The perfect road bike? 2024 BMW S1000XR review

[@duncanroe577]

Great review. I've had 4 XR's and love them. The current one is 2 years old. Owned it from new done 28,000 miles, a lot of that with the wife on, she's 60 and I'm 66. We go on european tours and both find it brilliant. Ride it like a 600 and its very rewarding.

[@donnyazoff980]

Duncan I am considering an S1000XR and would like to know what sort of reliability issues with the 4 you have owned?

[@duncanroe577]

@@donnyazoff980 I had major issues with an oil leak on my 3rd one., BMW and my local dealer sorted it out . They even gave me a huge discount on the one I have now as compensation. No problems with my current one after 28000 miles in 2 years. Fantastic bike. That said I think BMW have good and bad bikes. I've had courtesy bikes that have been shite. All I would say is buy one of there specials, like a triple black. The finish is better.

[@dstev55]

Ride it like a 600 is an excellent piece of advice for anyone not used to riding an XR. There’s so many videos of the XR being ridden like a GS and comments like it’s lacking mid-range. You’re missing the point!

[@f308Pat]

Great video Tim. I have a 1300 GS, great bike and all that, does everything it says on the tin. But I borrowed the S1000 XR with the M pack (similar to this one) and took it to the Pyrenees and just wow. I was totally blown away by it. What a stonkingly great bike, I didn't want to get off it. So the GS is now sold and the S1000 arrives in 2 weeks time. Can't wait! 🤩

[@kugangles9860]

I love my 23XR. It's flashed and has aftermarket headers whixh transforms the bike completely. Its a proper animal now.

[@dougiequick1]

Nope the reviewers say the new one is way better and they are like gods of all expertise (NOT) I bet the difference is so minimal. 5hp? could easily be a simple lie. HB vibrations might simply be heavier bar ends I BET the new one is heavier "bigger battery" bit idk

[@tomstaubyn2378]

I have a XR gen 1 and still absolutely love it. Test rode the new gs1300 the other days and still preferred the XR.

[@Fatcatztravel1250]

How durable are the XR Motors once it's clocking high mileage without potential engine issues as it's a high reving motor?

[@kugangles9860]

@@Fatcatztravel1250 I can't say for the new shift cam I4 that comes on the M models but the normal XR/R engines last a long time with proper maintenance.

[@inked-96]

Very close to ordering one. Got a test ride booked next week. Top video mate.❤

[@timrodierides]

Thank you! Hope you enjoy the test ride

[@stevecarr323]

Humor and skills. Love your review. Needs a custom aftermarket saddle, as do most motos. Since 1998, I've ridden every BMW moto. My favorites so far? 2016 GSA and 2020 R1250 RT. I'm 72 and just love these bikes.

[@LambChopRides]

Wow loved this review Tim!

[@timrodierides]

Aww thanks hon! x

[@digger3578]

While working at a bmw dealership, I test rode every single bike out there for several years while saving up and deciding what to buy. Settled for a used 2016 xr. From carving the canyons in Southern California to cross country touring, it’s the perfect sport touring bike.

[@alvarobarrera6014]

Any idea on how many miles you can get out of the powertrain before it starts needing major repairs? I'm between the GS and the XR. GS seems nice for regular day to day with its high torque but the XR exudes sporty riding to me

[@SuperSnallygaster]

Added an XR to the garage this year alongside my 1250 GSA. Pretty much agree with everything you’ve said. If I’m crossing continents or anything off-road, I’d take the GS. But for everything else (including track use), the XR is the champ!

[@CeeRTee]

Thanks for the video Tim. This is the bike that ended my MT10 adventure, and you are right its a near perfect all rounder. Took mine to france a couple months back and knew i had made the right decision within the first morning bombing down through the french twisties. Ride like a bell in mega comfort with plenty of luggage and still see 175+ miles range... witch craft.

[@pistolpete6321]

I own a 2021 XR and still love it, going on year 3 in August. Seat isn’t particularly comfortable but that’s about the only negative I can come up with. I usually ride at a moderate pace and easily get 210-220 miles on a full tank of fuel. Truly ticks all the boxes for me.

[@myoshi37]

Check Corbin seats for a long comfortable ride. BMW stock seats are horrible for long rides.

[@specialandroid1603]

Riding a 2022 XR and its the best sports crazy touring bike on the road.

[@robmance1611]

Nice bs absent review as always Tim, love it.

[@pgaribay8487]

Thanks for some great vids. Like I wrote Chopsy I just traded in my R1250RS for this bike but have 2 weeks before I pick it up. Your videos keep me going during the wait. Really nice trip you had on the M10 look forward to the next one Personally I can’t wait to take my new XR to Austria. Great roads and 100 kph on most roads 😀

[@JulioVillavicencio-ru2sn]

I traded my R1200RS for my 2023 S1000XR. Love it!

[@motorbiketoureruk]

Just done a 890 mile day on mine, found it absolutely spot on to come back from the Alps to Devon in one hit. Great bike absolutely love it

[@robbo3106]

Nice review and nearly ordered- but went for Multistrada V4S - very happy with my choice 😊

[@timrodierides]

Thank you! The Multi V4 is such an amazing bike too. Enjoy it when it comes and don't look at the fuel consumption (says the MT-10 owner)

[@kevskibiz]

Great review, I have an s1000r and it’s blistering fast, I suppose this bike has the same engine with more wind protection and comfort win win 👊

[@stevedavies-pp7dp]

I had the K1200s and 170bhp , fancied a change , but didn’t want chain ( I’m lazy and enjoy the shaft ) … certainly didn’t need the power so whilst I looked at the XR I eventually chose the RS and for me it was the wisest choice

[@benkelly2190]

Hey Tim, ol chap, I have not unsubscribed.i love BMW! Hope you still get fed!😎😉😊

[@timrodierides]

Thank you Ben! No one’s unsubscribing, just unsubsidising!

[@benkelly2190]

@@timrodierides 😂 collected my 24 XR TE, 3 weeks ago, in black! Very naughty..love it.

[@MV-XD2]

Great to hear the truth about the “improved” seat. The gen 2 isn’t great either but after trying just about everything on the market the standard M seat plus a Cool Covers seat cover is surprisingly good enough for 3 hours for me, which is more than enough without a break. The annoying indicators can be slightly improved with Weiser Technik Wizards that plug straight in and turn off the rear light function when indicating. Having followed a GS with the same lights for a while they’re actually not as bad as they look. I could see the indicator quite clearly. Standard screen is terrible, MRA Vario with the extension gets rid of the buffeting. It’s personal preference but the XR always makes me feel special, it’s very tame and easy to ride in traffic in rain mode, but after 8k revs it’s ballistic. It’s a great bike but you need to like working the revs. Low end torque just isn’t there.

[@dannykhoury85]

Rode a 23 and then a 24 back to back. Bought the 24. Seat is a way better. I rode for hours with no discomfort. It does push you forward a little. But it was no big deal for me. The bike is awesome. The power and handling is great. Overall a super fun “upright” sports bike. And much less money than a multistrada V4. Very happy with my choice. Nice review.

[@timrodierides]

Thank you! Wishing you many happy miles and no speeding tickets together :)

[@mattmustoe2369]

I’m really looking forward to your touring vids Tim. Keep up the good work 👍🏻

[@timrodierides]

Thanks Matt, I do really appreciate your support. Can't bloody wait to get to the alps in a few weeks - this tour will be a bit more bikey than war-ry. And probably more pizza-ey.

[@mattmustoe2369]

@@timrodierides superb. It’s all good. I’m off to the picos in June, and I can’t wait for that.

[@jaciek189]

The seat is fine, it's just not touring one, but sporty. You just need tank grips with anti - slide texture to hold it tight.

[@Cartsp70]

It’s got a nice pull on the motorway but also it has everything you need cc heated grips , screen , it’s comfortable, fast fun 🎉it’s a brilliant bike

[@dannykhoury85]

Agreed!

[@Cartsp70]

@@dannykhoury85 and if you want a 125cc scooter for in traffic at low speeds just use Rain mode it’s fantastic

[@AliG-iq4gd]

Good review. (and not because you have done a good review of 'my bike') I have around 35,000 miles on series 1 XRs, and love just about everything about the bikes. Ain't perfect, but it is close.

[@danjo911]

Great review 👍🏻. This or multistrada V4S ( lightly used for price parity maybe)

[@richardbains5]

I had one, I found all the power was in the top of the rev range which meant that you were hitting 80mph before the power band kicked in. This made it a not so perfect bike for the road. Sold it and bought something with less BHP and more torque.

[@kgb3410]

What did you buy , out of curiosity

[@chriscleland7008]

I am looking at one of these. If you don’t mind me asking, what did you end up buying?

[@kostasrestas]

i like to have one of these bikes !! if i have it , im getting lot of money after selling it !!! Cheers from Greece man !

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

They did some changes, but now it is even more expensive. :) Great bike overall. Cheers bro.

[@morg8181167]

Great review! I tested a month ago a Tracer 9 GT+, a 1300 GS and a S1000XR : all three the same day, from the same dealer. Spent about 2 hours with each, including a little run with the wife behind. Ended up ordering the XR (all packages, including the M as yours). Please ask question if any 😊

[@timrodierides]

Ah that's interesting! Mine was a press bike - I don't own it. Lots of people are comparing this and the Tracer… I'd find it hard to choose (power vs comfort for me)

[@morg8181167]

My wife opinion: - tracer is the less « pretty », and not as powerfull as the others. Confort was ok. - GS is the most confortable, but seat heating is useless. - XR is the most appealing, but the less confortable as a passenger. But as my previous bike was a Aprilia RSV4, the XR is still verrrry confortable 😂 For me : - tracer was good. Great price/value. But for me you buy a bike cause you love it, not just like it… - GS, did not enjoy the engine : sound, vibrations at low RPM… - XR, loved all 😅 I almost chose the Tracer

[@christianpeersmans]

Hello, can you give some feedback on the quickshifter between the XR and the Tracer ? Thanx !

[@gillesrelin1190]

@@christianpeersmans I honestly don't recall perfectly how the quickshifter was on the Tracer. It must have been ok, cause I remember the one from the GS being not as good as the 2 other bikes. 4500 km on the S1000XR, and I can confirm that the shifter is really very good. I use it 99% of the time (started after the 1000km inspection), and I must have missed a gear twice in those 3500km. I think it was twice going from 1st to 2nd, and ending up in neutral as I did not pull "firmly enough" the pedal.

[@SeanFisk]

@@morg8181167thanks for your input. I love this bike, but I want to be able to take the wife with me. XR vs GS? Does the wife like the XR? Thanks

[@EVILSPAWN1003]

Just got my gravity blue 2024 XR two days ago. 300 miles done and WOW! Just WOW!! That engine, that quickshifter, the comfort, the handling!! It’s a 9.8 out of 10. No it’s a 10 out of 10😊

[@AGM240i]

Is it good for everyday riding ? How is the comfort ?

[@EVILSPAWN1003]

@@AGM240i An amazing bike! Sportsbike performance with touring comfort. Can’t wait to put thousands of miles on it.

[@AGM240i]

@@EVILSPAWN1003 is engine good in lower rpms? Like driving in the city etc

[@EVILSPAWN1003]

@@AGM240i It’s not snatchy if thats what you mean. The fueling is pretty much perfect. For being a 170 bhp superbike-derived engine it’s a peach in the city. This is the perfect do everything bike

[@davidwinfield-bennett7071]

Hey, I had the 2022 XR in grey with matching luggage. Personally I thought it was flat typical of an inline 4 so switched to another GSA which is actually faster off the mark and lots more grunt. Does look nice though, msport 👌

[@timrodierides]

I agree. I feel they need a lower-power version of the 200hp shiftcam engine just to give you some more torque lower down

[@Cartsp70]

@@timrodierides The M1000 XR !!! Next review please Tim 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👊🏽

[@rafikshahnazarian7632]

What a fantastic looking bike 👌great review

[@Mrenji28]

Fantastic review ♥♥♥ "Mein Hintern tut weh" or "Mein Popo schmerzt" 😂😂😂😂

[@Bigleefish]

What a cracking review. I'm also a big lad (6'5") and I'm looking at swapping my S1000RR for this or the 1300GS. I basically want a bigger sports bike that I can do a tour on if I fancy. Is there anything else better than the XR??

[@timrodierides]

KTM SuperAdventure S feels naughtier than the XR. 19” front wheel though. Maybe a Superduke GT?

[@Bigleefish]

@@timrodierides I'll get a look at these too thanks! Keep up the great reviews

[@philiprandall1399]

@@Bigleefish I have just come from an RR to an XR. Very happy (except the seat). I looked at KTM but there are too many stories online about warranty issues and - more importantly - a lack of satisfactory dealer response to warranty issues for me to want to go the KTM route.

[@phillipwilkinson5344]

Looking forward to the history tours. Last years in the Vosges was great.

[@mattiassjodin8966]

Must be absolutly terrifying riding on thoose narrow almost no through corners visabillity! 😮😮😮

[@timrodierides]

That's 90% of country roads where I am - you just need to be able to stop in half the space you can see to be clear. Learned that the hard way 12 years ago coming around a corner to a combine harvester parked in the road... I stopped in time but only just.

[@atomicorang]

Cannot believe you have over 19.3 thousand subscribers.

[@100OKTANTV]

I ridden the s1000xr maybe more than 10k KM for test purposes. Its one of the perfect bikes that money can ever buy.

[@timrodierides]

Yes, but you're also incredibly handsome ;)

[@100OKTANTV]

@@timrodierides SLAYYYYYYY 💅💅💅

[@donnyazoff980]

Great video! Would your MT10 accelerate quicker from stand still than the XR?

[@lestersmyth692]

Very nice indeed albeit at that price I’d like a full front mudguard to keep all the crud and stones etc. from ruining/damaging the engine and rads etc. 👍

[@Curiocrawler]

You got a Thumbs up just for the Intro😂

[@timrodierides]

@@Curiocrawler thanks! Being sensible is overrated

[@Reivbv]

I own an MT-10 SP. Would it still be worth getting this as a 2nd bike? 165bhp MT-10 and 170bhp S1000XR not much of an upgrade but the touring and two-up capability seems good.

[@timrodierides]

Depends entirely on if you want to do two-up touring. I solo tour on my MT-10 SP and love it, no way would I swap it for an XR. If I needed to tour two-up, I'd probably get a GS...

[@Reivbv]

@@timrodierides Thank you so much for writing back. I really appreciate the insight, £ 21k is a lot of money and getting your opinion on it is really helpful. I was already talking to a dealer about getting one. You mentioned the GS but I don't know if I want to go there yet, it is superior for touring but it doesn't seem fun. Do you see any pros for the XR or things it can do better than the MT-10? I know the bikes are technically in two different categories but they seem similar enough haha. I'm quite literally on the fence right now and what you reply here will absolutely influence if i buy it or not.

[@SimpleDialogue]

Really pleased with your review mate, I've been waiting for this bike to come out for a long time. Would be very interested to hear your thoughts comparing it to the 1300 GS if you get the chance to ride it. Ride safe

[@timrodierides]

Thanks! I'm trying to get a 1300GS in to test but I keep sleeping with the PR's girlfriend so keep getting put to the back of the queue ;)

[@Cartsp70]

@@timrodierides lol 😂

[@NeuroticLobster]

The seat feels like sitting on flat board. I rode one of these and couldn’t imagine spending all day on it.

[@spikodemiko5514]

Regarding the slippery seat it might be down to the riding jeans you wear. I had the same problem with my 2022 XR and swapped the standard seat for the supposedly non-slip M Sport seat. Still have the same problem but only when wearing jeans and not with other gear (textiles etc). Anyway, great review with the usual dry humour. Also in my opinion the vibes are a non existent problem and short screens are always the way to go 👍

[@timrodierides]

Thanks for the kind words! Yeah I was thinking I should've been riding with my textile trousers on because they have a grippy leather arse patch. But I don't slide around on many other bikes in my jeans...

[@cmii9966]

Agree with comments about the seat, I was looking to buy one if they improved the seat but unfortunately, they didn't. Is it a tiny bit wider, yes, but painful to sit on for more than 10 minutes. Great bike, too bad

[@TwoGoTouring]

I have a gen2 Msport. If you’re a solo rider / tourer you need to at least try this beast. It’s so easy to ride easy and then there’s warp drive 😂 I’m 6’3 have an MRA screen on it and can ride at 70mph visor up and I have a little anti slip piece of rubber which I just set on the seat and put in my pocket when I get off. My riding has so improved since I got it and you don’t have to ride like an idiot to enjoy it.

[@c9a]

I have a 10 SP like yours which I use for weekend blasts, some track time, and long distance touring. Is a very good bike and I am happy with it. I have it now for 7 happy years. But for some reason I feel the urge to get some new sorry l sport touring bike ( S or M-XR, 25 SDK GT, MTS PP) mainly to add two up touring capability. And I am so confused and nothing I test ride seems to be up to fun of the 10-SP. Your thoughts? Please

[@myoshi37]

Buy the Suzuki GX. I owned an S1000XR and R9T. The 9RT was great but the XR was shite. The XR is and was the best riding motorcycle I have own (12total - 2 BMWs). However, two cams went bad and the last issue was a broken valve that destroyed a piston chamber. The first cm replacement was under warranty but everything else was not. The XR might be ok if you own for less than two years. I never had an engine problem over the past 30 years of riding with Honda, Suzuki, or Yamaha motorcycles.i have also owned several BMW automobiles and still do as I mod them to my preference. I just don’t have confidence in their motorcycle engines.

[@littlefish4270]

Very good review but in reality the bikes suitability depends on the road conditions, Ie, a GS1300 would out perform the XR moderately easily when road conditions are a bit rougher or for touring. The XR though is realistically suited to mainly good road conditions thus would dominate most bikes there.

[@ChipZilla69]

I rode this bike today, the blue one. Amazing machine but the seat is a deal breaker it does push you into the tank. It's also very buzzy. If you touch the hand guards it's like touching a tuning fork. Great bike but hard to live with was a daily i think.

[@gianni3774]

Also with the wunderlich comfort seat?

[@ChipZilla69]

Normal seat​@@gianni3774

[@habibi750]

Was it a 2024 model?

[@ChipZilla69]

​Yes, great bike but think it would be better on track or in Spain where they have better roads. I rode a Yamaha MT10 today and think it's s better road bike with more accessible power. I'm trying to ride as many bikes as i can to see what i like.​@@habibi750

[@ChipZilla69]

Yes it was​@@habibi750

[@Ray-g2z]

What would you rate a better road bike comfort and living with, this or pikes peak multi?

[@timrodierides]

I've not ridden the PP Multi sadly

[@didaddy]

Great review as always. How about showing off your linguistic skills on the Yamaha XSR 900 GP.

[@timrodierides]

I've been promised a go on one :) In a month or so

[@didaddy]

@@timrodierides excellent. Looking forward to it

[@ski3435]

As I understand, the navigation system on all BMWs with the TFT screen is to put it nicely, a challenge to use. Your thoughts?

[@timrodierides]

I find it one of the easiest to use!

[@Mat-qh2ko]

The seat is terrible so I fitted the Wunderlick and problem solved! These bikes are way better than the boxer range which feel pretty boring and tame in comparison.

[@nerradnevar]

My only concern is the seat - will I be uncomfortable after 90 mins

[@TucsonDude]

At least you can stand up to stretch unlike cruisers and sport bikes.

[@Coatsey007]

I have three bikes, and RT 1250 R, an S 1000 R and Ducati Diavel V4, and this was going to be for sure my next purchase but the raising of the seat and the inability to lower it with the end package has cost BMW my purchase, and I would suspect, quite a few other peoples.

[@kevinroark5815]

Bloody hell, the bike looks tiny next to you 😂

[@washingtondcmotorbiker]

I tested the BMW M1000XR yesterday awesome bike.. But i am 5-9 i would like to lower it 2 inches or more do you know lowering options on this model ?

[@diyeveryday67]

I am 5’10” with 32” inseam and find the bike a perfect height, just on balls of my feet if I need 2 feet sown(rarely). Buy the bike, you will love it! I have riden previous generations with factory lowering kit, just not the same. Good luck!!

[@kevinroark5815]

Has this update fixed the vibrating problem.

[@fentontaylor9021]

Im interested to know if you prefer your MT-10 AP or this S 1000 XR??

[@rosco950ss7]

I'm trying to decide between the basemodel tuono or this. the Tuono is far cheaper and was heading that way but after this video I'm not sure...

[@fyorbane]

The Tuono motor is far more engaging, more powerful, faster and the Tuono handles better. Oh and it sounds the best. The XR is more comfy and roomy. I went for the Tuono and have never regretted it.

[@occyman]

Test rode one for a day, XR even now still has horrible hand numbing vibrations …why BMW can’t fix this is crazy.

[@BIGGGESTAL]

That's what I was afraid of. My Multistrada has none

[@stocks7765]

@@BIGGGESTAL Have a 24 MS V4S and it vibrates also.....

[@BIGGGESTAL]

@@stocks7765 Mine doesnt

[@Coatsey007]

I enjoyed your video, thank you. I’d love to see it compared to Ducati Diavel V4.

[@timrodierides]

Thanks! I've reviewed the Diavel last year, they're chalk and cheese in most ways. I had more fun on the Diavel V4 though...

[@Coatsey007]

@@timrodierides Oh, interesting. I have one, rode a lot of your, 4 weeks last year and the same this year. I found it to be better at touring than I thought it would be and wondered if they might be similar.

[@caledoniawarrior]

So which is the higher performing bike? The xr or the s1000rr?

[@Captain-Donut]

Subbed ‼️‼️ 🙏❤️ Love from Scotland ❤️🙏

[@timrodierides]

Thank you!

[@Reivbv]

Will the bike feel stale and boring since I already have an MT-10 SP?

[@timrodierides]

Hmm, it's as fast, but doesn't really have the MT-10's hooligan appeal if that makes sense. Also the engine can't match a crossplane 4 for character :(

[@davidporter9131]

What happened to the TE pack. Everything extra in one good value bundle.

[@TucsonDude]

Would this bike replace my 2014 S1000R and 2014 R1200GS? I'm looking for a general purpose bike that's semi-comfy.

[@mikegodfrey2221]

I have a 1250gs but was thinking of the 1300 -but this seems like it might be in the running -I do like low down torque -how does the S1000xr compare ?

[@Mulepick]

I get an annoying buzz in the footpegs at freeway speed.

[@gerardc79]

I enjoyed the video well done. I'd be very disappointed to spend that much money and get that seat and those vibes. No such problems on my '98 VFR so I can't understand how BMW can get the little details like that so wrong

[@QuickShiftMoto1]

Interesting! I had a 2023 MT10 and now this 24 S1000XR. It’s feel this bike has more mid range than the MT which disappointed me in that department

[@timrodierides]

Yeah, perhaps it's that the S1000XR's midrange is smoother whereas the MT10 has some peak in it (emissions…) which send the front wheel skywards every now and then

[@QuickShiftMoto1]

​@@timrodierides I agree. THE MT had huge rush above 7500 rpm but below that I was disappointed over time. I think this XR is stronger everywhere above 4000 rpm. The MT maybe has a little more torque at the bottom of the rpm range. All in all the new XR engine is just sublime! I wasn't considering an XR from my experience with he Gen1 and older Gen 2 XR, but I freelance for our local BMW dealer and ride all BMW models all the time. He gave me a new XR for a day and I bought it there and then. Simply amazing.

[@Fatcatztravel1250]

When i sold my 2016 XR, which i absolutely loved, and bought a GSA1250 was only due to the new XRs terrible seat! We like touring, so GSA it was. I still miss the XR. I cannot understand how that seat was approved by the factory test riders, considering its a complaint from almost all XR rider's! Not sure if i will keep the GS, and do not like the styling of the GS1300. So, want XR performance and handling with a comfortable seat. Mmmm.... Really enjoy your humour!

[@Pccart1121]

Could you not just buy an aftermarket seat?

[@Fatcatztravel1250]

@Pccart1121 The first XR model seat was perfect. When I wanted to buy the new model, it had the terrible seat. I did not want to pay out an extra R6000 to get a custom seat which might not have made it that much more comfortable due to the seat area design. Love tge 24 XR it might tempt me if I can do a long seat test ride as we enjoy touring.

[@barney3417]

I am a BMW fan boy and had many of them but no more!! They really know how to take your eyes out when it comes to pricing!!!If they could charge you for wheels they would!

[@timrodierides]

Sadly that's how they stay in business...

[@Cartsp70]

The wheels are included in the price! Unless you want carbon ……. I’d say go for carbon 😂🙌🏼👌🏽 . I’ve had and ridden loads of different bikes, I even tried the crazy Zh2 Kawasaki but I’ll be honest, I got back on my XR and it’s just better, it may not be as fun but (and I’m no expert) imo a bike has to be easy to ride and easy to live with day to day, the Zh2 is fun sure but it’s the little things like you have to press the cc button 500 times before it activates and by that time you’re already home ! I agree with you though they’re brilliant bikes 👍🏾

[@gilbarr1926]

How is the zh2 power in a sport prospective and handeling twisty roads compare to the s1000xr? I am an owner of a 2023 h2 sx (more havier than the zh2 but same HP) and I am thinking of buying the s1000xr but I like more sportier rides from 0-130 mph and I am not sure the s1000xr can deliver what my h2 sx gives me. I know all the advantages of the xr for every day driving, but I am looking for the sportier ride. I will appreciate your answer 🙏

[@Dean-does-Stuff-81]

hey Tim, I lovescribed to you hahahahaha

[@timrodierides]

Hahaha thanks love

[@hyperthunk]

Love these bikes, but not sure I'd take it over the multi. Neither one appeals as much as the KTM GT, and with the 1390 GT spy shots looking like it is finally more attractive than the squished bugs after a long jaunt, I'm hopeful I'll have won the lottery by the time it's released so I can buy one. Great review as always.

[@timrodierides]

Thank you! I always wanted to love the SDGT but it was always a bit too small for me for a touring bike. Which is odd, because I felt more comfortable on the naked SDR!

[@hyperthunk]

​@@timrodieridesI am very surprised the SDR feels more roomy to you! Mind you, Lamb Chop is also a tall chap, and likes the SDR. 🤔 I test rode the GT last year and was happy with the comfort even though it's no GS, but I couldn't stomach the looks.

[@dougiequick1]

The thing that swayed me away from the XR? Is how many used one are for sale compared to certain other models you can hardly find one locally...is that a valid way to evaluate? admittedly not unless one knew how many are sold...but I dont see a crap load so I am just guessing they dont sell utra well given the price but what do i know

[@ski3435]

Maybe the reason you don't see many used XRs for sale is that their owners love them and don't want to part with them!

[@kgb3410]

​@@ski3435totally agree

[@garysmall3094]

Thought u might off mentioned the big ktm, maybe another run on the ktm 2c if u miss it 🤔 lol

[@ccousinsr32]

With the same engine, same 17” wheels, and same equipment (heated dynamic cruise shift damping control pro fandango) coming as standard on a S1000R, why not just plump for one of them and bang a back box on it? The lack of a screen is probably a positive given your comments about the taller screens on the XR’s (which I also agree with), and you’d save yourself thousands of deutsche marks

[@chrisconstanti160]

This or MT10 SP as an all rounder including some solo touring?? Thanks Tim!

[@malcolmhansen8276]

My son owns a Gen 1 XR, and I have a MT. I like the MT for its hoonability and mid range grunt, but the XR is way better for longer rides. And the GS is better again. Horses for courses!

[@timrodierides]

I'd echo what Malcolm's said! I've not toured on my MT yet (will be doing so in a few weeks), but it's not going to be the most comfy bike. But I think the engine and grunt will make me love it once I'm in the alps.

[@malcolmhansen8276]

Having said that, I should clarify mine isn’t a SP, so the very firm ride is tiring on a long backroads run so Tim yours will be better there. And I have a slightly higher screen etc, but that does not a touring bike make. But on a good smooth fast twist road, there’s nothing better as it’s way smaller and more nimble than the XR. I imagine you’ll love it in the alps!

[@ImperialManiac1]

In your review of the previous bike you said GS was better? What's changed

[@timrodierides]

Well spotted and thanks for calling me on it! I think it’s more a stage of my life thing - I’m enjoying inline 4 motors more than I used to!

[@emmanuelgeorge4112]

Would you recommend the GSXS1000GX?

[@timrodierides]

Hey! I've not ridden it yet, I'm a bit behind on my Suzukis at the moment...

[@buzzburb1]

What is this problem with vibes, I`ve got a 2019 XR triple Black, I`ve been riding for 40 years on all genre`s the most vibes on a bike I owned was on the ZZR 1400, it came in around 12000 revs but at that speed that was the last thing you were concerned with, I bought a BMW 1250 R when I retired first Boxer engine I`d ever ridden and last it was like riding a taxi and nobody complains about the vibration sound and vibration, The XR is the answer for aging sports bike riders with bad backs , its awesome get over the vibes,

[@pajownik]

Great bike. Still, my 1290 SAS trounces it in every aspect that matters to me. Biased owner opinion. I don't get why would someone compare it to 1250 GS. Too different.

[@Maximus77s]

Not a conventional comparison, bear with me- BMW XR1000 or Suzuki Hayabusa? Both sport touring beasts with a different approach my thoughts: Looks- Busa Engine- Busa Reliability- Suzuki Electronics- fair fight but most go to the XR Position Comfort- XR Seat comfort- Busa Price- Busa What do you think?

[@timrodierides]

I agree with you - I think the handling would go to the BMW. I'd find it hard to choose though...

[@diyeveryday67]

XR over busa in all categories except: Engine The Suzuki engine is Buttery smooth.

[@gerryryan2302]

I resubsidized ..I’m sorta wondering how or where you can use these bikes now ..I can’t see the enjoyment in these machines on public roads .. 2 gears and your done basically

[@timrodierides]

You have to know some quiet roads and have a fairly sizeable risk appetite...

[@Yii00T]

Makes my Gen1 S1000R seem cheap and a bang for buk. Has all that and wasn't like buying a KTM and having yo add all the stuff on lol.

[@damytzeus]

high seat fixes sliding into tank

[@egbk2069]

How do you mean? Do they balance out/raise the front section ?

[@damytzeus]

@@egbk2069 high seat raises front section

[@wl660]

For a bike that might have miles put on it, I wish the reviewers would do more details on running and servicing costs, 0lus warranty etc. A bit more factual based, not just opinions.

[@diyeveryday67]

In the US the warranty is unlimited miles for 36 months. You can purchase an additional 4years warranty for about $1000 usd. 7 years of unlimited mileage warranty for $1000 - Yes please!!

[@motorcyclemichael2182]

This bike or mt10?

[@gianni3774]

Wanted to know the same

[@drewyager4020]

A SDGT will be close

[@static369]

You sir, are a tall person!

[@timrodierides]

So I hear!

[@DavidTysdal]

Take all my money please!! 😳

[@bensisko2443]

nice bike, if only they'd sort out the potholes...

[@theoaggelopouloz]

How tall are you this bike looks small next to you 😯

[@timrodierides]

I'm 6'3"

[@GC-xy2ec]

I've never liked the S1000xxr "bucket".seat. can't believe BMW get the seat wrong...😔

[@benkelly2190]

The 24 does not have the bucket seat, any more. It’s gone.

[@timrodierides]

See that's what I was expecting Ben, but it felt just as buckety to me :( Your buttocks may vary! I've just bought my first mountain bike in 20 years and am rediscovering what proper seat pain is :D

[@benkelly2190]

@@timrodierides agreed my arse appears to be made of granite! But I’d did compare a 23 bike,the bucket edges have definitely reclined!

[@DucatiDale]

Seems a vlogger can’t post a vid of any bike without someone saying my gs is better You rode the multi v4? If so this or that

[@lold6130]

I sat on a couple of XR's & the seats were terrible. They push you forward into the tank & crushes your nuts. Terrible!

[@timrodierides]

That's wot I said innit! It's odd no one at BMW notices during development