BMW S 1000 R versus Yamaha R7

BMW S 1000 R

Naked

Yamaha R7

Supersport

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BMW S 1000 R im Test

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Yamaha R7 im Test

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Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2014 bis 2024~

Built von 2021 bis 2024~

RRP 16.000 €

RRP 10.249 €

Ausführliches Test-Video von Motorradtest.de

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Competitors

Pros:

Full of performance ...
.. but still easy to control
high-quality workmanship
cool sound

Pros:

Transmission and clutch precise and smooth running
lively engine with wide usable speed range
light, agile, sporty
accessible sportsman for everyone

Cons:

Pillion operation only for emergencies
Sitting position for some people probably too sporty

Cons:

Sitting position tiring in the long run
technically very spartan equipped
optional QuickShifter without blipper

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

Wheelbase: 1.395 mm
Length : 2.070 mm Height : 1.160 mm
Seat : 835 mm
Weight : 188 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

Motor design: Reihentwin 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 689 ccm
Hub: 69 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
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

Maximum speed: 216 km/h
Performance: 73 HP at 8.750 U/Min
Torque: 67 NM bei 6.500 U/Min

Tank contents: 13 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 289 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

Frame type:
Tubular bridge frame (steel)

Front suspension:
Upside-down (travel 130 mm)

Rear suspension:
Central strut hinged via lever system, rebound and preload adjustable (spring travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm

Tyres at the front: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) (tubeless)
Rear tyres: 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) (tubeless)

Brakes

Front brake
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 220 mm)

Front brake
Hydraulic double disc brake (∅ 298 mm) Rear brake
Hydraulic disc brake (∅ 245 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!

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