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2013BMW S 1000 RR

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The 2013 BMW S 1000 RR is a track-focused superbike designed for experienced riders seeking maximum performance. Powered by a 999cc inline-four engine producing 193 horsepower, it delivers aggressive acceleration and razor-sharp handling. Best known for its advanced electronics, titanium components, and dominance in international superbike racing, this machine represents the pinnacle of German engineering and sport bike technology.

Capacity: 999.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 180.5 kg
Seat height: 820 mm
Power: 193.0 HP

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What’s new for the 2013 BMW S 1000 RR

vs the 2012

Spec	2012	2013
Engine capacity	999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches)	999.0 ccm (60.96 cubic inches)
Power	190.43 HP	193.0 HP
Torque	112.00 Nm (11.4 kgf-m or 82.6 ft.lbs) @ 9750	83.0 Nm (8.5 kgf-m or 61.2 ft.lbs) @ 9750 RPM
Top speed	—	193.1 km/h (120.0 mph)
Weight	178.0 kg (392.4 pounds)	180.5 kg (397.9 pounds)
Fuel capacity	17.50 litres (4.62 gallons)	17.40 litres (4.60 US gallons)
Front suspension	46 mm Upside-down fork, rebound and compression adjustable	Upside-down telescopic fork 46 mm, compression and rebound stage adjustable
Rear suspension	Cast aluminium swing arm, Continuously adjustable rear inbound-rebound damping, high and low speed	Aluminum 2-sided swing arm, compression and rebound damping, high and low speed adjustable
Front brakes	Double disc. Race ABS. Can be switched off.	Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. ABS.
Rear brakes	Single disc. Race ABS. Can be switched off.	Single disc. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. ABS.
Wheelbase	1,432 mm (56.4 inches)	1422 mm (56.0 inches)
Cooling	Liquid	Oil_air

Other years 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail2%

Cornering96%

City riding35%

Daily riding38%

Touring30%

Two-up22%

Track99%

Best for: A pure sport superbike for track days, canyon carving and spirited road riding where outright speed and precision are the priority.
Built for: A ferocious, high-revving inline-four with electronic wizardry and MotoGP-derived aero. Explosive, focused and thrilling at the very top of its class.
Not ideal for: Beginners, comfort-seekers, two-up tourers or anyone wanting relaxed daily commuting. No off-road ability whatsoever.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 820mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2013 BMW S 1000 RR, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 999.0 ccm
Power: 193.0 HP
CO2 Emissions: 2 CO2 g/km
Torque: 83.0 Nm (8.5 kgf-m) @ 9750 RPM
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 41.00 litres/100 km (2.4 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 1.0693 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 80.0 x 49.7 mm
Compression: 13.0:1
Cooling system: Oil_air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Multiplate clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch, mechanically controlled

Performance

Top speed: 193.1 km/h (120.0 mph)
0-60 mph: 2.60 seconds

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1422 mm
Seat height: 820 mm
Dry weight: 180.5 kg
Wet weight: 204.6 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.40 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 3.80 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminum composite bridge frame, partially self-supporting engine
Front suspension: Upside-down telescopic fork 46 mm, compression and rebound stage adjustable
Rear suspension: Aluminum 2-sided swing arm, compression and rebound damping, high and low speed adjustable
Front wheel travel: 119 mm
Rear wheel travel: 130 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.0°

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. ABS.
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. ABS.
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-17
Rear tyre: 190/55-17

Other

Color options: Red/white, grey, black, white/blue/red

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2009	2013	2014	2018	2023	2027
Capacity	999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches)	999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches)	—	999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches)	999.0 ccm (60.96 cubic inches)	999.0 ccm (60.96 cubic inches)
Dry weight	183.0 kg (403.4 pounds)	180.5 kg (398.0 pounds)	178.0 kg (392.4 pounds)	179.5 kg (395.7 pounds)	175.0 kg (385.8 pounds)	175.0 kg (385.8 pounds)
Seat height	—	820 mm (32.3 inches)	814 mm (32.0 inches)	815 mm (32.1 inches)	833 mm (32.8 inches)	831 mm (32.7 inches)
Fuel capacity	—	17.41 litres (4.60 gallons)	17.50 litres (4.62 gallons)	17.50 litres (4.62 gallons)	16.50 litres (4.36 US gallons)	16.50 litres (4.36 US gallons)
Color options	Mineral Silver metallic, Acid Green metallic, Thunder Grey metallic, Alpine White/Lupine Blue/Magma Red.	Red/white, grey, black, white/blue/red	Granite Grey Metallic Matte/Alpine White, Racing Red/Alpine White/Sapphire Black Metallic, Sapphire Black Metallic,	Racing Red/Light White, Granite Grey Metallic/Black Storm Metallic	Light White/M Motorsport, Passion Red, Black Storm Metallic	Light White/M Motorsport, Sport Blackstorm Metallic

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 5 open recalls

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITIONJul 2026 · 26V478000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 S 1000 RR US, and 2020-2026 S 1000 RR motorcycles. The vibration of the motorcycle may cause an internal component of the ignition lock to fail, which can cause the instrument display, rear lighting, and other systems such as ABS to fail, or cause an engine stall while riding.

Risk: An engine stall or failure of electrical systems such as the instrument display or ABS, increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: The remedy is currently under development. Letters informing owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed September 14, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCHFeb 2026 · 26V115000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2026 S 1000 RR motorcycle. The turn signal reset button can be unintentionally activated at the same time as the turn signal, resulting in an inoperative turn signal. As such, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: Turn signals that fail to activate as intended increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: A dealer will replace the combination switch, free of charge. The motorcycle has not yet been sold and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 20, 2026.

COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATIONJul 2025 · 25V480000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 F 900 GS, F 800 GS, R 1300 GS Adventure, R 1300 GS, S 1000 RR, S 1000 R, and K 1600 GT vehicles equipped with the optional emergency call system. The emergency call system (eCall) may have been deactivated due to a software programming error.

Risk: In an emergency, first responders may not receive notification of the crash or emergency location, increasing the risk of injury to riders.

Remedy: The electronic control unit software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

SERVICE BRAKESFeb 2023 · 23V123000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 S 1000 RR motorcycles. The motorcycle hand brake lever may not function correctly, reducing brake performance.

Risk: Reduced brake performance can extend the distance required to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the hand brake lever fulcrum pin, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 25, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STANDDec 2012 · 12V585000

BMW is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 S 1000 RR motorcycles manufactured September 2011, through December 2012. Due to a manufacturing fault, the side-stand attachment bolts could start to loosen. The loosening of the side-stand bolts could cause the stand to separate from the frame of the motorcycle.

Risk: A separation of the side-stand could cause the motorcycle to fall, causing a risk of injury.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will clean the sidestand mounting plate threads and replace the side-stand mounting plate bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].

Source: NHTSA. View all BMW recalls →