The BMW M 1000 XR Will Blow Your Mind

The NEW 2024 BMW M 1000 XR was officially launched this month and I was lucky to get a test ride to review this brand new M model. All I can say is that it is the most exhilarating machine that I have ever ridden, huge power even at low revs... Better than the Multistrada by a long way, it is the bike I have been waiting for, comfortable and ballisticly fast all in one.
Get yourself a test ride booked, call Sycamore Motorrad in Peterborough and don't forget to tell them that Fen Tour sent you. (you then get a free cuppa, some biscuits and on a Saturday a bacon sarny!) www.bmw-motorrad.co.uk/sycamo...
00:00 Introduction
00:42 First impressions
01:34 What a beauty
02:04 Riding the B660
02:55 Other bikes to consider
04:38 How fast?
05:25 What a machine
06:22 No GS replacement
07:05 Rapid
07:59 Two finger braking
08:11 Calm down
08:25 Seat comfort
09:15 Anti Wheelie control
09:35 Rider modes
09:54 Cruise Control luxury
10:05 Screen options
10:36 Looking at the outside
12:23 Comfort and speed
15:11 Competition Pack
15:49 Carbon Wheels
16:23 Back on the road
17:17 Overtake
18:43 Corners
19:19 Going slow
19:39 More corners
21:06 Fast
21:47 Stop for coffee
22:09 Stealth
22:43 Luxurie
23:10 Conclusions
24:02 I have ordered one!

[@TwoGoTouring]

I’m fortunate to own a GS Adventure and a S1000XR Msport. The XR is so so easy to ride and is just fun from start to finish. I’m 6’3 and have an MRA screen on it and the wind protection is better than on the GS. It has made me a better rider confirmed by my wife who rides pillion on the GS quite a bit. The handling on the XR is just so good. If you’re a solo rider I would highly recommend this bike as an all rounder 👍

[@FenTour]

Thank you for commenting, indeed as you say it is a very good complimentary bike for a GS owner. Cheers...

[@jaseo7150]

Great video. Congratulations on the new purchase!

[@FenTour]

Than you very much.

[@AnotherHipster]

Cracking review I watched it twice today, fun to see you having a laugh and it looks like an incredible bike. I'll be test riding a 1300 soon but i'll be keen to try one of these out for size. Out of my price range for now though 😉

[@FenTour]

Cheers Jack, 1300 is super too but this is another level of excitement. Just wait until you are 58 and your children have left home then you will be able to have one easy!

[@TwoGoTouring]

I’ve watched this video three times now just to get a laugh because you just sum up how I feel every time I go out on mine. 😂 It’s just such a great bike and the basic S1000XR with full luggage , dynamic pack etc comes in at £20k for those that might think of trying an XR and comparing to a 1300. Can’t wait to hear you Fen when you get the bike 👍

[@FenTour]

Haha you must be a sucker watching 3 times. Anyway I am being totally real on this, the MXR is way more exhilarating than the Multistrada I was considering and makes my R1250GS feel like a tank! I am very excited and can’t wait for delivery.

[@alanfuller1664]

Great review, Martin… great road to review this bike on too. Enjoy the bike when it arrives 🏍🤙🏻

[@FenTour]

Cheers Alan, yes it’s a superb road that one.

[@mariowoodsN5]

I loved his laugh along the way as he twisted the throttle! The excitement in his voice, yep gotta have one‼️❤️‍🔥

[@markjones3551]

Great bike …well impressed…I need to try one…..you still got the big 14 though hopefully 😃

[@Oldblackblood]

Great video. Traded in my gs1250, got an early viewing on the last bank holiday. Done the deal on the spot. Delivered Wednesday white, carbon wheels. Unbelievable machine, only done 120miles , still running in so much power. Not as comfy as the gs but so much better.

[@FenTour]

Sounds good, those carbon wheels are a must I would say. Not long now for me...

[@Jacko1980]

I’ve got a gsa and really fancy this, would you say it was much less comfortable? My gsa is an all day mile muncher, super comfortable but I’ve always fancied a super quick bike

[@QuentinNicholls]

Just watched your review as I own a modified gen 1 and having tried a gen 2 a while ago, was a bit disappointed, so stuck with my 2018 gen 1. However this bike is clearly a massive game changer. I saw one in Oundle a couple of weeks ago when I was test driving an old Jag so I stopped to take a few pics. I now realise it was you at Beans having a brew. Thanks for the insight and great review, I shall be off to Sycamores to book a test ride ASAP.

[@FenTour]

Ahhh yes I saw you looking, there were quite a few people stopping to look whilst I had lunch. Enjoy the test ride, it will I am sure impress. Please do say hi to Ian, Mike and Dan from me. Please do let me know how you get on?

[@tlpoe222]

I've just had my 1st service on my M1000XR, what a bike, great review. I must say that on mine the mirrors are pretty useless after 4000rpm, and bars are a bit vibey, but the handling is 2nd to none, I have the white M without the carbon bits on (couldn't justify another £5k plus). Also still getting used to the cable clutch, I was used to a hydraulic clutch before, but the bike is everything i need, and it turns in like a superbike, amazing

[@mariowoodsN5]

Great review, I’m on the list for one here in the states.

[@FenTour]

Sooooo good, will be worth the wait.

[@mariowoodsN5]

I’m so torn as I bought a 2017 CB1100ex 2 yrs ago in red and love it but when I saw this and it’ beautiful lines and an M series I was sold❤️‍🔥🤦‍♂️

[@mariowoodsN5]

I’ve ridden all my life, motocross and street and long distance, I’m 68 and cranking along good👍

[@FenTour]

@@mariowoodsN5 I am loving my M1000XR it’s just mega.

[@mpkback]

I've ordered one too! Apparently I'll get it mid-June. I love the look of the black, but not the extra £5,000 so I've gone for the white. May still spec the carbon wheels though as my RR had them and it was the best front end I've ever had on a bike.

[@FenTour]

How exciting is that, luckily mine is being delivered to Sycamore tomorrow! So not long to wait now. I have gone for the silly expensive Comp Pack, however at my age and with children now independent I am spending the money whilst I am alive… maximum smiles, minimum bank balance!

[@tbcthebikingchannel4601]

Is it possible so soften (or stiffen) the suspension in the various ride modes or are they all preset and locked? E.g. i can fully customise my Multistrada settings in each mode (e.g. touring mode suspension set to softest and soft, and sport to harder and hardest). I do know a couple of the modes on the M1000XR the suspension will automatically adapt to conditions, but is there also the option for me to adjust it? Thanks!

[@FenTour]

To a degree for sure, but as for multiple levels not just two I will be able to answer that once I have the manual!

[@tbcthebikingchannel4601]

@@FenTour thank you! Looking to get one but would be comfortable with a little more info! (Which the dealer struggled to provide 😒👎🏻)

[@FenTour]

@@tbcthebikingchannel4601 I think you need a test ride. The Multistrada I tested was quite harsh even in the soft setting. The M1000XR is not harsh at all in the Road setting, and yet more than accurate for stable riding. I think the carbon wheels help considerably too. Cheers.

[@FenTour]

@@tbcthebikingchannel4601OK it’s raining so sadly reading the instruction manual. You will be pleased to hear that there are 14 x levels of damping available if you wish! However I have just left it on auto in road mode and it’s near perfect. (Now covered 350 miles)

[@tbcthebikingchannel4601]

@@FenTour thanks for taking the time to get back to me! I had a good ride on one at the weekend (in the damp, sadly). In the road and dynamic modes the suspension auto adjusts to conditions, race pro 1 and 2 are fully customisable 👌🏻. The salesperson was very helpful

[@PeterAndrewH]

Just traded my M1000R and my R1300GS for the Competition version of this, it’ll take the best of what I love about both of those bikes and give me just the one which will score me big time with the better half!

[@FenTour]

Apart from luggage the MXR is a do it all bike for sure, especially the fast bit!! 800 miles in now and I am addicted.

[@tonydare7614]

Congratulations! If I had those roads, I'd take one for a test ride. But my Livewire One makes a better city weapon 🙂

[@FenTour]

Yes this bike is indeed wasted for a city, that reminds me to give the Energica Ribelle a run out this week. Cheers...

[@tonydare7614]

@@FenTour Indeed! Unfortunately most bikes are wasted and I'm 95% an urban rider having almost always lived in Paris or London before. I've owned 20 or more sports bikes, roadsters and trial bikes but I've hardly ever had as much fun as on the Livewire. I'd also like to test the Energica, probably Ego. But the solution would be to move to a greener place not change bikes for me.

[@FenTour]

@@tonydare7614 indeed making a bike last is a more sustainable solution.

[@petervautmans199]

Hello, I ride a 2019 model XR I bought new in mai 2020, on a daily basis, for over 25k kms a year in my commute around Brussles and Antwerp. You catch it well when U say no other bike gives you so many smiles. On the other hand, you ride the bike like a GS, short shifting etc. I shift between 9 and 10 and cruise around 6000 rpm, so i have instant power when i need or would like it. My XR totally changes caracter over 7500 rpm. So I would suggest trying again when it is unlocked. Sadly the MXR is not suitable for my needs , because no luggage and shorter end gearing, so I will have to settle for the 'normal' S1000XR, when time comes to trade in mine. (has 100k kms now)

[@FenTour]

Thank you for watching and commenting. Short shifting was the only option as the limit was set at 7000, once run in it will be 14000 or there about! The pull though at the low revs is much, much harder than my R1250GS. As you say no panniers make it less attractive for touring and as such will keep my R1250GS when this arrives.

[@alpineacres8042]

I'm with you, I'd upgrade my S1000XR to an M in a heartbeat if they offered luggage (bonus points if I could use the luggage I already have). It's a must have for me, while absolutely bonkers fast, this is a touring bike. If I'm going to carry everything on my back, I'd just take the S1000. I typically do ~200 miles on my rides, carrying something to eat, water, and more clothes is an absolute "must" for me. I've never even had the rear case off the bike since I bought it!

[@FenTour]

@@alpineacres8042 I have the small seat bag ordered, I think it will suffice for short tours (spare undies and a tooth brush) though will still with the 1250GS for bigger hauls.

[@alpineacres8042]

@@FenTour If I didn't already have a S1000XR, I might do the same. I've gotten used to the space in the top case though now (and it is a very nice case, if a bit expensive), no way a tank bag would do it for me anymore. I did the full Akra/Brentune on my bike, it's so fast it's silly, but, like money, you can never be too rich or have a motorcycle too fast! ;) I'm hoping they'll add the bags at some point (the mounting points) back to the M variant. Until then, I'm just fine with keeping that money in the bank, I love my bike and don't need the temptation!

[@markettradinggenius]

Fen Tour, is this bike as good and comfortable as the Triumph Rocket 3R ?

[@FenTour]

Never ridden a Triumph, guess they are very different.

[@markettradinggenius]

@@FenTour Fen, the Rocket 3R will probably never be as fast and certainly NEVER be as nimble as the m1000XR :)

[@FenTour]

@@markettradinggenius indeed, but I would guess a lot of smiles regardless.

[@AldredsquashUk]

Can a top box be fitted on the m1000XR?

[@Air50HE]

No

[@FenTour]

Sadly not, no pannier fixings either. I have a bag to go on the back seat that will suffice.

[@andrewbox5073]

Hi ya Great vid but How can you do a proper review of a new bike limited to 8000 rpm ? I think you should ride a Ducati RS or Pikes Peak to realize a nice bike

[@FenTour]

The Ducati PP was going to be my next bike, but after riding a standard Multistrada (same engine) I was rather disappointed. I will properly review the MXR once my MXR is run in and allowed over 7k rpm.

[@PeterAndrewH]

The V4S Multistrada and the Pikes Peak are like tractors compared to this, I know, I’ve owned them both.

[@carlhibbert5260]

I bet you was blown away with the price tag aswell!

[@FenTour]

Yup so much less than the Multistrada, even with every option ticked.

[@expatbiker6598]

​@@FenTouractually multistrada is 5k cheaper than this. Give it 1 year and price drops will start.

[@FenTour]

@@expatbiker6598 Multistrada Pikes Peak £26500, the RS is £32000, the MXR is £22500 or for Comp pack £27000. So BMW is less for the equivalent. Standard Multistrada is more akin to the SXR so again BMW cheaper.

[@benkelly2190]

It’s an expensive bike for a reason. You can tell by the component parts. Sadly some just can’t see it. It’s a cracking looking bike Fen. I am collecting my standard 24 XR on Friday! Nice review cheers.👍🏻

[@FenTour]

Ohhh how superb, the standard XR with it's updates will make you smile; hope you have a super day on Friday.

[@benkelly2190]

@@FenTour cheers pal, I’m sure I will.👍🏻

[@FenTour]

@@benkelly2190 I collect my M 1000 XR next week!

[@benkelly2190]

@@FenTour did you get the full, Monty? I originally wanted, the M- minus the comp package! Then I got all, sensible! 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@FenTour]

@@benkelly2190 in for a penny in for a pound! The full Monty!

[@alpineacres8042]

Was that bike still locked (hadn't had it's first service yet)? If so... You think that's fast? Just wait. When you get the first service and then unlock the full rev range, the power is just about doubled. That engine makes it's HP high in the rev range. Put another way.. You ain't seen nothing yet.

[@FenTour]

Yes was locked with a max of 7k. Considering the 14k redline the power will be totally mad.