S1000R - Six month owners review

[@carllewis1691]

I have had my 2021 s1000r sport since June 2021 and have covered approx. 3500 miles and can say I bought the bike because it offered to me what I wanted - quality, performance, reliability. When I want to get it on 100mph + it will well beyond my skill level but if I want to be more subdued it will be equally capable. The gearing 1-3 is shorter than 4 -6 simply to provide progressive acceleration which results in the S1000r being faster 0-62 r than a s1000rr. I smile every time I look at it, ride it and every ride receive compliments from people who simple appreciate the bike and how it looks - mine is racing red with the red pinstripe painted on the wheels. It is a lovely bike

[@samh3467]

100% spot on review own a 20’ RR M-sport since new done 3 trips to Picos de Europa on it, just bought a 22’ R and I’m very disappointed with the power and I feel the R is more harsh on my wrist too. This R is now my new touring bike to throw the mileage on so hopefully I’ll appreciate it on longer trips which are planned in 2025

[@yodomcat]

Put a big screen, risers and heavy Evotech weights and that will help. Then for the speed do a decat with straight through headers and the long Akra exhaust (otherwise too loud) and you should be satisfied with it then 👍🏻

[@samh3467]

@ don’t want to decat this as I’m planning to do lots more travelling and don’t want the fines in Certain countries that I’d like to visit, I’ve done Spain on the RR with full Akra Ti with GP end can which sounds awesome. Now I want to be a bit more under the radar compared to hearing me from miles away😂

[@yodomcat]

@@samh3467 with the full Akra it’s not too bad… well you can get a bung which will make it fine 😹

[@teevarley]

Couldn’t agree more with everything you’ve said. Very honest review! I also have one and I just love it. Perfect all rounder as you rightly said 👍🏼

[@firatzh]

Hello Dom. I like your channel and honest reviews. Thanks for this excellent video about S1000R. I have 2022 S1000R with M package and I am also very happy with my decision. As you said, it is a perfect allrounder bike which you can ride easily, slowly and safely in city, or highway, you can turn off the TC and have unlimited wheelies when I want to feel some power. It will always put a smile on my face. As you said, we have a liter machine. Best electronics, efficiency, confident and of course Bmw quality. I disagree about if this doesnt have a soul and not sure how the community count the souls of bikes. 😂 this is a high tech, powerful, modern bike and it is suitable for any kind of needs. Please keep going with your channel and you definitely deserve more subscribers. Cheers from Switzerland 👍🏻

[@tescolles1837]

Funny... I read your comment and thought I was the one writing it (I did say something like 90% similar to another guy/channel on KZbin...) 🔥😎 I can only echo what you're saying. S1000R 2022 is a great great bike for open roads... no need to have more oil on fire.., it's more than enough for any type of BBQ 🔥🔥🤙😎. I'm also from Switzerland and I must say that this bike is just perfect for our countryside roads and for all our mountains... just a simple, basic and pure pleasure! Take care, have a safe ride! 🤙🤙🤙😎

[@firatzh]

@@tescolles1837 I am glad that we both agree about S1000R :) As you said, it has enough oil for any type of BBQ :)

[@bearleft9009]

Still on the 2017 version but, yeah. With the BMW comfort seat and a Hornig windscreen, it's the perfect sport-touring machine for twisty mountain roads. Looks like they fixed the lackluster headlights in Gen 3, that was the only thing wrong with it. Lighter and faster? Icing on the cake.

[@MandelloUK]

Try a V100 Mandello S and you'll understand what soul means

[@iancharlton5530]

@@MandelloUKdisagree ride it yes clinical but still has plenty of soul.

[@ChainBrothers]

Like the accent, like the calm review, like the content, well done sir. Greetings from the mainland

[@yodomcat]

Thank you kindly! 🙏🏻

[@hiyayakko-sq2zj]

Thx for brilliant vid and reviews. I made up my mind to buy S1000R thx to you. Keep up and safe ride!

[@yodomcat]

Thank you for the comment 🙏🏻 it’s a great bike!

[@jeffestrada6857]

Good review- thank you!

[@petera1033]

Thanks for review mate - subscribed.

[@mmariorr9949]

One of best review on YT many thanks mate.. you got new subscriber 💪💪💪💪👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@steventhomson8387]

I actually like the looks of this bike it although there are some that criticise its front end . Agree entirely about the contrasting features vs the RR and that is one reason I purchased the exact same bike as this. Nice review and summary.

[@yodomcat]

Thanks 🙏🏻 I agree they should of done more than they did with the front. Just more on the led side would of done it.

[@PadmaDorjee]

Thanks for the great review, I am thinking f upgrading from a street triple to this.

[@yodomcat]

That’s a nice upgrade 👍🏻 but do also check the 1200RS as it’s on par, but for me the BMW was better ridden gentle (the trumpet was only happy when you pushed on) and the dash/UI was so much better on the BMW. 👍🏻

[@wheelman998]

What brand mirrors are those? Nice whip BTW - just picked up mine yesterday! Bye-bye italian pretty bikes and Hello to something that turns on and stays running!

[@yodomcat]

HJR mirrors 👍🏻

[@richbrett7268]

Any comments on speed triple rs or rr vs s1000r. These two brands are on my short list. Ive not experienced the triumph engine yet. But i like triples and the stats power and weight look good on paper for the 1200 RS

[@yodomcat]

If you check my Chanel you will see reviews on all of them 👍🏻 but I’m sat on the R cos for me it’s the best all rounder. Though if my back was better I’d still have my RR.. All 3 are top tier bikes you won’t be disappointed no matter what way you swing.

[@richbrett7268]

@yodomcat cheers, I'll check the other reviews on your channel

[@RikiSea]

whats your opinion? I am choosing between a 1000R or RR but am afraid of the wind with a 1000R??? Thanks for the great videos!!! Rick

[@4propellervision]

Hey how is that windscreen is there a noticeable difference. Trying to see what size I need on my 2022 S1000R. Keep up the great videos

[@yodomcat]

I always had it with the screen so unfortunately can’t comment; but I will be switching out to the carbon screen as I heard it doesn’t make much of a difference

[@bogdanm7873]

Hello, I have this bike on my list but honestly I don't know what to choose between this the triple rs (no price in consideration) more likely i commute a lot inside city and i do a lot of commuting and I wonder if 1000cc is not to much for the town. Thank you for your feedback. Ps: i test road both of bikes and i like then both....

[@yodomcat]

I’ve had both. The R is the better bike… but if I was commuting I’d go with the triple as just that bit more nimble and more manageable in the city. But out of the city on a country road the R is twice the machine!

[@Porschemovies]

I have a 22 rr and you can change the suspension on the fly plus race pro modes. I could daily it but don’t need too. If I needed a daily I think I would go xr just because of wind protection. Great video

[@yodomcat]

Thanks, glad you liked it 🙏🏻 I never bothered with the race pro modes on the RR as it disabled the app and Bluetooth - is that still the case? On the R it is a shame you only get one pro setting. Two would be perfect (hooligan all aids off and fast road aids on).

[@Porschemovies]

@@yodomcat yes still the case, the Connect App is trash and they want to monitor your speed and all that. I don't like big brother watching me. I issue I have with My RR is I'm too light for the heavy springs it comes with. I had to set the sag for like the track instead for the street I mostly ride. So I need the hydraulics open all the way or I would get thrown off the seat. I'm forced to be in Race Pro Mod so I can have the fastest throttle without having the RACE mode suspension settings. I can't change the springs to suite my weight because nobody can change the logic in DDC to match a different spring and work correctly. SO this is the only workaround I figured out for now.

[@yodomcat]

@@Porschemovies wow that’s a ball ache. How light are you? I’m 82kg which bmw said is what the suspension was set up for (though that might be sales blag).

[@Porschemovies]

@@yodomcat 95.2544KG 210lb, Such bullshit, my buddy has a 20 s1krr and he is 250lb with gear and that's what BMW set it up for. They need to win track battles and Shoot outs. Based on front forks my rider sag needs to be 41mm and it's 34mm so I need to set the sag to 29mm which works because it's still 8mm layman's sag.

[@awesomeagnihotrisvlog]

How’s the heat dissipation from the engine at low speeds and will it be comfortable for touring like 450nto 500kms?? Congratulations and safe miles from india 🙌🙌

[@yodomcat]

I would say so. Compared to any Ducati at say 100% the BMW would be 50% and a Triumph at say 30%.

[@awesomeagnihotrisvlog]

@@yodomcat Thanks mate …happy and safe miles 🙌

[@kurushunwalla]

Super review Dom, thank you. New sub 😊 I have a 2022 Triumph Street Triple RS, very, very happy with her right now. But, this one seems to be the right upgrade for whenever. I love the word clinical, seems close to disciplined if you know what I mean. I feel rider aides are great, they keep you safe. And like you mentioned if you are feeling adventurous, turn them off. I’d rather have them watching my back, than off. Ride safe and keep the great content flowing. Cheers

[@yodomcat]

Love the triples, very close between the R and the Triumph 1200RS but it was the clinical that swayed me.

[@kurushunwalla]

@@yodomcat Great choice! I believe the Speed RS suspension is very hard to live with and she doesn’t come with the semi automatic suspension. The recently launched RR does, but again that’s wrist torture. Cheers

[@yodomcat]

@@kurushunwalla Yes, can't say I minded the suspension too much, but only had a 2 hour test. The screen was also rubbish, Triumph were the first to do a decent TFT that worked but since 2019 they have really messed the UI up and it just feels old and clunky. You know there is a problem when Aprilia make a more usable TFT!

[@kurushunwalla]

@@yodomcat you bet! My Street RS TFT software really needs to be updated. It’s the only thing I don’t like about my RS. The earlier TFT menus prior to 2020 were much better. I believe almost all Street RS owners don’t like the look and feel of the TFT, it’s across all forums, don’t know why Triumph doesn’t push out an updated user interface. Anyways, it is what it is. The only consolation is we don’t have to keep looking at the dash all the time 😎 Cheers

[@Supernova12034]

What is the turning radius like? Does it general a lot of heat? I had a tuono for a bit, and it was bad in both those regards, it was a very refined race bike, but not that good for the real world I found.

[@yodomcat]

Turns like a street triple. About two parking spaces, but is light so easy to 3(or more) point turn. Heat is no issues, unless you do London traffic on a summers day but nothing survives that. When moving it isn’t a consideration.

[@simonhopper7295]

Hi enjoyed the review. I may have missed heard what you said but I think you said you need to go into neutral to change the Modes. If so this is not true, while travelling press the Mode button (right hand) repeatedly until you get to the one you want, roll off the throttle, pull in the clutch and the mode changes. Apologies if I heard it wrong. I went with your mirror recommendation after your other review. I think I have mine the other way round. e.g. flatter edge on the inside. Just an observation really.

[@yodomcat]

Thanks buddy, will have to replay to see if I can hear what you did, but no you don't need to go in Neutral to change modes or the suspension. 👍🏻

[@austingibson6428]

@@yodomcat 3:57

[@stephenchapman8344]

Totally agree. Certainly love mine. 👍

[@chewie8]

Hi, Do you feel cramped as naked bikes can be on the smaller size?

[@yodomcat]

No, I feel more cramped on a supersport. Though on most naked you feel on the bike, not in the bike

[@adriendubedat225]

Did you try the MT-10 ? If so, how would you compare it ? I'm mostly asking about the comfort and riding position. Thanks !

[@yodomcat]

Felt it was too big and torque-y for me. I tried a lowered one which was much easier to handle. The MT is better at higher speeds but the has more hooliganism in the dna. Don’t even ask about the aprillia, that thing just wants drama all the time!! 🙈😂

[@soumyaprakashsahoo4120]

As you have owned this bike. I have 3 questions for you: 1. Is the bike too vibi, I can see your phone was shaking too much. 2. How is the pillion comfort. Is it better than rr like for 80 to 100 km ride. 3. What is the ground clearance? I have asked this question to everyone but didn’t get a proper answer. Some saying 120mm and some saying 140 mm. I am glad that you are enjoying this bike. I am also thinking of upgrading to it but to the sports model not standard or m package one. And for the rr model I feel wrist pain and back pain so that’s out of option😅

[@yodomcat]

1. The vibes are bad, but they don’t affect me. I found the M better with the shift cam RR engine and the straight bars. 2. Pillion comfort is identical to RR, but the rider is more upright so better to fold on. 3. Not sure on ground height. Sorry.

[@MandelloUK]

How would you describe the soundtrack say compared to a Streetfighter V2...?

[@yodomcat]

If you add a pro-race exhaust better, but doesn’t have that intake growl.

[@telebiopic]

Hey Dom, good stuff 👍. Did you consider the R1250R? it has a more comfortable ergonomics imo than the 1000R. The former has longer travel suspension, torquey and I would wager quicker 0-100 speed in urban conditions.

[@yodomcat]

It wasn't on my list as I was looking more at the sport/hyper naked end. I have been reading the 1000R can compete on the ergo with bar risers, but all that is beyond my understanding. I'm comfy enough for an all day weekend ride 😂

[@pwbderksen]

Thank man. Nice vid. I have the exact same. CAme from an RR, now bought an R. Does the windscreen work on motorways? How it this wind blast compared to the RR on a motorway at 90MPH?

[@yodomcat]

Windscreen is pretty crap. In full tuck it will take the wind off. Not bad 90mph but above 110 you know you’re on a naked! The RR you’d only feel the it above 120. So summarise RR 90 feels like 40. R 90 feels like 90! 😂

[@Vvvrrrmmm]

This with the GSXR VVT engine would be fire, that Electra torque from the VVT and longer pistons than the BMW and the electronics and balance from BMW.

[@kris10annn14]

Where did you get your bar end mirror adapters? Cant find these where you get to keep the original bar ends anywhere. Just bought a 22 s1000r.

[@yodomcat]

If you check my channel I have a video with links to the Facebook group 👍🏻

[@majormaccas]

Do you have to be in neutral to change modes? I've seen other videos where they just have to come completely off the throttle, so they hit the mode switch, release the throttle and it swaps mode, then back on the throttle in the new mode?

[@yodomcat]

No, just select mode (throttle can be open) then close throttle to engage.

[@iamtwispin]

What tool did you use to secure the phone to the handle? THX !

[@yodomcat]

In this video Quadlock on the stem mount. If you search my channel there are a few more videos

[@theincrediblesulk5543]

One query, is it fun when ridden at sedate speeds on bumpy back roads or does it beg to be ridden hard ?

[@yodomcat]

In road mode your ass is comfy and you’re wondering why everyone is moaning. If you’re in dynamic you can squirt and have a snuggle. If you programme your dynamic pro to switch everything off you’ll be grinning ear to ear. You can really ride this bike however you want it is so versatile.

[@Gmac237]

Hi Dom, thanks for your informative review on the S1000R I'm looking at buying a new S1000R and would like your opinion on the subject of Vibration! There have been a lot of reviews since the release of the S1000 series commenting on excessive vibrating through the bars and foot pegs annoyingly right around the 100 kph touring speed! Having ridden motorcycles for 50 years 😲 excessive vibrating coupled with arthritis in the hands really detracts from the enjoyment of riding! Would appreciate your experience regarding the current model S1000R .

[@yodomcat]

There are vibrations. But no way near the older models; so ordinarily I would answer don’t worry, however I’m not going to in your case. I suffer from golfers elbow and my bike makes it worse. I would not not buy one because of this (after all what is for me is not for you), raise the issue with bmw and tell them you want to test ride the bike over night. Then plan a good 3 hour route and make sure for yourself. Hope that helps 👍🏻 if the bmw is not for you the Triumph speed triple 1200RS is a good second option (review on my channel) but the bmw swayed it for me.

[@Gmac237]

Thanks for the suggestion Dom 😉

[@Vvvrrrmmm]

Why not the Tuono though?

[@yodomcat]

I don’t think I’ve ever been more stressed than riding that thing! Flashing lights I’m too slow, flashing lights I’m too fast, here’s a wheelie, no don’t wheelie, blah blah. 🙀

[@wilswood8137]

Just come across your video while scrolling & scrolling 😁 Good video, enjoyed watching 👍🏼 I’ve got a superduke 1290r and have bought the same mirrors as you ( of eBay 😂) Do yours move under hard acceleration too ? Very nearly bought a s1000r but they were a little bit small for me , compared to the duke , loved it though, great bike 👌👍🏼 Subbed .

[@yodomcat]

Thanks man! Appreciate it. I did a full review on hjr mirrors vs the bmw and they are much better. still vibe at certain revs but as good as you’re going to get unless you have a triumph bar ends! 😂

[@stasn3715]

What about the famous wobble that s1000r had, is it gone of still present?

[@yodomcat]

No dampener is solid, and I've since dropped a tooth at the front and punch it through the gears. It twitches but not bad, and not like the RR.

[@777geeman]

1980 your a baby Sir (no offence intended) i'm about to buy one or an xr. i'm leaning to R mind and will likely be last bike one way or another. My R1200R @125HP\125NM is getting a bit slow.

[@yodomcat]

It’s a compliment, not an offence! 😂 the XR is quicker and the wind protection obviously very good. A friend in our group has the new one and dare I say it is the better bike. But the R is lighter and more flickable and I can flat foot it. Also worth noting another rider in our group had the last gen XR and said it’s quicker, but missing new TFT if that matters to you. 👍🏻

[@ryanmalone2681]

I think this bike makes sense when comparing against the RR, until you decide it’s going to be your track bike too. Then it give up too much.

[@helgejohan3604]

More fun engine then rr🤙🔥rr only rop end😎

[@vector409]

inline 4's sound the best to me... on full chat.... in 10 years time others will start to agree

[@yodomcat]

Triple howl is the one for me 😍

[@fizzhogg23]

I've never heard of an s1000 singlar

[@yodomcat]

“Single R” 😂 s1000R, as apposed the to s1000RR 👍🏻

[@Freelancer919]

Hello owners. How thirsty this bike is? Should I count on a max of 250km per tank?

[@yodomcat]

That's about right, with 99RON here in the UK being nearly £2 per litre, its gone from a £14 fill up to £22 a fill up and I get around 120 miles of spanking her ass to the tank. So you can achieve more with gentle riding for sure.

[@ryanmalone2681]

The cost of doing shiftcam? Mate, the bikes are pretty much the same price, they just add weight, take away shiftcam, and take away HP, and give no torque. All for a few degrees of back angle? Don’t think so.

[@yodomcat]

Apparently shiftcam will be coming to the M1000R, we will see then if makes the bike the way I think it will.

[@ryanmalone2681]

@@yodomcat What’s the M1000R? Are they coming out with an M version of the hypernaked?

[@yodomcat]

@@ryanmalone2681 yes sir, like they did with the RR. Be a year away.

[@ryanmalone2681]

@@yodomcat Sounds cool, but the M1000RR didn’t go over too well and, unless you plan to exclusively track it, it isn’t the better choice. I only ordered the S1000RR because I gave up on the idea of a dedicated 600cc track bike due to numerous challenges in doing so. I sold my Ninja ZX14r for street fun, consolidated my BMW K1600 GTL and R1250 GSA into a single dual sport and touring bike (kept the GSA), and used the proceeds to get something that could be an adrenaline machine on-road, track bike, and also do some touring. Hence, it needs to be good on-road and not kill me on track as I’m getting into that (600cc would have been a bit more of a gradual learning curve). So the S1000RR was a compromise, and an M1000R/RR is likely to be too much of a compromise. So, not sure that’s a good idea, for me at least.

[@yodomcat]

@@ryanmalone2681 We'll have to see what they release, I think it won't be so track heavy like the RR, but won't know until it comes, but the main thing is BMW bringing shift-cam to more bikes, I think it will become the standard.

[@ryanmalone2681]

Cheapest? This is $1k less than an identical RR and about $1-$2k less than a SFV4S. Don’t compare with a Tuono V4 because that’s cheaper and better.

[@yodomcat]

At this level of cost, most I would imagine would finance (I did), and then that kinda puts them all the same, couple of thousand here nor there is about £50 a month. Personally I can’t get on with Tuono, waaaay too much drama! 😂

[@jay-sea]

sounds like you need an m1000r

[@yodomcat]

It’s on the list!

[@p4wk0r]

Biught my in Jul '21, it's 25000km now, at 12k there were two large noises like something broke inside, soon after that strong vibrations started to come and go, at 18k those vibrations stayed and are permanent, after two hours on highway my fingers getting numb, I have to rub them to get back feeling. I went to my dealer, they told me it's normal and I should ride and observe and they can't do anything about it, I asked them what if the engine blows? I was told it they will replace it under warranty. My question is WHAT THE ACTUAL FCK?! @BMW #BMW Is this premium customer service ?? Is this reliability ?? Or it's some cheap brand nobody ever heard about ?? DON'T RECOMMEND THIS SHITTY BIKE

[@yodomcat]

Sorry you had a bad experience, it is a vibey bike, the R series always has been, for some worse than others.

[@p4wk0r]

@@yodomcat I know it's vibey, knew it before I bought my bike but something broke and vibrations are like 10 times stronger, that's not ok. Don't get me wrong, it's a great bike, I loved riding it unitl it broke. I understand things can break, it's just a machine but I have a warranty and they should fix it.

[@yodomcat]

@@p4wk0r Ah sorry I misread so something really broke. That is bad BMW are not resolving this for you under warranty. In your position I would go to a local trusted specialist (doesn';t have to be a BMW specialist, just a known local tuner) pay them to find out what is wrong and put it in writing, BMW will have to investigate and if they agree fix. If you say something broke, I think a balancing issues, could be weights in the tyres, busted dampener, or a misfire, etc. It will probably be something simple. Check the suspension from Road to Dynamic also. It shouldn't be this way, but I had a similar experience with Triumph and this is what I did to resolve.

[@p4wk0r]

@@yodomcat vibrations coming from the engine, when I ride on highway, constant speed I press clutch bike vibrates but when I press clutch and release throttle they are gone, revving up and they are back. Both local BMW dealers in my area have the same owner, I thought about some tuner or specialist and I think it's the way to go. I've been commenting on BMW Facebooks apges and BMW Motorrad contacted me via Messenger, they assured me they are working on it but I have to wait, it's been a month ago. I hope they will fix it but I no longer trust the brand and my local dealer is responsible for loosing a client.

[@yodomcat]

@@p4wk0r I had Triumph tell me my triple was fine, took it to a local tuner (Ducati specialist) who straightaway saw the rear shock was gone. Simple and cheap fix, but 3 visits to Triumph and they said it's fine. It is your luck, but if you get a specialist to find the problem then get BMW to fix under warranty. My local BMW are great but if I have any issues I go my local mechanic (the one I mentioned above) and have him look first, if cheap I just get him to do it, if expensive then use the warranty.