Review: 2020 BMW F 900 XR Off-Road and On-Road | In-Depth Handling, Specs, Price

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BMW came to market with a new entry in their sport adventure lineup, the 2020 F900XR. In this review we go through all of the details regarding this new entry to the sports-touring or sports-adventure motorcycle market.
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[@LongWayHome]

Anything else about the 900XR you would like to know?

[@random_cocaine4667]

passenger comfort ,tank mileage, short enough for 5,7" height folks? top box setup?

[@outty77]

does it wheelie?

[@yachatruc]

Can you make a comparison between the f900xr and the f750gs? Being both road oriented touring bikes think it could be a fair comparison.

[@gunarslodzins]

How does it compare to Versys650 and Versys1000?

[@banestock]

What’s the engine like compared to the 790 duke parallel twin?

[@BillReitz]

That was a very good review. You covered all the areas I want to know about including night riding. Many other channels forget about that part of riding.

[@bdimon]

This is the best review of this bike that I have seen. You told me how it works in various scenarios. Great job!

[@markmurphy1995]

Great review! 👍🏻 Good to see you out of the garage and on the road! 😁

[@joshuafernandez4295]

First time someone spoke about heat and front dive, thank you so much

[@AnCuth123]

Informative and entertaining. Thank you for that. Keep up the great videos.

[@lesleyleeuwerink3298]

Great review, with the usual humor. Keep it up!

[@fentontaylor9021]

As always, I enjoyed this video, especially your sense of humor!

[@maldridge7630]

You are the best, there's just no other way to describe your work! 🙂

[@Scootir185]

Thanks for another great review! Really enjoying your content. Well produced, funny and right on target. One of my new favorite channels. Keep it up! You’re awesome.

[@LongWayHome]

No Scott! You’re awesome! :) or “breathtaking” as Keanu would say.

[@glenns6923]

Thank goodness you bloomed out of your cocoon....hope to see more outdoors stuff, thanks for the review , nice bike ... I'll stay with my 1250GS, but nice bike.

[@strokenumber3]

Excellent review , great format .

[@AnkushSharma-is9fb]

Better review than most of channels out there 👌🏻👍🏻

[@raulciska7503]

Heck of a great review . . . well done!

[@lyndon8353]

Some crazy camera angles going on there ... great review 👍🏼

[@stelianmihailescu3537]

Great review !

[@IdealBike]

Nice review, you've pointed out exactly what a buyer needs to know before he decides to buy it. Greetings!

[@oliviermissal8739]

Really good review of the 900 XR,great job🤙🏼 sad that you didn’t tested the model with the bigger screen.i was curious to know the wind protection but hey I will just have to test ride it myself👏🏻

[@thekellgrenadventure7772]

Great job, Dude!

[@Milen4u]

Greetings from Bulgaria! Good review, fun and informative at the same time! Good idea about including the night ride. It confirms my decision of not specking my bike with the cornering lights.

[@alanottley]

Able to get out and ride finally? Great review!

[@cpuuk]

A real review- thanks.

[@scottlucas4408]

From another Scott L i look forward to a Friday night to see what you have posted. Keep up the great work

[@LongWayHome]

My schedule's been hectic for the past couple of weeks. Still trying to get 3 videos per week out, but you're getting something tonight :D

[@piersdenney]

Best review of the F900XR I've seen...

[@marcgardner9865]

Awesome review my friend.

[@arabianjules]

Oh man what a funny great review loved it, riding one this morning :) been looking forward to it, this could be the bike to replace my 02 VFR!...a bigger screen is available ;)

[@ronaldwhite5670]

Good review thank you

[@skandix]

Good review!

[@bogdanpopescu7417]

Salut,urmaresc de mult canalul,nu m-as fi gandit ca sunteti din Romania. Tineti-o tot asa! 👍

[@pistolpete6321]

Great review! I’ve never actually seen a road paved by babies but I’ll keep looking!

[@moody9931]

You make some pretty damn good content. Just found your channel but definitely worth a sub. Don't think BMW are actually selling this as an off roader. You can have an adventure on tarmac too 🤣

[@rrdk77]

Really cool review

[@sickunit2096]

Nice review 👍🏼

[@jamesklauzner6938]

Very much enjoyed your unbiased review of the 900XR. It would be really interesting to see a review of the Tracer GT since these two bikes seem to be targeting the same market segment.

[@bradleyalexander5821]

“Captain America” reviews a sport touring BMW, now that’s big news indeed. 👍🏼 😎 🇺🇸 🌎

[@jsprite123]

Nice review! I haven't ridden the new F900s, but I have sat on them on a BMW dealership. Both bikes felt top-heavy, compared to the S1000RR, S1000R, and R1250R.

[@johnrocker2986]

Good stuff love humour!

[@WildOn2sVlog]

Nice review of the bike 🙏

[@36moto]

Really enjoyed this review ‘ I’ve ridden one recently and loved it but I agree with the size thing, it’s a bit toy like for a taller rider... 👍

[@uncleroach]

closed track and kilometers per day - awsome

[@timsollesse2956]

Oh nice review, going to test ride one👍

[@adhisankar8586]

Very useful review.

[@jaywhoisit4863]

So now that you’re at 20k subs, companies are lending you their bikes. Great work bro. I was with you at 2k subs. From 🇰🇪

[@LongWayHome]

Luv u Jay! BMW was kind enough to give me bikes pretty much from the beginning, but I really didn’t have the time. The 900XR video was about 40 hours of work compared to the 6 hours of a normal episode. This year however i’ve planned things so I can do a LOT more bike reviews.

[@kevinarmstrongyoutube]

I like bigger hooter. Torque is king. The keyless ride and the TFT is civilized. I now have another use for cruise. Itch itch. Great review.

[@brucekendall52]

I suspect this model is going to be a sales success for BMW.Thks.

[@asrisani4470]

Hi, Great info, anyway can u share about tiger 900 pro review. Much appreciated to hear from u . Cheers

[@daniilrusanau5849]

Thanks for the review! Also, kudos for your good English! As a feedback, the background music was a bit distracting to me. Cheers!

[@cengizkurban]

Beautiful motorbike. Easy to ride and very efficient. Stick on the roads and country side.

[@Maximus77s]

First of all like your review's, Thanks for that. We would really like to see a comparison head to head between the XR900, The new Tracer mt 09 and the Ducati Multistrada 950S. That would be something to see..

[@XLAdvRider]

I never accepted the "adventure" modifier on the first XR nor this one (like you) either. Adventure to me means: dirt-ability (no), wind protection (no), gear capacity (maybe), fuel range (no). As a sports tourer looks like a lot of fun but like you also, wouldn't buy with my own money. Great review.

[@MohithAB]

Great review man. You should do motorcycle reviews more often. I would love to hear your observations about Yamaha T7 and KTM 390 ADV.

[@peterstimpfle9424]

Yes I agree and compare with the BMW 900XR

[@jimenagulla9081]

@@peterstimpfle9424 ? Not in the same category

[@glennktm990]

Good audio while your riding in the video!

[@sathishrao7926]

A comparison with Tiger 900 GT is highly anticipated !

[@philmorrow2446]

Brilliant to see you out of the hutch! Nice bike but would I buy one! No. I'd buy a tenere and spend the difference on fuel etc. Good review bro.

[@dennisalon7868]

“…a lot of kilograms over normal.” 🤣🤣🤣 Hilarious! Great review.

[@edsyphan3425]

Great job. Only question, you mentioned it was not for taller riders. What would you consider the upper limit?

[@norlinger]

Thanks for your test - lots of useful information. Have you tried the bike with a top difusor in the windscreen.? Can you please inform what holder system you have for your iphone.

[@petroosabdollahian1648]

nice video, is this motorcycle suitable for daily use? in city as highway and on weekend touring, what is your advice. when I choose between Yamaha Tracer 900 or BMW s1000XR model 2015?? anyway I enjoy these reviews

[@manfredhettenkofer282]

Great review and funny. Well done! Since I own a F900XR I'm biased, but I do agree with almost everything that has been said in this review. My height is 1.82m and yes, the footpegs are a little bit too high up also for my taste, considering that one needs a lot of lean angle in corners in order to scratch the asphalt. BMW could have lowered the pegs 1.5 - 2cm and it would have been fine. Other than that I added a riser to have a more upright riding position and to bring the handlebar closer to me. I also changed the sport windshield with a larger aftermarket windshield. Both changes are a must if you go on longer tours and freeways. I have done over 5k of miles on all types of roads on this bike and those two mods made a big improvment. My XR has all the electronics that are available for safety and convenience and I must say, I love it. That is also the reason that I choose the XR over the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT, which does not offer the same features the F900XR. There will be a situation where you will need a little help from the state-of-the-art safety features this bikes offers. Although Teh Tracer's engine is notably more responsive and sportier than the BMW's.

[@diyeveryday67]

@manfredhettenkofer282 I also have a F900XF…what screen did you replace the sport screen with and do you like it? I am 1.78M. Thanks from the States!

[@marcoapdantasify]

Hi ! Thanks for the videos. Concerning ergonomics and a comfortable upright posture, what BMW bike would you recommend for a 1.84 kg 110kg guys ? Also, would the Yamaha 9GT be a best option? Thank you.

[@mineshallnotbeinfringed9676]

Lol all in his head. :) I LOVE it, thank you

[@trekkydelirium-vroom5821]

With scrambler tires like Pirelli MT60RS, the F900XR would be great on gravel & light dirt roads. If BMW reduce their price, i could be tempted to replace my CB500X next year. My budget is more limited because of Covid19, so maybe i will wait for the futur improved V-Strom 650/700 XT in 2021.

[@ashleydsouza5663]

This is the perfect bike for India 😍

[@jacocoetzee1206]

Thanks

[@LongWayHome]

Baie dankie :D

[@jameshart9734]

Super test ride finally a man who speaks the truth not all the normal bullshit thank you

[@sharagan]

Hello, if I may ask, what do you think about the ride comfort (suspension), wind protection and turning circle compared to a GS? Thanks in advance.

[@peterstimpfle9424]

Very interesting review and final words about would you buy one with your own money. In this regard I think it is over priced for what it is, compared to let's say the Yamaha Tracer.

[@LongWayHome]

You would be surprised. Will do a comparison with the Tracer 900

[@alpergerson6951]

Can you compare 900XR with Triumph 900GT Pro. Sitting position, handling, accelaration and electronic and quickshifter? Thanks.

[@vwryan78]

What phone mount are you using in the nav dock and does the charging work without any extra wiring? I've tried a few and so far none of them are charging like they should. Just picked up my F900XR last week and trying to sort this out.

[@ed.t.hansen6499]

Yes hi seat ; and bars back for sure

[@MrAndrew1953]

If it had shaft drive I'd be interested. I'm 5'8 ideal height or too tall. Can Dave handle chain to shaft drive conversions?

[@saddlesore_adventures]

Looking at familiar places i visited suddenly i realized you are from Romania! lol.

[@ntandel20]

How does it compare against Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro

[@454bard]

That would be a great power plant for a GSA

[@thumpersquid]

Was Dave your pillion rider? Didn't hear him complain about the seat at lease

[@TheWAP5]

18L fuel tank would have been better. I hope BMW brings it out asap along with adjustable front forks.

[@Bojanglesz89]

I’m 1.95m (6 foot 5) with long legs. You say this is not a good bike for tall people, but I also heard the saddle comes in different heigths. If I get it at maximum height, would it be enough?

[@MrJohnnyorange]

Which bike would you then recommend for tall guys?

[@aloksunny13]

Do you think tracer 900 would be more comfortable for taller riders?

[@roythompson2632]

Fuel economy.? Small tank worries me. Very hard seat too for more than short days journeys?

[@AmorJenhani]

What is white light blinking at the top of the screen on 0:50?

[@timsollesse2956]

What about the luxury seat, is that higher?

[@ed.t.hansen6499]

Touring option to get seat heights, option is not available in Thailand . I must buy the comfort seat

[@sv7017]

Ok, so I finally could watch this review. What I don't understand is why you ask in a previous post for questions we have for this bike. None of this was included in the video.

[@LongWayHome]

Because I totally forgot about it....

[@sv7017]

@@LongWayHome At least honest and answered.

[@joshnnik]

Why do the XR graphics look more like X2 on the red version?

[@dfleon75]

👍

[@MrRGM10]

Now we need mts 950 comparison anyone would be kind to do it!

[@doodle0007]

finally you left home..... :p btw I am 178 and I feel I am too short for this bike

[@benh4928]

Non adjustable forks on a bike priced so high?

[@anneakhil5331]

does it have wheelie control ???

[@xchalibur77]

14:37 Imagine a pillion how cramped would be. It has max 20 cm in the back. We wouldn’t want to much comfort for the passenger.

[@AnkushSharma-is9fb]

Pillion comforts, luggage, top box?

[@ianesslemont5876]

Great review but how many miles can you get out of a tank of petrol?

[@tonyross5799]

Ideal conditions (no head wind, light load, highway riding) 350 km (220 miles)

[@ZsoltBoda]

So a naked with extra steps? :) BTW: what is that phone holder?

[@WirelessGriff]

There was a couple of seconds image of the fuel filler cap (but sadly no mention). In our summary that the big is not quite large enough, I assume it’s dimensions are smaller than the 1000xr?

[@LongWayHome]

Hey Hugh. Of course. S1000XR for the big boys coming up next.

[@WirelessGriff]

Thanks. Great review btw, first Episode I have seen of yours outside the garage...!

[@LongWayHome]

Watch my Adventure playlist. It’s great.

[@trekkydelirium-vroom5821]

Its me or the exhaust pipes going out of engines of BMW F750GS, F850GS & F900XR are rusting so fast in just a few months!?!?

[@blazeoconnor9899]

I think adventure sport suit the motorcycle beacuse it has adventure motocycle ergonomics. Sport Touring i think is more like the kawasaki h2 sx beacuse it has sport motorcycle ergonomics.

[@fernandohawk]

Is that the very same GPS adapter you had reviewed about a year ago? So long so good?

[@LongWayHome]

Yup. USB ports have started rusting away and not being reliable for about a month though.

[@LongWayHome]

Good spot!!

[@martythompson6509]

I just bought one, then I saw your video recommending it. It's now for sale.......... Just kidding mate. Your review helped formulate an opinion on this bike. It's great to get a variety of opinions from GP riders to wobblers at the other end of the spectrum...... like yourself.... 😉

[@LongWayHome]

I literally went “Whaaattt?!?” after reading the first sentence. Enjoy it. It’s a lovely, fun bike.

[@martythompson6509]

@@LongWayHome 12 months on and no regrets. SCProject pipe sure makes it sound very "unBMW".... Dunlop mutants give me sealed and unsealed road options. Even handled some single track and creek crossings. It's slow steering, but the stability trade off is worth it. No reliability issues, except it needs a battery tender if left for more than a few weeks at a time. Unlike my Kawasaki's which start first time every time regardless of duration. Definitely opt for the comfort seat. Or get the stock one rebuilt. At 5' 11", it's very comfortable. Only real criticism is dealer service related, not bike related.

[@lizzamaepanitan4626]

May I ask your profession, sir? Need it for educational purpose

[@johnprice8625]

I wanted to get into adventure riding what would you suggest the 390 KTM or the BMW 310

[@matthewberry577]

Have a look at the Honda CB500X.

[@MrRGM10]

Wait for the new 490 ktm

[@toddmaki3098]

I have a 2018 G310GS and have put almost 30,000 miles on it so far. About 4 to 5k of that was off road / single track / fire roads in Calif, AZ, New Mexico, Texas, Utah and Tennessee. It has never failed me nor has it had any major problems. I replace my tires at just over 18,000 miles and I am just now changing my chain and sprockets, I have still not worn out my original brakes. I hit the red line on it daily and push it hard every day. Freeway it will handle 65 to 80 mph easily, and I have had it to a GPS speed of 98, 102 on the speedo. I traveled from Southern CA, to Memphis Tenn less than one month after I bought it, 4600 miles round trip with side trips here and there. It has never used a drop of oil and consistently get 59 to 62 MPG. my vote would be for the G310GS because you can get one now, brand new for $4700 and unlike every other MFG BMW gives a 3 year 36000 mile warranty.