BMW's lairiest boxer? 2023 BMW R1250R review

[@LambChopRides]

Blimey Tim it's Sunday! You've banged this review out quickly 😎 love the review though brilliant 👌

[@timrodierides]

I'm very well practiced at banging them out quickly. The key is to do it badly! Thanks though Chopsy!

[@blitzer109]

I have the previous model R1200R and I can confirm it’s a cracking bike, plenty of real world power and decent handling.

[@chr11sf]

The one major thing this bike brings to the table over others is ability to take a pillion comfortably. No other naked can do that!

[@timrodierides]

Not sure what you mean - my hamster loves going pillion on a V4 Tuono...

[@timrodierides]

*not a euphemism

[@dantton1987]

Indeed. I get pissed at how manufacturers just ignore pillion comfort in bikes other than big tourers or adv bikes. Why can't they build proper pillion seats in nakeds and sportbikes like the old days?

[@pw9150]

Amazing bike ❤ … forgotten indeed and absolutely underestimated ! The whole setting, comfort & torque, even the older 1200R with a bit more character. Doesn’t matter if cruising, travelling or sporty riding, the bike handles it always (regret all 3 times, I sold it), thx 🙏🏻

[@toreide3195]

Fun fact: The R1250R is quicker than a Multistrada V4 from 0 - 200 km/h, 9.9s vs 10.2s

[@dantton1987]

Big adv bikes are the biggest scam on the motorcycle market (apart from KTM's tech pack stuff)

[@ianchamberlain1631]

When are you planning on a review on the R 1250 R on roads back here in the UK? This is on my short list of next bikes but won't be ordering anything for a while.

[@kruisr7449]

My wife rides this bike. She is 1.62 meters "tall". What many don't even know: The 1250 R is the only naked bike from BMW with a standard seat height of 760 mm (with the low seat). So if you want more power, cardan and boxer as a small person, you can't really get around this bike. I also drive it regularly and I must admit that it makes me much more fun than my fat GS. Ride Safe!

[@alechopkins6545]

What a nice looking road I'm used to twisty toads with the game of dodging pot holes to not ruin a wheel 🤣

[@timrodierides]

You and me both! I did have some botty-clenching slides coming out of roundabouts in Spain though, so it's not all gravy!

[@albertlira7443]

Man what stunning scenery! Sounds like a really nice bike too.

[@nikolaisemenoff9092]

I drive 2020 r1250r and love it.

[@bomberh6969]

Nice to see what I consider a left field naked bike review.

[@timrodierides]

Thank you! It’s a cracking bike

[@SigmaJAD]

I'm looking for a change. Want something different. Used to sub 200 kg sports nakeds. Looking at diverse things like S1000R (had one before) to XSR900. Don't need mental powet. This bike jumped out of nowhere. Never even considered before. Will the weight be a hangup for me? can't yet get a test ride. Any thoughts?

[@pbofan]

I have this bike, and the weight isn’t bad at all. It’s only 525 lbs., and it wears that weight low due to the boxer engine configuration, so handling is sharp and nimble.

[@mindcave]

And THAT'S how Honda should have designed the front headlight of their Hornet... Speaking of which, I picked mine up yesterday. You may recall I told you that it was your giddiness riding it that convinced me to get one. Well now that I have one all I'll say is, watch your back. I'm coming for you. To give you a big hug 😂 (just give me some time to swim across from Australia)

[@dantton1987]

I've seen in 1000PS that the R1250 R feels sporty and nimble, but the RS is a let down. Maybe weight distribution and geometry differences?

[@timrodierides]

Yeah, I really bonded more with the R than the RS... I think the riding position was a big part of it for me

[@1MrBryn]

I've had an F900 for three years now and genuinely haven't had an issue with the app. The Nav has always been great

[@timrodierides]

I feel they've improved it since my Dad had one

[@user-wf7ls1si2x]

Muy buen video, y buenas imagenes. La moto espectacular.

[@adrian1965sedden]

You say the s1000r is more powerful than than the R1250R - yes it is in BHP BUT if you look at torque figures the R1250rR produce a lot more torque and lower down the Eve range and also has shift cam engine

[@Baste_Bastesen]

Ricky Tang har kjørt S1000R og R1250R på bane ( track day). Verd å se, du kommer langt med 143 nm og trackion control 😎

[@gertjanvanbeselaere7624]

I’m thinking of getting the RS. I’m coming of a Kawa ninja 1000 zx. And i would like to know how it compares. The Kawa is about the same weight, same HP. But, frankly, a bit boring.

[@Baste_Bastesen]

Forskjellen ligger i Nm.. 143 nm, helt sykt bra. Hadde en Z900, den er som en moped i forhold til min R1250R

[@siontwowheels]

Speedy turnaround the ‘one take wonder’ (your words, not mine! 😂)… Great little review! 👍

[@DucatiDale]

Also 6-3 and my tiger throws wind at my face so I’m getting rid of it for a new mt09 sp to get full on shafted by the wind instead

[@da72ma]

How about just a modern, sporty, naked bike... in comparison with the R nine t it will leave it in the dust due to the better handling and suspension...

[@JohnG11000]

Love my 2007 R1200R

[@aarsenalfan]

Weight 239kg, same as new 1300GS (237kg) ??????

[@timrodierides]

Ermmm yes you're right! I imagine we've got a new frame coming to all these bikes so I guess the R1300R will be lighter again

[@Infidel1]

Anyone 6’2 or so daily one of these? Getting back into riding after many years and this one ticks my boxes.

[@ram64man]

I love this bike so much, but it really needs a center stand as default, and it’s shaft drive perfect for mile munchers

[@terrellgarren7125]

Good review. Love the boxer in the GS(A) and RT. Unsure of the purpose of the R other than BMW can offer it at little cost to develop. I would choose the Super Duke, Streetfighter, MT09/10, 1000R, all before the R.

[@matt2wheels]

I think the R is for the few people who would like a jack of all trades bike that can do long distance touring with luggage as well as cruising around town on an afternoon and all this in a premium package. Super Duke GT comes close to this but it's a lot more aggressive.

[@tomaskral4685]

This bike is for those of us who like pure unfiltered experience. Also we like a little exclusivity. Most GS or RT guys look like dicks with no imagination. I couldn't be the 20th rider in the group of 20 on the same motorcycle. ..

[@terrellgarren7125]

@@tomaskral4685 Translation - You cannot afford a Streetfighter, you cannot handle a Super Duke, and your self-importance will not allow you to be seen on an MT.

[@tomaskral4685]

@@terrellgarren7125 Street fighter is for dudes who need an ego boost. Maybe that's your case. Not mine. Super Duke's too ugly and unreliable. An MT ? Too boring.. Will take an R1250r any day!

[@terrellgarren7125]

Just silly talk

[@MrPeter924]

Great video great view. Motor bike ride. 👍 First.

[@brucekendall52]

Underated bike.I suspect more fun than the Std 1000R.Cheers.

[@wwfww]

Looks very distinguished!

[@gerryryan2302]

Love that grey …however that styling for the headlight is pigging ugly .

[@HalfManHalfPirate]

Dressed like how i would imagine my dad would do it 😉

[@timrodierides]

Haha well I am a Dad, so that gives me a fashion free pass 😂

[@HalfManHalfPirate]

@@timrodierides you could make it a theme, see how far you can go😁 I might have to get one of those bikes next service time, it must be feel a fair pokier than my GSA as it's lugging less weight? Still has to lug me mind you......

[@rchrms]

R or RS? That is the question... 🤔

[@clivebrealey6795]

R for me - lighter without the fairing, and the seating position is better for all day riding, but I like the looks of them both. I have an R1200R from 2011 and want to upgrade - but it's still fun to ride, and the upgrade is going to be expensive!

[@goldie6579]

RS for me. I like the wind protection

[@pcarts232]

I’ve ordered one of theses SE model for April, I’ve had enough of my K1600 battleship now 😂👍🏾 I’ve never ridden one yet so should be fun 🤩

[@trophyian]

I went from K1600 via Tiger 1200 to the 1250R- now on the 1250 RT as I prefer the suspension setup- and a bit more comfort behind the screen.

[@pcarts232]

@@trophyian nice 👍🏾

[@timrodierides]

Thanks Dad 🤣

[@pcarts232]

@@timrodierides lol 😂

[@perryburns6515]

I do have a boner for the 1250r but can't afford one 😢

[@HJM1974]

What are you doing on my can of Madri 😂

[@timrodierides]

Hahaha I've just googled that. So who can I sue?!

[@HJM1974]

@@timrodierides maybe you could settle for a few crates lol. Really enjoying your reviews. Keep up the great work 👍

[@Wetangle]

Oh no! One of those headlamps,, never sorry!

[@glideman]

Free holiday, great bike. What a surprise, what happened to journalism?

[@timrodierides]

Did you miss the bits where I said the quickshifter was bad, I'm not sure where it sits in the real world and that it doesn't make enough noise? Trust me, I'm here to criticise bikes fairly - watch my other videos. I'd have said the same thing if it was my own bike (which I've also reviewed on here and criticised). Think before you comment, eh?

[@glideman]

I did think before making the comment. The point is that if you said the bike was crap you would never be invited back, this does compromise journalism. It’s a bit patronising to say you’re viewers don’t think just because they say something you don’t like. The point I was making is that motorcycle testers go on a free holiday & the bike is the best thing since sliced bread, people buy it then you watch a review of the same bike a few months later and it’s now got a few faults. Then the new one comes out and the one you have is shit. It’s like taking money from manufacturers for a good review. You’re not the only one doing it of course but it’s not the best environment for unbiased reviews.

[@timrodierides]

@@glideman the point about never being invited back is bollocks though. I’ve been reviewing cars and bikes for 10 years and I’ve never been afraid of criticising, yet I’m usually invited back. The PR teams know what is good and bad about their cars and they’d usually prefer critical insight than OMG YAY THIS CAR PERFECT. If people didn’t get invited back after criticising things there’d be no journalism industry.

[@glideman]

So you’re suggesting that manufacturers spend millions every year on hotels, meals, flights etc without any payback? I’m sure if they got nothing back they wouldn’t be spending. If you’re assumption was right they would have launched the bike in Blackpool instead.

[@timrodierides]

@@glideman They launch them in places where they can a) get good photos and videos so the bikes look good, b) where the roads and weather are of a standard where you can push on a bit and c) where journalists from international markets can easily get to.

[@FourIntoOne]

First! (or probably not as I am so useless......)

[@timrodierides]

Nope you were first!

[@FourIntoOne]

@@timrodierides O.M.G.! I've never won anything before ......

[@pcarts232]

Smoother than a buttered Otter 🦦 😂👍🏾

[@timrodierides]

Was that this video? I can't remember which video I used that analogy in but I thought it was a car one haha. Thanks for the emoji story and comment though 😆

[@pcarts232]

@@timrodierides yeah lol 😂 the R1250 ! “ smoother than a buttered otter “! Haha 😂

[@pcarts232]

@@timrodierides I picked mine up on Thursday and tbh I’ll say this , it’s an absolute masterpiece of a bike and it’s so easy to ride, I actually prefer this to the S1000!R but ( and this is just my personal preference) I prefer my Speed Triple RS and the reason being is that the “” feel” of my Triumph is better balanced what I mean is it’s just smoother through the corners, the R1250 CAN be ridden like that but it just feels a bit unwilling, but you’re 💯 right, as a road bike the BMW beats the Speed Triple but for sheer fun I’d pick the Triumph, for every day riding the R1250 is better in every way 👍🏾