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2010BMW S 1000 RR

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The 2010 BMW S 1000 RR is a cutting-edge liter-class sportbike engineered for experienced track-focused riders. Its 190 hp inline-four engine delivers aggressive performance and precision handling, establishing BMW as a formidable competitor in the superbike segment. Known for advanced electronics and German engineering, it became the benchmark for performance and reliability among sport bikes.

Capacity: 999.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 183.0 kg
Seat height: 820 mm
Power: 190.4 HP (142.0 kW) @ 12500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2010 BMW S 1000 RR

vs the 2009

Spec	2009	2010
Power	190.4 HP (140.0 kW) @ 13000 RPM	190.4 HP (142.0 kW) @ 12500 RPM
Torque	112.0 Nm (11.4 kgf-m or 82.6 ft.lbs)	112.0 Nm (11.4 kgf-m or 82.6 ft.lbs) @ 9750 RPM
Wet weight	206.5 kg (455.3 pounds)	204.0 kg (449.7 pounds)
Front suspension	Upside down fork, 46 mm	46 mm Upside-down fork, rebound and compression adjustable
Rear suspension	Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with eccentric adjustment for rear axle, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable	Cast aluminium swing arm, Continuously adjustable rear inbound-rebound damping, high and low speed
Front brakes	Double disc. ABS, wight of entire system 2.5 kg. Optional DTC Dynamic Traction Control .	Double disc
Rear brakes	Single disc. ABS	Single disc

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.

Will it fit you?

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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 2010 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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Range and running costs

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Units

Currency

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: 132 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: ABMXC01.0K46-008
EPA CO Emissions: 0.7 CO g/km
Torque: 112.0 Nm (11.4 kgf-m) @ 9750 RPM
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 5.70 litres/100 km (17.5 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 1.0404 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: Dry sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, anti hopping clutch, cable operated

Performance

Top speed: 200.6 km/h (124.6 mph)
0-60 mph: 2.60 seconds

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1432 mm
Overall length: 2056 mm
Overall width: 826 mm
Overall height: 1138 mm
Seat height: 820 mm
Dry weight: 183.0 kg
Wet weight: 204.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.50 litres
Oil capacity: 3.50 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 4.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Bridge-type frame, cast aluminium, load-bearing engine
Front suspension: 46 mm Upside-down fork, rebound and compression adjustable
Rear suspension: Cast aluminium swing arm, Continuously adjustable rear inbound-rebound damping, high and low speed
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 130 mm
Rake (fork angle): 23.9°
Trail: 96 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 190/55-ZR17

Other

Color options: Green, gray, silver, 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	2010	2014	2018	2023	2027
Capacity	999 cc	999 cc	999 cc	999 cc	999 cc	999 cc
Dry weight	183 kg	183 kg	178 kg	180 kg	175 kg	175 kg
Seat height	820 mm	820 mm	814 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

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

Safety Recalls

⚠ 1 recall may apply

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPDec 2013 · 13V617000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year 2010-2011 S 1000 model motorcycles, and model year 2006-2010 HP2 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel pump flange (and the auxiliary fuel pump flange if equipped) could develop cracks and leak fuel.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will either reinforce the fuel pump flange or replace the pump, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].

These recalls cover some 2010 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all BMW recalls →