BMW S 1000 R versus Harley-Davidson Low Rider ST
BMW S 1000 R
Naked
Harley-Davidson Low Rider ST
Cruiser
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2014 bis 2024~
Built von 2022 bis 2024~
RRP 16.000 €
RRP 24.295 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- Full of performance ...
- .. but still easy to control
- high-quality workmanship
- cool sound
Pros:
- Steam from below
- fat sound
- comfortable sitting position
- good chassis
- good brakes
- good wind protection
- Integrated Cases Series
Cons:
- Pillion operation only for emergencies
- Sitting position for some people probably too sporty
Cons:
- Front fairing mounted carelessly with visible screws
- Heavy vehicle
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.450 mm
Length : 2.090 mm Height : 1.115 mm
Seat : 814 mm until : 830 mm
Weight : 199 (max: 407 ) kg
Length : 2.090 mm Height : 1.115 mm
Seat : 814 mm until : 830 mm
Weight : 199 (max: 407 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.615 mm
Length : 2.365 mm Height : 1.160 mm
Seat : 720 mm
Weight : 327 (max: 526 ) kg
Length : 2.365 mm Height : 1.160 mm
Seat : 720 mm
Weight : 327 (max: 526 ) kg
Engine
Motor design: In-line four-cylinder 4-stroke 4 Cylinder
Displacement: 999 ccm
Hub: 50 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 999 ccm
Hub: 50 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Motor design: Milwaukee-Eight™ 117 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.923 ccm
Hub: 114 mm
Hole: 104 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Riemen
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 1.923 ccm
Hub: 114 mm
Hole: 104 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Riemen
Aisles: 6
Performance
Maximum speed: 261 km/h
Performance: 165 HP at 11.000 U/Min
Torque: 114 NM bei 9.250 U/Min Tank contents: 17 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 266 km
Performance: 165 HP at 11.000 U/Min
Torque: 114 NM bei 9.250 U/Min Tank contents: 17 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 266 km
Maximum speed: 190 km/h
Performance: 106 HP at 5.020 U/Min
Torque: 168 NM bei 3.500 U/Min Tank contents: 19 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 344 km
Performance: 106 HP at 5.020 U/Min
Torque: 168 NM bei 3.500 U/Min Tank contents: 19 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 344 km
Chassis
Frame type:
Aluminium composite bridge frame, motor supporting (aluminium) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 120 mm) Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 117 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tyres: 190/55 ZR 17
Aluminium composite bridge frame, motor supporting (aluminium) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 120 mm) Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 117 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tyres: 190/55 ZR 17
Frame type:
Double loop tubular frame (steel) Front suspension:
43 mm upside-down telescopic fork with three spring rates and alloy triple clamps (130 mm travel ) Rear suspension:
Central shock absorber with hydraulic preload adjustment and twin-tube shock absorber (travel 137 mm)
Rear suspension:
Triangle swing Tyres at the front: 110/90 B19 62 H
Rear tyres: 180/70 B16 77H
Double loop tubular frame (steel) Front suspension:
43 mm upside-down telescopic fork with three spring rates and alloy triple clamps (130 mm travel ) Rear suspension:
Central shock absorber with hydraulic preload adjustment and twin-tube shock absorber (travel 137 mm)
Rear suspension:
Triangle swing Tyres at the front: 110/90 B19 62 H
Rear tyres: 180/70 B16 77H
Brakes
Front brake
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 220 mm)
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 220 mm)
Front brake
Double disc, four-piston fixed caliper brakes (∅ 300 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, two-piston floating caliper (∅ 292 mm)
Double disc, four-piston fixed caliper brakes (∅ 300 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, two-piston floating caliper (∅ 292 mm)
Conclusion - what sticks
The S 1000 R is basically a double R, from which the fairing has been removed and the torque curve on country roads has been optimised. It is super sporty, which can be an disadvantage and a disadvantage at the same time. If you want to sit upright on your streetfighter, you are out of place here. If you are looking for proximity to the front wheel and asphalt, you will find it here!In any case, we had tons of driving fun and did not feel overwhelmed despite the immense performance. This is exactly why you have to compliment BMW: Not all manufacturers succeed in putting such a grenade on the wheels for (almost) everyone. To anticipate misunderstandings: Of course, this motorcycle is not a beginner's machine!
The test machine was kindly provided by Bergmann & Söhne in Pinneberg - thank you!
Conclusion - what sticks
The new Low Rider ST delivers what it promises: Sportand Touring. At first glance, you wouldn't believe how sporty you can be with it. Of course, it is neither a proven curve robber nor a machine for beginners, it is simply too heavy for that. If you can handle the weight, you get a real power cruiser without a lot of frills. At its heart is the outstanding engine with the outrageous torque feeling.The test machine was kindly provided to us by Harley Davidson Kiel . There the Low Rider ST and many other Harleys will be on display and looking forward to test riders. By the way, Harley Kiel is "Harley Dealer of the Year 2021" - and rightly so. The guys there are just super nice and especially sympathetic is the house dog, with whom you can play throwing sticks for hours.
