Highlights of the new BMW S 1000 RR: •Increased power output and torque: 146 kW (199 hp) at 13,500 rpm and 113 Nm (83 lb-ft) at 10,500 rpm. •Even better rideability thanks to increased torque from approx. 5,000 rpm upwards as well as a more linear curve. A broad plateau of peak torque available in the rev range from around 9,500 up to 12,000 rpm. •Re-engineered cylinder head with new duct geometry, new intake camshaft and even lighter intake valves. •New intake system with shorter intake lengths, larger airbox and full E‑gas ride-by-wire. •Reduction in weight of 4 kilograms to 204 kg with a full tank of fuel (making allowances for equipment). •New exhaust system weighing around 3 kilograms lighter without a front silencer. •Riding modes “Rain”, “Sport” and “Race” as standard plus the option of the Pro riding mode with two additional modes, “Slick” and “User” (configurable), for optimum adaptation to riding conditions. •Launch Control for flawless starts as part of the optional Pro riding mode feature. •Pit-lane speed limiter for maintaining an exact speed in the pit lane as part of the optional Pro riding mode feature. •New, lighter frame structure with an optimised blend of rigidity and flexibility for more traction, greater precision and clear feedback. •Refined chassis geometry for even better handling, increased traction and unequivocal feedback at the limits of performance. •Fully adjustable spring elements with optimised negative spring travel for more banking clearance and greater agility. •Further improved version of electronic Dynamic Damping Control (DDC), familiar from the HP4, as an ex-works option. •Race ABS with optimised set-up. •DTC traction control with precision calibration in 7 +/- steps. •HP Gear Shift Assist Pro for fast clutchless upshifting and downshifting as an ex-works option. •New electrical system with a more powerful sensor box and lighter battery. •Electronic speed control as an ex-works option. •More sophisticated instrument cluster with extended array of functions and wide variety of information. •Completely restyled bodywork for an even more dynamic design language. •Innovative colour schemes with three individual characters: Racing Red / Light White, Black Storm metallic and BMW Motorsport.
Posted on: Mon, 06 Oct 2014 08:22:02 +0000
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