Sport Tourers
2027BMW S 1000 XR
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The 2027 BMW S 1000 XR is a high-performance sport tourer designed for aggressive riders seeking versatility. Its 999cc inline-four engine delivers 170 horsepower with responsive handling, excelling on both track and road. Known for sharp dynamics and premium engineering, it suits experienced motorcyclists prioritizing performance and touring capability.
- Capacity
- 999.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 205.0 kg
- Seat height
- 851 mm
- Power
- 170.0 HP (126.8 kW) @ 11000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a sport-touring machine that blends supersport-derived engine performance with an upright, adventure-style riding position for fast road riding and long-distance travel.
- Built for
- A thrilling, engaged riding companion for someone who wants supersport-level acceleration and precision cornering without sacrificing all-day comfort and versatility.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for off-road adventure riders, absolute beginners, or those seeking a lightweight, low-seat commuter bike.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usRange and running costs
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Official figures come from a gentle lab test - most riders use 10-30% more fuel than this, so expect less range in real riding, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Reliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsUS owner complaints
None filed for 2027 · 6 across all yearsNo US owner complaints are on record for the 2027 model; owners of other years of the BMW S 1000 XR have filed 6.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints (United States). These are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects — a handful is normal for a popular model.
Bike Reliability
How the score works →98
out of 100Excellent
The BMW S 1000 XR passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 95.5% of the time, 12.8 points above expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 98% of models.
This covers every year of the model.
95.5%Passed first time
2.9%Failed outright
1.6%Fixed during test
9,000Typical miles
2,593Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Score by year first registered
99
99
96
202020212022
Against its rivals · ranks 2 of 4
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BMW F 900 XR | 98 Excellent | 1,662 |
| 2 | BMW S 1000 XR | 98 Excellent | 2,593 |
| 3 | Suzuki GSX-S1000GT | 96 Excellent | 336 |
| 4 | MV Agusta Turismo Veloce Lusso | 94 Excellent | 165 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 999.0 ccm
- Power
- 170.0 HP (126.8 kW) @ 11000 RPM
- Torque
- 113.9 Nm (11.6 kgf-m) @ 9250 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 6.40 litres/100 km (15.6 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.8293 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 80.0 x 49.7 mm
- Compression
- 12.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Multiplate clutch in oil bath, slipper clutch, self-reinforcing
Performance
- Top speed
- 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1539 mm
- Overall length
- 2154 mm
- Overall width
- 851 mm
- Overall height
- 1460 mm
- Seat height
- 851 mm
- Dry weight
- 205.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 226.8 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 19.70 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 4.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Bridge-type frame, cast aluminum, load-bearing engine
- Front suspension
- Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA)
- Rear suspension
- Aluminium double-sided swing-arm, central spring strut, electronic preload adjuster, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA)
- Front wheel travel
- 150 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 150 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.9°
- Trail
- 116 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston fixed calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Twin piston floating disc.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 265 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/55-ZR17
Maintenance
- Oil capacity
- 3.50 litres
Other
- Color options
- Blackstorm Metallic 2, Gravity Blue Metallic, Light White/ M Motorsport
- Comments
- 2027: carried over mechanically unchanged.
- Fuel Tank Material
- Plastic
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 | 2015 | 2018 | 2021 | 2024 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 999 cc | 999 cc | 999 cc | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | 205 kg | 205 kg | 205 kg |
| Seat height | 840 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm | 851 mm | 851 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 19.7 L | 19.7 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | Too few tests | Too few tests | 99 Excellent | Too new | Too new |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the BMW S 1000 XR?
The 2027 BMW S 1000 XR has a Capacity of 999.0 ccm (60.96 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW S 1000 XR have?
The 2027 BMW S 1000 XR has a Power of 170.0 HP (126.8 kW) @ 11000 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW S 1000 XR have?
The 2027 BMW S 1000 XR has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW S 1000 XR?
The 2027 BMW S 1000 XR has a Torque of 113.9 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 84.0 ft.lbs) @ 9250 RPM.
How much does the BMW S 1000 XR weigh?
The 2027 BMW S 1000 XR has a Dry weight of 205.0 kg (451.9 pounds).
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