BMW S1000R - Test Ride & Review (60fps)

[@graemearmstead9237]

Have had one for 2 years. The handling, brakes and engine are sublime. Flawless build. It has all the charater I want. It's superb.

[@brianglendenning1632]

Graeme Armstead I have a ‘17, which I have had for 2.5 years and covered 35,000km. Couple of minor warranty issues (water pump) and had to put the slightly longer cam chain thing on to quieter the top end down, but very reliable. Great bike. These newer hypernakeds, however, are on another level

[@gixxer_jake]

Fun fact for you. The k5 gsxr 1000 engine was that good that BMW actually developed their s1000 engine using the exact same tech , the same bore and stroke etc. Look it up, its very interesting. The k5 1000 engine was way ahead of its time and one of the best 1k super sport engines ever produced.

[@jonathon646]

I've recently fallen in love with the S1000r and you sir have just made a sale 😀

[@LambChopRides]

Great bike sir! Oh not had your stickers yet did you post them? Been waiting by the letterbox since I got back from hols :)

[@capnspcyweener2522]

I personally adore this bike, it's perfect. Great video as always man

[@LambChopRides]

+CapNSpcyWeener Cheers Cap, its great dont get me wrong loved it! Spoiled by the mad KTM I think :)

[@capnspcyweener2522]

+Lamb Chop Rides haha don't blame you!

[@stuartwass6672]

Good honest sounding review, too late I've already bought one lol. (happy)

[@Track848]

Hey LC, I'm really liking your video editing capabilities; every video seems to be better than the last! Great review!

[@LambChopRides]

+Track848 Thanks Track, means a lot that I am trying :)

[@ninja12lawbreaker]

Great video brother, I just bought one today and rode it home from milton Keynes with daughter on the back, love it and i was taking it easy

[@Joric78]

That wobbling brake reservoir in my peripheral vision would shit me to tears.

[@typhoonf6]

I thought so too when I got mine, but barely notice it. Anyway, if you're looking down, you're doing it wrong.

[@timprice9129]

Alright there chopsy, hope you're enjoying the gixer thou now it's sorted, unfortunately its time for me to change bikes due to comfort issues, which would you say is better to go for? 2017 tuono v4 1100, S1000R, or the s1000rr? Any advice greatly appreciated fella and keep up the top work 👍

[@jkrzton89]

I just bought a brand new 2020 sport, I have to say it is really starting to grow on me but I wish it was more comfortable as I am 6.2 and it feels like all my body weight goes on my arms.

[@lukaszg74]

In my opinion for inlinefour this bike have loads of character and sound very good . The only think superduke is better with is the more powerfull engine . In the past I've had many bikes with character like rsv and 990 superduke but with character comes loads of problems as well and after a while you are just tired and wont something which works all the time .

[@faithfulrebel3399]

She is a beast! Reminds me of Sloth from the Goonies! Love the twirly bird camera angle mate! Another cracking video from the Chopper!

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Mr Rebel, yeah Sloth it does indeed hehe! More on the twirly bird cam soon if the weather plays ball!

[@paramark999]

Good video. I sold my Fireblade 954 last year and will be ready for another bike after Christmas but which one to buy is really hard! I'm 48 and want to do a lot of touring and would really like to stick to the Fireblade however now BMW have come out with all the creature comforts I want this upcoming Blade in 2017 to match them. Cruise control, heated grips, quick shift, auto blipper, rider safety features all sound sublime for touring. But will Honda put them all on the new Fireblade for 2017? It's a big ask! Small and light with a fairing is my default touring preference the other thing that I feel manufacturers could give us is better comfort handlebars on sports bikes! I'm mean imagine having adjustable bars designed to go from race position to touring position as a standard component!

[@EEEBA1]

Hello, I'm in the similar situation. I love Honda and currently have a 2014 CBR1000RR. Maybe we should look into the new BMW S1000 XR?

[@AndyManCam]

Awesome bike. Great review! Sad to hear that pegs are too high for you. With an extra 2 inches (waheeey!) I've got no hope. Still quite fancy a go on the XR though, might be different? BTW I was feeling all proud of my upcoming test ride vids and you've done this and made me look silly! And that helicopter mount! Awesome! I didn't realise what was going on at first!! Cheers bludd!

[@LambChopRides]

+Andy Man Cam haha thanks Andy, yeah I also found the pegs high on the RR.. I think it could be easily sorted with some rearsets tbh.. XR want to test that also, never tried a full on adventure bike so quite fancy a go on that to :) Also want to try the NineT which they have a demo of there, something very different, fancy building my on cafe racer tbh would be a cool project!

[@Yii00T]

Haha brilliant I've got a Gen1 2015 with a full Arrow Competition Evo half titanium so many wee mods with a woolich tune and then a touch of custom on it. 194.5bhp at the engine 169whp and is mental even the exhaust and the bangs equal the RR easily. Has 87ftlb at the wheel so around 100ftlb at the engine. Things insane only thing I'd love is a blipper but apart from that the bike does everything.

[@hisaanhaq4116]

Really considering a 17/18 s1000r or the 18 speed triple rs , lamb chop you ridden the new triumph? Mainly road use would like nice early torque but smooth delivery so power can be used.

[@Filip_Phreriks]

The song is Heist by Noisestorm (no not sandstorm) if anyone was wondering.

[@comfysofa1549]

Good review. Interesting to hear your thoughts. Very surprised you preferred the GSX-S1000! as most people go straight for the power figures. I test rode one myself back in april (read the reviews and had one all set up to buy) and for some reason for the first time in 25+ years of biking went for a test drive on one. I didn't get one in the end for lots of different reasons and went for a z1000 which im more than happy with. However the one thing I loved about it was the QS which ive added to mine.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Sofa, you can't beat a QS love them :) Z1000 is a great bike, need to ride one..

[@comfysofa1549]

+Lamb Chop Rides Well, I did go to Loomies earlier on this year on an RSV4 meet (never been there before or heard of it) and if im mistaken your close by. The ride from Bristol (where I am) was brilliant, so, ill definitely be going next year. If im there and you are youre more than welcome to a go...although mines been quite extensively modded now...!Just out of curiosity did the s1000r make your back ache....I got quite bad back ache (middle of the shoulders) after about 20 mins or so...maybe just me though as the z is uber comfortable...

[@LambChopRides]

Very kind of you buddy may take you up on that :) no didn't have any back ache problems seemed OK, the reach was more forward than the GSXS mind..

[@TheOutdoorFun]

Good review, how did you like the riding position compared to other naked bikes? I found it more sportier (more lean forward) compared to other naked bikes.

[@LambChopRides]

Found the pegs a bit high, but found the same on the RR apart from that was fine.. Not quite as comfy as GSXS however but easy comfy enough for a full days riding

[@Peskarik]

I rode S1000R several times. Once you get past the strong engine you start noticing other things. Like the electronic suspension, once I had to brake really hard downhill and the front did not dive at all, that was a revelation! It's also weird how it always pops from the exhaust on throttle off, always the same twin pops, obviously they are pre-programmed by BMW, exciting first couple of times then you forget them, my Daytona 675 pops as well, but those are natural pops, much more exciting. It's a really fast bike, but it steers very slow in corners, which can catch you out if you come from a quicker steering bike. I much preferred Ducati Monster 1200R to S1000R, Ducati is really good and does not understeer. I've tried several versions of Triumph Speed Triple, I generally like Triumph (have Daytona myself, tried versions of Street Triple, Speed Triple, Thruxton R, Bonneville). Yes, the latest Speed Triple S I tried is not as mental as S1000R, but it is more, say, aristocratic, it looks more posh, and feels more substantial, more "manly" kind of, it's more of a relaxed hooligan while BMW feels like a cold-blooded tool.

[@rewmeister]

bro this bike does not oversteer

[@777geeman]

i had a GSXS new 2018. So i can only compare that year. Suzuki claimed 150bhp although no one ever saw it. 133bhp was my best dyno. It was absolutely crap fueling until I put aftermarket low 4 rails on it. It was never a problem at wot hence just the low 4 rails. Also the suspension was crap no matter what i did. Really the only upside was the new price 9100 pound. Yet i spent way more on modding including massive weight fixes. I know this is years old but id be mad to take a gixess over s10000r.

[@Parakitedude]

@Lambchop, you have to make a comparasion video with the streetfighters you have tested over the years. It would be nice to hear your opinion on what you think is the best bike of s1000r, h2, z1000, gsxs1000, mt10, tuono and the Ducati? Best price/fun ration etc.

[@frodlinoderf1579]

Great review as always! I'd love to see you try out some of the 600cc supersports and also, more specifically, a BMW K1300R

[@LambChopRides]

+frodlinoderf yes will sort that Frod, just Im a big guy so always think 600 will feel just to slow... Need to try one though dont I, could be surprised!

[@chrisb9156]

Great view lamb chops, I love one myself

[@LambChopRides]

+Chris B Thanks Chris :)

[@ChrisMcEvoy72]

A nice review. It's a nice bit of kit and has all the toys, but it's not emotive enough and it has a face that only it's mother could love. For those reasons...I'm oot!

[@LambChopRides]

Hehe fair enough Mac :) not emotive is a good description, which I had thought of that at the time!

[@rd998lc]

great review cant wait for MT-10 this summer

[@LambChopRides]

You and me both :)

[@kmfiz]

Nice review. Please do one on the 2016 Speed Triple R....

[@Chris-vq5vr]

Only 3,5 yrs late in watching this. So the S1000R lacks character? Yep, my current pony is a S1000XR and I sadly agree with you. I really wanted to love this line of S1000’s but just can’t, just too German perhaps 😂🇦🇺

[@rocketsoda9188]

I want this bike so bad! Reviews have been popping up alot and I only hear good things

[@LambChopRides]

+Saajan Chowdhry Its great Saajan, not much between the GSXS and this TBH so either is a great bike!

[@thedriverofallthings]

Would defo be a smart choice of bike and I want one.hate the ugle headlight tho.I bet it can wheelie for miles on the powerNice review chops

[@AwareWolfOnWheels]

Ah man I LOVE your approach to editing and shot choice, another great video. That gimble shot on the roundabout is phenominal, I'm not as up on other motovloggers as I used to be but that type of shot hasn't really been done much before I think, ground breaking? Particularly love the opening shots and the music, very much what I attempted to do with my bike reveal video but then I went and ruined it with my stupid dancing. Mainly because I cannot hold a camera steady for the life of me, Michael J. Fox would do a better job!

[@LambChopRides]

Haha cheers matey :) yeah no else has done the helicopter mount don't think... Went out Sunday gone to do some supermoto stuff with it but got rained off so never got to play with it. This was the first time I tried it, it's best at low speed as causes a lot of drag when shifting. Will be ideal for the SM though! Hope it's dry this weekend get to use it proper :)

[@AwareWolfOnWheels]

Lamb Chop Rides Did you make the gimble and the mount yourself?

[@LambChopRides]

No can't take credit there, would never trust my camera on something I've made hehe. It's from these guys www.sailvideosystem.com

[@AwareWolfOnWheels]

Lamb Chop Rides Oh I wouldn't have use for it myself, quality footage means having inclincation to sit editing for hours on end and I do not have that in the slightest.

[@Marius-Gvr]

Can you get your hands on a tuono? I'd love to see a review of that.

[@LambChopRides]

That's next Marius :)

[@CountMiffed]

Great review mate, added to my list of bikes I wanna ride 😀

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Count, well worth a ride mate

[@egg250]

A new 2021 S1000R is coming soon 🏍💨

[@williamcb78]

No more asymmetrical headlights !! 🤟🏻

[@Englishbikerdan]

Loving your work sir. An older video but your style and humour ooze into my ears. Ok this is sounding sexual. Looking at buying this bike or the MT10. So torn but leaning towards the Beemer as I prefer the looks of it.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Dan appreciated buddy

[@LordBirch]

great review fella. bahnstormers seems to be so open to test rides.great dealership...wish triumph would learnfrom them! rsm

[@LambChopRides]

Yes indeed they are great, don't know why more dealers don't allow it.. I've been refused at ducati and Triumph dealers.. Free advertising for them!

[@igneousdeep4852]

Great review! Interesting to hear you talk about character on the s1000r. And it does seem to me that bike is all about performance, speed, and technology. Kinda reminds me of Schwarzenegger's character in the Terminator films; even still, that has character too! I own the R NineT. I'd be interested in your review of it and your assessment of its character.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Mr Deep, yeah it's a very good bike very fast looks good bit like a shark has all the right ingredients etc. But just a little bit clinical and lacking that something to really make it stand out. Love the NineT have a test ride waiting for me when the weather improves to try that out :)

[@gerardsmith4953]

Great review lc

[@LambChopRides]

+Gerard Smith Cheers Gerard

[@Phil480]

Awesome edit! From the reviews I have seen, out of the R and RR I think I would go for the R. Must get myself over to Bahnstormer, never been.

[@LambChopRides]

Yes get over there Phil they are very friendly towards vloggers, seems they Understand it's free advertising end of the day! Win win all round tbh. I could see you on an R you would love it!

[@brianglendenning1632]

I have a R and a mate has the RR. On a few rides (on closed roads of course) and a few track days, the R is a bit quicker to about 160kph and the RR’s more manic and magnificent top end and aero give it the edge thereafter. Buffering at an indicated 252 Kph is brutal, for me, on the R.

[@TankerReview]

I had to get rid of my bike. So watching you ride brings me enjoyment. Keep up the good work mate!! Next time thou. Drop by my house in Australia with it so I can ride it. >.

[@LambChopRides]

+Tanker Review Cheers Tanker, sorry your bike had to go :(

[@lauriejennifer]

Well, now. That is a sexy beast. Nice bike, too.

[@LambChopRides]

Haha thanks LJ, need to squirrel up for the next test ride, would get some looks from the dealer :)

[@CNCycle]

I own one and I love it. What ride mode were you in? In Dynamic Pro I believe the wheelie control is turned off completely.

[@LambChopRides]

+CNCycle I was on Dynamic CN, I did like it dont get me wrong its a great bike but think I was spoilt by the GSXS and KTM. High pegs and silly boots didnt help the feel either.. Need to borrow it for a full weekend I think to really gel with it :D

[@CNCycle]

I agree, the pegs are super-sport high and I'm tall as well. For some reason, it doesn't bother me.

[@douglaswinton826]

Chopsie when are you releasing ride review of 2021 bmw S1000R

[@LambChopRides]

As soon as BMW Motorrad UK have them hoping they will invite me up there again to ride one like they did the RT 🙏

[@thedriverofallthings]

Love your videos lamb chops and I admire guys like you.Would I buy an S1000R .. yes I would but I like to think I got a really good deal on a bike and I dout I would find one on an S1000R.maby in a few years, would like to see one power wheelie

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks 2wheels, I would buy one for the right money for sure its a good bike. Power wheelie would need to turn the electronics off but should be epic for it :)

[@feralscotsman9067]

Go on big guy, test ride a Speed Triple and a B-king next.

[@LambChopRides]

+feral scotsman Yep will sort the Tripple, think im going to love that!!

[@acdcjonnyboy]

Hey Lamb Chop, just wondering, how do you ride in motocross boots? Especially on a sports bike lol, I struggle to ride in them on an enduro bike let alone something more road oriented lol

[@LambChopRides]

+acdcjonnyboy Yeah I know, should have taken my sports boots! didnt think of the issues haha. Didnt make that mistake again with the Tuono!! :)

[@acdcjonnyboy]

Yeah haha! But seriously, how to do you ride nicely in motocross boots? When I do it, I'm always missing gears and not actually knowing if I'm pressing the brake pedal or not hahaha

[@Mtbjitsu]

what mode were you in for wheelies? Road or dynamic?

[@ninjanelly3506]

Leg all ok now then?....Nice bit of head spinning & and nice camera case!.....do they do it in pink as well?😬 Top review as always, how about a moped/scooter review with Womble,could be fun???? Ride Safe Chops👍🏻

[@LambChopRides]

It's fine for riding but still limp a little on it.. About 70% operational :) yeah pink ones they do indeed! Will get you one for Christmas :) you know what scooter ride with Womble amazing idea.. Wonder where we could test ride some..

[@ninjanelly3506]

+Lamb Chop Rides Limp?.....never had that problem.........(ahem) Dunno about scooters,Southampton? But then again maybe not......you two don't have a good record with crashes,do you????😜😎

[@LambChopRides]

Haha no that's very true :)

[@stig800]

Great video

[@LambChopRides]

+stig800 Cheers Stig :)

[@RantAndRave30]

How does the wheelie control work? Does it only let the front wheel go so high and hold it there or did it cut the power when you lifted

[@LambChopRides]

No just cuts the ignition very abruptly, RR has a more sophisticated smooth cut version this one is the 2014 RR system

[@sofabear1508]

Try and test ride a pre 07 Honda xl125v

[@jerryx2000]

What is your opinion between this and the tuono 1100?

[@LambChopRides]

+jerryx2000 Tuono all day long for me Jerry, much more involving bike with bags more character than the BMW.

[@jerryx2000]

+Lamb Chop Rides didn't the Tuono's jerky throttle at 3000rpm annoy you at slow speeds in the city?

[@LambChopRides]

Hmm yeah was a little annoying but could live with it :)

[@HamSpamJamLamb]

Definately a future steed for sure! And ... "Tripple"... lol ;)

[@LambChopRides]

+HamSpamJamLamb I think Im going to love the Tripple.. Dam Triumph dealer burned down near me so not sure when I will get my hands on one!!

[@HamSpamJamLamb]

Go to another dealer maybe?

[@UnbiasedBoss]

hey LC try doing the turbo v4r 1100. heard a lot about it

[@UnbiasedBoss]

tuono*

[@LambChopRides]

Yes defo on my list to test one, may as well take the RSV4 out while I'm there :)

[@orlabenlarsen1831]

does it have wheelie control???

[@BlacknessRides]

Good review dude... Makes me want to get naked for a bit :)

[@LambChopRides]

Cheers Blackness, going to be test ride month I think and probably the v4 Tuono next :)

[@BlacknessRides]

Nice mate... Im due to do another i think, but not many you haven't already covered dude... I don't think you've touched on the scooter market yet, so that could be me :/ haha

[@LambChopRides]

Haha Cheers Blackness, you still got the blade not seen it in your vids for a while?

[@BlacknessRides]

God yes, i'll never get rid of that beastie ! Ive still got to get the Euro mission posted and that is blade fest. Haven't had her out for a few weeks since getting the Honey badger (GSA) due to the shitty weather and total hatred of island roads after the spoils of europe, and today we're looking at a little KTM 625 torque monster ;)

[@cshatfireball]

I found putting screens on naked bikes tends to aim wind right to ur head, naked bikes are better they way they come from factory, (no screen

[@LambChopRides]

Yep that makes sense, guess it depends how tall you are!

[@richwaldo]

+CSHATFIREBALL The right screen really helps this bike for 90mph+ speeds.

[@helgejohan3604]

Gsx 1000 are softer more comfortable but I rather have S1000r✊🔥🔥

[@nabiji]

do the cb1000r and the z1000

[@dariot707]

Oh why is BWS so expensive on maintenance, Aprilia is cheaper

[@MorryMoto]

oh, so basically, it's a lovely bike...but its just not making you feel get in the ball area lol ;) I'd love you hear what you thing of the s1000xr, simply to round out the family :) And I said it before and I'll say it again, if you could work a Triunph Street Triple R in I'd love you long time :) I know its a lot less power the normal for you, but I'd love to hear what you've got to say about that :)

[@LambChopRides]

+MorryMoto haha yeah, I think I've been spoilt by the mental Superduke! I really want to try a Tripple R, will try and sort that in the next month before the real shite weather sets in. I love the look of them, I know I will love it, will sort it :) Yeah XR review will do that, Bahnstormer are so open to these reviews they are great to deal with and local to me so no excuse :)

[@MorryMoto]

Lamb Chop Rides lol good man :) but really, whatever you put out, I'll watch so just do what ever you want lol plus I'm happy to have you back after you injury :) hope everything is still holding together well :)

[@bchant19]

try the s1000xr next

[@LambChopRides]

Yeah would like to, I've also setup a ride on the nine t for something completely different if it ever stops raining! Also v4 Tuono and speed triple arranged in the coming weeks. Oh and a new R1 :)

[@bchant19]

Oh yes I can't wait :)

[@TheJtkirk]

Does it quickshift in all gears?

[@EEEBA1]

TheJtkirk Yes. From the first up to the sixth gear.

[@TheJtkirk]

E.S. Thank you.

[@teddd10]

Sorry chopsy lad...I adore ya vids but i disagree with ya comment about the bike is sterile with no character mate....once it hits 6-7k its like sparring with a Grizzly bear. This bike ticks all the boxes. Just buy one lads....you won't regret it👍✌

[@chr11sf]

tis a good bike but I agree with the you, very clinical...I had one but sold it...for those who have one check out replacement prices for the electronic suspenders😲....ya, sit doon first tho laddie lol!!!!

[@LambChopRides]

+chr11sf Yeah I hate to think!! :-s

[@nabiji]

do the tuono

[@LambChopRides]

Arranged Nabiji just need some dry weather now

[@nabiji]

+Lamb Chop Rides good man.

[@SD07BIKER]

S1000R or Tuono 1100

[@gabrieljohannson6777]

G'day LambChops! Which would you choose? The BMWS1000R or the Aprilia V4 TuonoRR?

[@LambChopRides]

+Gabriel Johannson oh easy one, Tuono for me!!

[@jsprite123]

S1000R or R1250R? Decisions, decisions...

[@balsara675]

nyc

[@chrismurray3198]

It's all about opinion but the suzuki is not even in the same league as the s1000r imo

[@rgthomson100]

The footpegs are at a decent height for us normie sized people chopsy, not everyone came down the beanstock with Jack, your just to big m8

[@512460]

This comment gets me every time lool

[@TomOn-2-Wheels]

Awesome video :D Music: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4m8inZ8lrqIfrM

[@cgrextreme]

It doesn't have Cruise Control.

[@josephjohnson9698]

Please test ride an MT 10

[@LambChopRides]

+Joseph Johnson yes it's on the to do list very soon :-)