BMW’s litre-bike features a liquid cooled in-line four cylinder that develops an impressive 143.7kW @ 13,000rpm (red-line is 14,200) and a very tidy 112Nm of torque at 9,750 revs.
The S 1000 RR engine houses titanium valves and very small, ultra light-weight cam followers. BMW quotes a dry weight of 183kg, and a wet weight of 204kg – which increases to 206.5kg with optionoal race-spec ABS (front supplied by Brembo).
Multi-mode traction control and HP Gearshift Assist (for clutchless up-shifting) are also available as cost options.
With an aluminium tank, frame, swingarm and 10-spoke cast wheels the light weight machine features an alloy sub-frame which is made from four separate castings. The engine also serves as a load-bearing element.
Available in Mineral Silver, Grey or Acid Green (as shown) the S 1000 RR will also be available in white, blue and red factory livery at no additional cost.
Full pricing will be announced shortly before the Australian sales debut in early 2010.
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