BMW S1000RR > Gixxer 1000 - Page 4

z06boy · 02-10-2010, 10:38 AM

A guy on the R1 forum did some testing and a write up on the new Bimmer and he loves it too. It's a biased opinion but still interesting imho.

"Let's start with the handling. It almost feels like a 600, it's very close to a GSXR 750 but more stable. Indicating 178 mph on the back straight it felt like it was on rails. Easy to flick around, holds a line with no problem.

Traction control. Un-effing-believeable. Works like a charm. Past the apex you can hold the throttle wide open and no slip. Smooth delivery the whole way. There are 4, actually 5 settings. "Rain", "Sport", "Race", "Slicks", and all traction control off.

In the "Rain" setting it feels like a 600 with lots of torque. Ultra smooth and softened throttle response. As you go up the settings, it gets more and more aggressive. In the "Slicks" mode (for use with racing slicks) it breathes fire.

I rode my bike down a gravel pathway in the "Rain" setting, first gear, snapped the throttle wide open and IT WOULD NOT SPIN THE REAR TIRE. Another coach tried the same on grass and...no slip.

Power. Depending on the traction control setting you can basically dial the type of bike you want. From mild to wild. Like I said earlier it was indicating 178 mph down the back straight (in 5th gear, still pulling, another gear to go but had to brake for the corner coming up rather quickly). The power delivery is very linear but it still feels like an in-line 4 vs a big twin.

Quick shifter. Way better than an aftermarket. Sounds like an automatic transmission and feels like it too. Hold the throttle open and hit the lever when you want to upshift. Like buttah.

ABS. Mash the front brake lever as hard as you want and the ABS takes care of the rest. It was really helpful slowing down from 178mph going into a second gear turn. The sensitivity of the ABS is coordinated with the different traction control settings.

It has been a long time since I was as excited about bike.

I've ridden the new R1, GSXR 1000, Desmosedici, ZX10, etc and this one is by far my fave."

ceo012384 · 02-07-2010, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by shmike

*facepalm*

Homeslice · 02-08-2010, 02:58 AM

Not sure why BMW is sponsoring a stunter, as that's not the target market for this bike. Plus they'll already sell every one of them for full list price anyway, so they don't need extra publicity.

azoomm · 02-08-2010, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Homeslice

Not sure why BMW is sponsoring a stunter, as that's not the target market for this bike. Plus they'll already sell every one of them for full list price anyway, so they don't need extra publicity.

They sponsor two.

Dave · 02-08-2010, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Homeslice

Not sure why BMW is sponsoring a stunter, as that's not the target market for this bike. Plus they'll already sell every one of them for full list price anyway, so they don't need extra publicity.

probably trying to avoid some of the problems harley has now where your base is starting to die off and you dont really appeal to the youth..

Amber Lamps · 02-08-2010, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave

probably trying to avoid some of the problems harley has now where your base is starting to die off and you dont really appeal to the youth..

Too late for that! You have to be at least 30 before you even consider a BMW for the most part...at least until now.

tommymac · 02-09-2010, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Dave

probably trying to avoid some of the problems harley has now where your base is starting to die off and you dont really appeal to the youth..

they also need to justify the extended swingarms they will soon be making and a kit for a 300 tire

marko138 · 02-09-2010, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by TIGGER

Too late for that! You have to be at least 30 before you even consider a BMW for the most part...at least until now.

Sorta...I would love to have a HP2Sport, but for the price tag. But I'm also knocking on 30's door.

However, this new bike doesn't interest me much. Looks are decent, and the tech seems awesome. But I prefer the Vtwin layout...but if I was gonna buy another 4 I'd look hard at this bike.

Homeslice · 02-09-2010, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by marko138

Sorta...I would love to have a HP2Sport, but for the price

How much?

I always liked how those bikes looked.........Not sure how it would handle crashes though, with that engine layout

Speedracer42 · 02-10-2010, 11:07 AM

Rumor has it at our local race club a former #1 plate holder is coming back and racing the BMW. And he still is VERY VERY fast. I can't wait to see if this plays out to be true.

02-10-2010, 10:38 AM	#1
z06boy Letzroll Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Lake Norman area, NC Moto: 07 Red R1 & 07 Blue R6 Posts: 5,265	A guy on the R1 forum did some testing and a write up on the new Bimmer and he loves it too. It's a biased opinion but still interesting imho. "Let's start with the handling. It almost feels like a 600, it's very close to a GSXR 750 but more stable. Indicating 178 mph on the back straight it felt like it was on rails. Easy to flick around, holds a line with no problem. Traction control. Un-effing-believeable. Works like a charm. Past the apex you can hold the throttle wide open and no slip. Smooth delivery the whole way. There are 4, actually 5 settings. "Rain", "Sport", "Race", "Slicks", and all traction control off. In the "Rain" setting it feels like a 600 with lots of torque. Ultra smooth and softened throttle response. As you go up the settings, it gets more and more aggressive. In the "Slicks" mode (for use with racing slicks) it breathes fire. I rode my bike down a gravel pathway in the "Rain" setting, first gear, snapped the throttle wide open and IT WOULD NOT SPIN THE REAR TIRE. Another coach tried the same on grass and...no slip. Power. Depending on the traction control setting you can basically dial the type of bike you want. From mild to wild. Like I said earlier it was indicating 178 mph down the back straight (in 5th gear, still pulling, another gear to go but had to brake for the corner coming up rather quickly). The power delivery is very linear but it still feels like an in-line 4 vs a big twin. Quick shifter. Way better than an aftermarket. Sounds like an automatic transmission and feels like it too. Hold the throttle open and hit the lever when you want to upshift. Like buttah. ABS. Mash the front brake lever as hard as you want and the ABS takes care of the rest. It was really helpful slowing down from 178mph going into a second gear turn. The sensitivity of the ABS is coordinated with the different traction control settings. It has been a long time since I was as excited about bike. I've ridden the new R1, GSXR 1000, Desmosedici, ZX10, etc and this one is by far my fave."

02-08-2010, 02:58 AM	#3
Homeslice Elitist Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SF Bay Area Moto: Gix 750 Posts: 11,351	Not sure why BMW is sponsoring a stunter, as that's not the target market for this bike. Plus they'll already sell every one of them for full list price anyway, so they don't need extra publicity.

02-10-2010, 11:07 AM	#10
Speedracer42 Kneedragger Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: PDX Posts: 170	Rumor has it at our local race club a former #1 plate holder is coming back and racing the BMW. And he still is VERY VERY fast. I can't wait to see if this plays out to be true.