BMW s1000r sport?

[Monkeynut21]

I’ve just put a deposit down on a 15 plate one. Any things I should be aware of or tips for a happy future?

[scorcher]

Post in the correct section is one tip

[Monkeynut21]

Oops. It’s been a long day, I’m sure one of the mods will move it.

[graham22]

The only common/preventable fault I had was with the clutch cable - check it isn't fraying.

If the adjustor at the lever is set with the open slot facing rearwards, the sharp edges of the slot wears the cable.


Otherwise fine.

[shunt]

Buy it a Hyperpro steering damper, the standard one is crap.

[A1VDY]

Get deposit back and buy a proper bike..

[Unbusy]

BvG/ it’s a jizz machine /BvG

Enjoy!

[Charliecloud]

Make sure the service history is all up to date. Valve check dependent on mileage. It needs to be a good price as MY17 gets quick shifter & auto blipper as standard. Enjoy

[doggydog33]

Look for dried coolant marks on the exhaust after a test ride. They are known to have leaky water pumps. I think the seals can be replaced but mine was done under warranty (2016MY) and they replaced the whole pump.

Regards, DD.

[steve954]

Had mine 15 since new awesome machines, good on the track very fit for purpose on the road!
Totally agree with it needed a upgraded damper

[Don Roque]

Why did it need a better steering damper? Are they a bit flighty?

[Johnny50]

Don Roque said:

Why did it need a better steering damper? Are they a bit flighty?

Can be yes! I fitted the Ohlins one, cira £300 i think.

Mine also had a few things replaced under recall so check they've been done.

IIRC

Inlet Valves
Switch Gear
Front/Side Panel

[Rick1.8t]

I am still mithering about getting one of these or an MT10, the BMW definitely looks to have a sportier riding position which I like.

As far as issues, a friend found quite a lot of metal on his S1000RR sump plug, looked like gearbox shavings but the bike had been used hard on track by the previous owner so not sure this is an 'issue' worth mentioning really....

[airsafari87]

Don Roque said:

Why did it need a better steering damper? Are they a bit flighty?

My 2017 model isn't flighty unless the throttle is fully pinned over a bumpy road, but then it only wiggles a bit and soon calms itself down again without needing to do anything drastic. And to be fair, any bike with decent power would be doing the same thing under those circumstances anyway.

However a pal of mine had a ride of it and came back complaining of the bike trying to buck him off. He also admitted that he was `sh***ing himself' and hanging on for dear life. I guess he had a bit of a death grip on the bars which will have contributed to it.

In the 2 and a bit and 20k miles I've had mine, the only issue I have had with it was with the cruise control not engaging. BMW replaced the control unit under warranty. Other than that it's been perfectly reliable.

[TheCommuter]

airsafari87 said:

My 2017 model isn't flighty unless the throttle is fully pinned over a bumpy road, but then it only wiggles a bit and soon calms itself down again without needing to do anything drastic. And to be fair, any bike with decent power would be doing the same thing under those circumstances anyway.

However a pal of mine had a ride of it and came back complaining of the bike trying to buck him off. He also admitted that he was `sh***ing himself' and hanging on for dear life. I guess he had a bit of a death grip on the bars which will have contributed to it.

In the 2 and a bit and 20k miles I've had mine, the only issue I have had with it was with the cruise control not engaging. BMW replaced the control unit under warranty. Other than that it's been perfectly reliable.

I am also very interested in getting a new s1000r and reviews like the one above where its been used for over 20k miles are most interesting.

Would you get a new one now or wait for the shift cam version which surely must be in development

[airsafari87]

TheCommuter said:

I am also very interested in getting a new s1000r and reviews like the one above where its been used for over 20k miles are most interesting.

Would you get a new one now or wait for the shift cam version which surely must be in development

If it wasn't for the rumour of a new shift cam version coming within the next year or so I would very happily trade my current bike in for the exact same model again.

If you weren't overly bothered about having the new model when it comes out you should be able to pick up a current model for a decent price and with some decent incentives from BMW if you shopped around.

[podman]

The current bike IMHO is a bit of a bargain with the base bike at 11k new and the sport available at not much more.

I imagine that BMW will use the newer engine/refresh to hike up the price somewhat but I cant really fault my (2018) bikes motor
and chassis for lack of performance anywhere so would only buy any (non confirmed!) new model it it offered the same value for money.

My bikes aftermarket screen has caused my bike to get a tad flighty past 140 , a compromise im happy enough to live with .

[Monkeynut21]

Thanks for all the reply’s folks. I’ll be collecting the new (to me) bike tomorrow afternoon. The forecast is for heavy rain, think I’ll take the van and shove it in the back.

[Monkeynut21]

I managed a quick run out before the rain came, hence the dealer photo. It's a cracking bike but very different to my old Fazer 1000.

[rossw46]

This is my '15 plate.

I've owned her for just over a year, coming from an R1, absolutely love this bike, I've had no issues, but then I've not done a ton of miles in my ownership due to my 1st born arriving last year. Mine came very well spec'd, HP4 levers and rear-sets, BMW sat-nav, heated grips, cruise, quick-shifter, Akra pipe, what a machine.