BMW F900XR and BMW F900R Long Term Reviews | The Goods, the Bads, and the Must-Buys

[@lol3705]

We willmis you Christian😪 You will forever be an inspiration to the people who seeks adventure without expectations to their journey. I wish you can stiil ride a motorcycle and have an amazing adventure in heaven. Rest in Paradise my friend.

[@RacingandAdventure]

Hello, dear friends. This is Cristian and Bogdanel (the guys in the video 😀). This one, recorded back in September, is our last video for the DriveMag Riders. From now on, you can watch us on our new channel - Racing and Adventure. The DriveMag Riders experience was such a nice story, and we're happy to have you with us, but it's time for a fresh start. See you there! ✊

[@DriveMagRiders]

Good luck, guys! Stay safe and see you around! Thank you for everything.

[@macexpert7247]

Already subscribed 👍

[@MrAigaro]

Im already subbed a new one. Please make Video: WHY NEW CHANNEL ???

[@stewy62]

You guys do some great reviews and I was thinking to myself because of the lack of recent content that the winter had come early to Rumania! Your new channel surprisingly did not appear on my playlist 🤪 but I have subscribed now 🇬🇧🏍

[@szeriman13]

we know already 😉

[@iwasherefirst786]

RIP Cristian we will all miss you and your reviews.

[@Buzzerd03]

Thanks for the passenger seating feedback. Much appreciated. Was thinking of using the XR for my next euro trip but not now. My wife is small but not that small. I’ll check out the new channel.

[@vwryan78]

The clutch is an issue that BMW knows about. Contact your dealer and they should arrange for a replacement, the 'new' clutch is so much better.

[@davereinhart9933]

Good to see you guys back!

[@RacingandAdventure]

Check the message above :)

[@szeriman13]

no they dont 😀

[@Shahar_C]

Great review guys! And thank you for doing it in English, helps a lot.

[@fentontaylor9021]

As far as the clutch goes, with all BMW's, I let the clutch out until it barely starts to engage, THEN I add throttle. Works like a charm. Most BMW's have a very late clutch engagement, so this method makes it so easy

[@ed.t.hansen6499]

i gave up on local service here on yamaha, honda, kaw. so bmw/triumph at least are in he running. At 6' tall can i sit upright and leg room compared to ? Whats new vs the older models. same weight ? Low seats decrease leg room . Comfort is an import not offered here.

[@PMitchell106]

8:17 this is a known issue with the clutch, you need to take both bikes to the dealer to have the complete clutch assembly replaced on warranty.

[@Dave-RobGriff]

Will BMW be recalling the bikes as I have the very same issue with my bike?

[@PMitchell106]

@@Dave-RobGriff they only issue recalls for safety or regulatory issues, but your warranty covers any defect not caused by wear or abuse. There is a TSARA (Technical Support and Research Assistant) case on this, so if your dealer pretends they can't find any information on the issue, they are lying.

[@Dave-RobGriff]

@@PMitchell106 as soon as covid regulations allow I will be at my dealer asking for this to be done. Thank you. Stay safe and stay lucky 🍀 🍀 🍀

[@jerseyraindog]

Definitely something awry with the clutch. I've lived with it since I bought the bike and raised it wit my dealer who said it was fine. But I complained again after another month and they contacted BMW who said they were sending a new clutch straightaway without even looking at the bike. Can't wait to get it fitted - hope it makes a good bike even better.

[@PMitchell106]

​@@jerseyraindog It's interesting, the 2020 900's had a different clutch than the 850GS and had a lot of problems, those are the ones that should be swapped out with no drama. The later 900's supposedly get the 850GS clutch from factory, but some people are still having excessive feedback through the lever and notchy engagement, which is the problem that some dealers are less likely to take seriously, but some have still had major service for if they push hard enough.

[@o.k.corral]

Thank you 🤗🎁 Which of the two motorcycles is ultimately the best?

[@mereclander]

I have the R and it is amazing. The only Isaura I feel are the seat (I feel it very un confortable and hard after one hour riding) and the clutch. Merry Christmas!!!

[@RacingandAdventure]

Merry Christmas. Try the comfort seat. It makes the difference. Cristian

[@PMitchell106]

If your clutch is as bad as they show at 8:38 you should talk to your dealer, they need to replace the assembly on warranty, there is not a recall yet but there is a PuMA case on it.

[@vfarias]

Top, love your videos... I also got the F900R... same feeling... awesome even for a 6'4 guy...

[@RacingandAdventure]

Thank you, Valerio. We're waiting you to join us on out new YT channel. Cristian

[@vfarias]

@@RacingandAdventure already there!... last question would you add a windscreen to the f900r? It's ugly but probably necessary for a 6'4 guy... 😏

[@RacingandAdventure]

@@vfarias yes, at least a short one. Helps a lot at high speeds

[@vfarias]

@@RacingandAdventure thkz guys! AWESOME

[@brucekendall52]

Thanks guys,good luck with the new venture.

[@RacingandAdventure]

Thanks, Bruce!

[@alithejumbo]

Good comparison! You convinced me of F900R for now. Thank you!

[@OoOKrabe]

Hi guys! I've had the same clutch issue on my F900R and it was replaced with the new clutch for free by guarantee case. For the rest it's the best bike for me :-) thanks for your review Could you please give your feedback about the "high" windshield for 900R , is it worth it?

[@RacingandAdventure]

Glad they fixed it. As for the windshield, it really depends on your height. For me (1.74) it worked just fine. Cristian. Btw, waiting you on our new YT channel.

[@senor-fa-von-dia]

what is the clutch problem the F900r is having?

[@jellethegreatest]

@@senor-fa-von-dia As the guy describes.. in early series of the bike it could grab the first gear entirely with still an amount of clutch release... if you don't expect it it can be real tricky. BMW does act to the problem with replacing the clutch under warranty.

[@OoOKrabe]

@@senor-fa-von-dia you can see how does it look like on the video. At the end of releasing the clutch lever when you think that it's the moment when bike should go, the bike instead of moving smoothly does the fast unexpected snatch forward.

[@senor-fa-von-dia]

@@jellethegreatest I have a F900r and I have been experiencing difficulty trying to get the bike in neutral gear, I have to go up and down very gently to find neutral. Should I contact BMW about this ?

[@AlanTrades]

Would you rather get an r1250gs or this bike? I feel like the f900r is easier to lane split and for commuting

[@ajoymahato46]

Enjoyed watching, when's the KTM Duke 890R vs Triumph Street Triple RS coming 👍🙏😀🎃🚴🪂💐🌎

[@Supernova12034]

handlebar height is the same? XR is not more upright and comfortable? What about the windshield on the XR?

[@kolampeter8236]

Hi,,,Am Kolam Peter from Tanzania,I need a bike BMW,,for long route even if is old modern,,,how will I get it,should be windproof with the two sides package,,,,

[@ed.t.hansen6499]

better to explain seat difference, riding position and actual differences; vs. you feel. both have electronic rear suspension; manual , or none etc. Sitting upright; ? handlbar height same ? If pannier seat is short or non comfy;then go with another !! EZ choice

[@strokenumber3]

You're back, good news! Where have you been ?

[@RacingandAdventure]

Check the message above 😁

[@DriveMagRiders]

This is an older movie, David. See Cristian's explanations in the comment next to yours. They are (both) okay. :)

[@strokenumber3]

@@DriveMagRiders Thanks, I'll subscribe to your new channel .

[@bigred8438]

Thanks guys. Great English skills to.

[@Gregs_World]

Are you guys really going to continue with both KZbin channels? I thought the fact that you started a new adventure shutting this one down... It works either way but I just wondered love seeing everything you guys show us of course happy holidays to you both and your families

[@DriveMagRiders]

No, we have other plans for this channel. Coming soon... ;) Happy holidays to you, too!

[@Gregs_World]

@@DriveMagRiders I am glad to hear that clarification. Thank you so much for your reply. I really appreciate it

[@RacingandAdventure]

Happy Holidays, Greg. Me and Bogdanel will continue creating content just on Racing and Adventure, while the DriveMag Riders project will have its own path. Cristian

[@szeriman13]

@@RacingandAdventure i guess you are the adventure and Bogdanel the racing guy☺️

[@sashindranrajendran2833]

What is the fuel range like on both bikes?

[@gregt7927]

I suggest everyone go to a motor trimmer and get a upgraded seat and cut the dealer out, so if no one buys BMW comfort seat they will start to listen to their customers and put a comfort seat as standard

[@whitedevilvaz]

You guys have to test the new Aprilia RS660!!

[@RacingandAdventure]

We just did that. Published the video on our new YT channel. Check it out.

[@bmwf800r7]

Do you think that I should get the f900r or keep my f800r?,

[@RacingandAdventure]

Get the F900R. Big, big difference. Cristian

[@bmwf800r7]

@@RacingandAdventure thanks, now all I need is to convince my wife 😅🤣

[@PMitchell106]

How long have you had the F800R? Still enjoying it? I love my F900R but have never ridden the 800. I've ridden the Yamaha XSR and MT-09, and though the average rider prefers the Yamahas for their power, I think there's no comparison in feel, sound, quality, features. I expect anyone who liked the 800 will love the 900. It is much heavier than most of the competition and it gets very pricey with all of the options.

[@bmwf800r7]

@@PMitchell106 3 years

[@MuhammadSaleem-lr2pm]

Beautiful BMW

[@Roy_Godiksen]

I test road the 2020 BMW F900XR, but there had to be something wrong with the demo bike. It had a Lot of vibration, the rear break was horrible and the engine struggled, almost stalled whenever i was rolling on from a stand still. Never had that problem with any other bike before, and i've ridden several dusins of bikes, and I'm no newbie.

[@foolishcoyote.]

f900xr looks cute...but is not worthy to be on the road......go with the yamaha tracer instead.

[@РафаэльГафуров-ь5м]

Hello bmw gs ))) from Russia 🇷🇺 maybe some time I will meet you somewhere in the world 🌎

[@veljkovic92]

Hope you're doing great, guys. Missing your content... Subscribed now to the new channel. 🙏🏼

[@RacingandAdventure]

New stuff coming (at least) every two weeks. Thanks for joining!

[@7Archie4]

the information is off-the-charts but I'm having hardtime with the english..

[@racerdaveracerdave]

Are these things reliable?

[@jellethegreatest]

With all new models, only time will tell...

[@Ninimara952]

Extremely reliable

[@cpuuk]

So, has good engine, handling and brakes, but seat, clutch, vibes and heat is a problem.

[@tom3596]

The only "real problem" is the clutch from the first series - just let it replace it from BMW and everything is fine

[@stemplar0007]

R.I.P :-(

[@balsara675]

R.i.p

[@anonim-hj1ul]

De ce nu faceți si in romana

[@RacingandAdventure]

Facem. Cauta "pemotoare" pe youtube si gasesti totul acolo. Cristian

[@forreal6964]

Your T shirt subversive, because Buddha was actually so skinny you could see his spine from his front

[@raduskozlatko]

😄😃😀

[@LoudContentforFriends]

Is the F900R, better than an twin japoneze honda or suz,yam or kawa? NO. Is more expensive, more costly and no that riable. 😁

[@horizontal120]

all good and nice but i am not paying for the overpriced bmw bike and then overpriced services ...

[@ttrguy9952]

The answer to this whole video is..... BUY A TRIUMPH TIGER 1200 !!!! 👍👌✌

[@szeriman13]

its not too heavy?

[@ttrguy9952]

@@szeriman13 I don't have any issues with the weight but it would depend on your size and weight. If you are less than 5'10", it might be too tall and then the weight becomes a real problem. If you can flat foot the bike you should be fine.

[@szeriman13]

@@ttrguy9952 im 6'2" so not a height issue. i'm asking about the weight as 1200 is around 250kg, ps currently i have also 1200 but from another company 😀

[@ttrguy9952]

@@szeriman13 You should have Zero issues! Yes it is a heavy bike but superbly balanced. The only time you can feel it's weight is when it is stopped like all ADV bikes. Once rolling it handles like a dream! On the twistie's, it handles like my 2018 Triumph Thruxton R Cafe Racer! For a big bike it is simply amazing. Ride one! You will buy it for sure.

[@szeriman13]

@@ttrguy9952 thank you.