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2015BMW S 1000 RR

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The 2015 BMW S 1000 RR is a track-focused superbike designed for experienced riders seeking extreme performance and precision handling. It combines a lightweight aluminum frame with advanced braking technology and sophisticated electronics including adjustable ABS and traction control to deliver uncompromising power delivery and cornering capability. Best known for its race-derived engineering and competitive edge on both road and circuit.

Capacity: 999.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 175.5 kg
Seat height: 815 mm
Power: 190.4 HP (142.0 kW) @ 12500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2015 BMW S 1000 RR

vs the 2014

Spec	2014	2015
Torque	112.0 Nm (11.4 kgf-m or 82.6 ft.lbs) @ 9750 RPM	113.0 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.3 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM
Top speed	201.2 km/h (125.0 mph)	197.2 km/h (122.5 mph)
Dry weight	178.0 kg (392.4 pounds)	175.5 kg (386.9 pounds)
Front suspension	Upside down telescopic fork and empty	Upside-down telescopic fork 46 mm, compression and rebound stage adjustable
Rear suspension	Ast aluminium swing arm, Continuously adjustable rear inbound-rebound damping, high and low speed	Aluminium 2-sided swing arm, compression and rebound damping adjustable
Front brakes	Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. ABS.	Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
Rear brakes	Single disc. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. ABS.	Single disc. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper.

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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Inseam (optional)

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At 815mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2015 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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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 999.0 ccm
Power: 190.4 HP (142.0 kW) @ 12500 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 183 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: FBMXC01.0K46-009
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 7.81 L/100km (30.1 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 6.3 CO g/km
Torque: 113.0 Nm (11.5 kgf-m) @ 10500 RPM
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 7.80 litres/100 km (12.8 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 1.0849 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 80.0 x 49.7 mm
Compression: 13.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

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

Performance

Top speed: 197.2 km/h (122.5 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1425 mm
Overall length: 2050 mm
Overall width: 826 mm
Overall height: 1138 mm
Seat height: 815 mm
Dry weight: 175.5 kg
Wet weight: 204.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.50 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 4.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminium composite bridge frame, partially self-supporting engine
Front suspension: Upside-down telescopic fork 46 mm, compression and rebound stage adjustable
Rear suspension: Aluminium 2-sided swing arm, compression and rebound damping adjustable
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 120 mm
Rake (fork angle): 23.5°
Trail: 97 mm

Brakes & wheels

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

Other

Color options: Red/white, black, white/blue/red
Comments: 4 mode, disengageable Race ABS and DTC (Dynamic Traction Control).

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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	2014	2015	2018	2023	2027
Capacity	999 cc	999 cc	999 cc	999 cc	999 cc	999 cc
Dry weight	183 kg	178 kg	176 kg	180 kg	175 kg	175 kg
Seat height	820 mm	814 mm	815 mm	815 mm	833 mm	831 mm
Fuel capacity	17.5 L	17.5 L	17.5 L	17.5 L	16.5 L	16.5 L