and lever pull back to bars after heavy use.

[@Z1000Terry]

Another good video from yourself but what camera are you using as the clarity is really good

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Hero 4 - details in the description!

[@fatbusaracing1347]

So now we just have to wait for this new motor to be put into the BMW XR1000 :-))))

[@sebastianmolina8529]

Thanks for the great review as usual, I am a bit late but would like to hear from you about the feeling.... no doubt it is a great bike but does it produce the same special felling as when riding a Panigale? Thanks for your opinion on that

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I think it does….

[@UncleWally3]

TMF, I’d like to hear more comments regarding that elusive variable, the engine’s character. My experience has led me to believe “character” is inversely proportionate to a bike’s ability to perform well on a closed circuit; the better on the track, the less character it has left for the street? For me, that’s why the boxer, triples, almost any V-4, some modern parallel and almost all V- twins appeal more than straight fours . . . for 90% of street riding. If you haven’t already, and you’d be willing to open that can of worms, I’d be very interested in watching an entire episode on the topic of engine character.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Nice review as always. Interesting that you could get your feet flat on the floor, I was very much on tip toes on the one I tested. I'm also 5'8" with a 30" inseam. I guess mine had the higher seat on it.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Possibly - I have 32” legs - 2 inches makes a lot of difference apparently....(according to the wife)

[@Englishbikerdan]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Haha, very true! Curse my short legs!

[@paulpartridge2674]

Oh dear , Pannigale might need to be replaced ? Hope to see the long term review , the problem I can see is keeping the license. Great review as always .👍

[@amancalledjames9345]

Thanks TMF for your usually great review. Yes it’ll be comparatively easy to live with...but does that trump the excitement of owning a Panigale, or an RSV4? I look forward to when you get to do a long term test.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Well that's where it can't compete - fabulous bike the BMW is it does lack that "specialness" that you get with a Ducati or an Aprilia....

[@dannyracer25]

Wow what a bike TMF good review yet again .(mcn given the best sports this year) thanks Danny

[@christopherdevries1969]

I'm sold on this one. Hope you can get one for a long term review. 👍👍👍.

[@ragerider6283]

Nice review as ever. Wow. Looks like a game changer. Again. When was the last time a Japanese bike was top dog. They're obviously still great bikes but they're literally years behind.

[@davidfishbough6170]

Hi TMF, great first impression! I hope you do get to do the long term on this one.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Me too David - what a bike!

[@carlmargetson1421]

Great review tmf keep up the good work 👍🏻

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks will do!

[@markdaws5476]

Wow.......really enjoyed this. What a bike. One day perhaps!

[@BernardSolomon]

Lovely looking machine. Good review as always.

[@docgreen4934]

Hi TMF - now you were very strong on the Aprillia recently (can’t remember the model now) so the question is, for normal road use, looks and performance where would your preferences be now? Smashing quick review and always good to hear your views on normal day-to-day riding. Yours aye, Alan

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

This is the one I think....amazing bit of kit

[@ryanjohnson3641]

that color combo is spot on

[@leegoodram1399]

When you said try the back brake I pushed my foot down with you 😂

[@resonator7728]

I personally like the older look better. I'm not a huge fan of the old style headlights, it would have been better if both looked the same(i would have preferred the round light for both sides) but the one area that i think looks better on the older bikes is the side fairing. I really like the shark gill style look, plus really loved that blue color. Nice bike though, can't argue that.

[@Chris-vq5vr]

I started to get nervous when that white van started to follow you 🤣

[@robowindsurf]

Really enjoyed your review, good work .

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you...

[@CPUspeed]

Finally someone rides the regular one 👍

[@Miata822]

I have seen others comment that this bike is so easy to ride and confidence inspiring it tends to get the rider in over their comfort level. Stay safe or at least stay alive.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

That is a good point - very easy to end up riding everywhere like a lunatic on these weapons...

[@paullovesey4863]

The front end looks way better than the “Sloth” from The Goonies look they went for on the previous version

[@wesleyr9006]

AAAWWWW !!!! I am Stupidly Smitten Would You advise to rather enroll into BMW's Motorrad Training School from the Get-Go? My Rationale being along the lines of a.) Get taught the correct Techniques out the Gate with NO Bad-habits to negate b.) Learn valuable lessons by making the mistakes on their Track(Controlled environment) as opposed to the Alternative as always... Huge Gratitude to You & The Investment You make in the Creation of these Reviews Cheerio

[@pshreekumar]

Wow! What a bike! Great first-ride review as well! An important question - would you swap your Panigale for this beauty?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Tough one, I do love the looks of the Panigale - but if someone said here's a new S1000RR straight swap, I'd be hard pressed to say no!

[@shmac96]

Lovely! Thank you for the video! Still waiting on the Scrambler XC review :)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

It's in the can! Currently planned for September 30th would you believe (sorry for the delay - may move forward)...

[@MrStr8den]

Was that your quickest 'walkaround;' you couldn't get back on it fast enough?!

[@malacite1]

The best looking S1000 so far. She's so pretty.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I agree....

[@malacite1]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Still nothing on the Panigale though! 😜

[@shaneweightman]

Lovely bike , but I’d never want one , apart from the fact that I can’t afford one , for the reason I got shut of my Zx10r , loved the bike and found myself dong ridiculous speeds every time I went out on it ,, very poor self control , I started going out for a short 10 mile blast and treated the road like a race track , then had a heart attack , and got rid of it , but now got an old 600 off my son , and go out and actually enjoy riding again and don’t ride like a lunatic, but I’m glad they still make and keep developing stuff like this,,, a beautiful piece of engineering, state of the art flagship ,,,, cheers Shane uk 🇬🇧

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Completely with you on that Shane - this is a track weapon, not on the road for me....

[@Fuzion180]

Such a beautiful bike! would LOVE an s1000rr one day. I was going to say it needs the fins on the side again, but realised they're hiding in black!

[@timothydubber549]

Contrary to my normal comments on your vids TMF I think the base-spec model is an absolute bargain for £15k...

[@jasonosullivan9283]

Really enjoy your channel I've been watching it for a while... Just subscribed.... Would like to hear your thoughts on the new yamaha 700 tenere.... All the best safe journeys

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Welcome along Jason! Looking forward to riding the new Tenere!

[@dougie1325]

I'm taking one out shortly. I love the look of the M version, though out of my price range sadly. I'm due a change next year and holding out to see what they do with the S1000R naked as that may suit me more. The new Ducati V4 Streetfighter will also be of interest as that looks amazing.

[@propellerhead9197]

Yes sir. That is a brilliant sport bike. If I rode on a track very often I would probably really want this bike. I mean I really want this bike, but for $18k my 2002 Sprint ST with my cell phone mounted in the middle of the bars will have to do for now. Thanks for the ride though. Cheers.

[@tarseal1]

really enjoyed your review cheers from Australia, They still have not arrived here yet still waiting $30.000 + govt + on road costs

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Crikey!

[@brittsmith1824]

Too much bike for my current skill level, but an excellent initial review. Thanks TMF!

[@MostlyBonkers]

Britt Smith, I think you'd be surprised. All the current crop of Superbikes are extremely easy to ride. Riding them quickly and safely is another matter of course... 😈

[@geoffozevans4500]

I watched the MCN latest vlog on the BMW S1000RR M Sport ( carbon wheels & a few other extras)& the Aprillia 1000 Factory & Ducati Panigale V4 S, & all 3 journalists chose the Bee Em, mainly because of its easy rideability, the Aprillia was the most powerful but they thought it a bit dated , but nevertheless great, a bit small for a 6 footer to ride. I would get the M Sport if it was available in the nice ref colour that you rode, but it would be a toy, there's nowhere these days they you could utilise it properly, & a track day would be the only option, but I wouldn't have the cojones to do it, great review as usual 👍👍😎

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I agree Geoff - I'm yet to watch that MCN review, must do that!

[@geoffozevans4500]

@@TheMissendenFlyer 👍👍😎

[@spetersonmusic]

To borrow a term, that's a mega bike by any measure. Outstanding!

[@phillipjohnson5789]

I did think about trying one, but had to say no otherwise I might have traded in my Xr. Stunning looking bike in the motor works colours