One of the many motorcycle launches that coincided with the MotoGP Malaysia was the unveiling of the New BMW S 1000 RR, BMW R 1250 R and BMW R 1250 RS by BMW Motorrad Malaysia. The new BMW S 1000 RR is the company's 3rd generation S 1000 series of superbike. The R 1250 R roadster or naked styled bike and the more sleek looking R 1250 RS are street bikes which cater to the more relaxed rider but who still likes the taste of refined motorcycling.
The retail prices for these motorcycles (on the road, without insurance, and with BMW Motorrad Malaysia’s All-New 3-Year Warranty and 3-Year Roadside Assistance Programmes) are RM138,500.00 for the New BMW S 1000 RR, RM 102,500.00 for the New BMW R 1250 and RM106,500.00 for the New BMW R 1250 RS.
Owen Riley, Head of BMW Motorrad Malaysia (Left) and Sashi Ambi, Head of Corporate Communications of BMW Group Malaysia with the BMW R 1250 R
This year is another good year in terms of sales for BMW Motorrad Malaysia with 800 over motorcycles delivered to customers throughout Malaysia. This is despite the usual competition from the usual Japanese and Italian makes out there. Of course, BMW Motorrad caters to a specific crowd.
The new S 1000 RR is totally new from the ground up. Even the 999cc engine is new and is equipped with BMW's latest ShiftCam technology for the camshafts. The engine makes an incredible 207hp and 117Nm torque. This is one of those desirable bikes out there for the simple reason that it features a lot of new technology inside it.
The two R 1250 range of motorcycles are more relaxed in terms of its purpose. The R1250 R is more of the street bike with its stripped out styling whereas the R 1250 RS is more covered up and could be a little more sophisticated in terms of appearance. Of course, both also get new boxer-twin engines with the latest ShiftCam technology inside them. The 1250cc engine fitted to both motorcycles make 136hp and 143Nm torque. The main choice for buying one over the other is the styling if I may say so myself.
Harald Hoelzl, Managing Director of BMW Group Malaysia said, “As a leader in the premium automotive industry, we are continuously innovating our cars and motorcycles to deliver the very best in terms of power, performance and efficiency for our customers to gain better driving and riding experiences, be it on the racetrack or on their everyday commute. Our portfolio of premium motorcycles has been raising the bar in the motoring industry for more than a century now.”
Owen Riley, Head of BMW Motorrad Malaysia further added to Hoelzl's comments and said that, “Speed, endurance and performance are the foundation on which every BMW Motorrad motorcycle is built on. In the Roadster segment, our motorcycles are built to go the distance; the same way our
Sport segment Superbikes are made for speed and agility, and so much so that they have led BMW racers to numerous podium wins for over a decade, including the Alpe Adria International Motorcycle Championship in September this year. The three new models we introduce today will no doubt live up to this legacy while charting milestones of their own.”
Below are the product summary of the new BMW Motorcycles launched at the 2019 Shell MotoGP Malaysia held at the Sepang circuit recently.
The New BMW S 1000 RR
This latest generation of the S 1000 series has been developed from scratch. The New BMW
S 1000 RR now moves into its third generation. The engine and suspension have undergone comprehensive development to remain the benchmark in the superbike sector, complete with
an unmistakably sporty design.
The New BMW S 1000 RR features a new layout in the main frame – Flex Frame,
creating a much leaner fuel tank and seating area trim sections for further improved
support and knee grip. All elements are consistently designed to ensure optimum
performance in every situation. The front view of the new Superbike forms a narrow and
streamlined silhouette. In combination with a low-level front section, this gives the new
Superbike a light, athletic appearance.
With very short overhangs, the vehicle body sits entirely between the wheels, creating
the sportiest Superbike silhouette to date. The integrated front light design features LED
technology without reflectors, combining both low and high beams in one compact
element. The M Sport Package equips the New BMW S 1000 RR with the exclusive M
Sport Seat and country-specific brake lights, along with M carbon fibre wheels – adding
to the sporty outlook of the new Superbike.
Achieving an entirely new level of performance, the New BMW S 1000 RR is powered
by a newly developed 4-cylinder in-line engine. The advanced engine now has a
capacity of 999 cc and an increased maximum output of 152 kW / 207 hp at 13,500 rpm,
with a top speed of above 200 km/h. The new Superbike also features an increased
torque of 113 Nm at 11,000 rpm, consuming 6.4 litres of fuel per 100 km of travel. The
New BMW S 1000 RR is also fitted with the maintenance-free M lightweight battery,
capable of 12 V / 8 Ah. The New BMW S 1000 RR now also comes with BMW ShiftCam
Technology which varies the valve timings and valve strokes on the intake side.
With a revised intake passage, a lighter engine and exhaust system, the weight of the
Superbike has been reduced from 208 kg to 193.5 kg, contributing to increased overall
performance. The next generation of the electronic suspension Dynamic Damping
Control (DDC) also equips the new Superbike. Specially developed for the New BMW S
1000 RR, the DDC requires no compromises in terms of suspension set-up.
The New BMW S 1000 RR also comes with four riding modes as standard – Rain,
Road, Dynamic and Race. Additionally, the new Superbike will also feature the ‘Pro
Modes’ which offers three additional riding modes – Pro 1, Pro 2 and Pro 3. These
enable individual adaptation of control functions such as DTC, ABS Pro and DTC
Wheelie detection as well as the throttle curve (torque adjustment) and Engine Brake.
Launch Control is also available for perfect race starts, along with the configurable Pit
Lane Limiter for exact adherence to speeds in the pit lane. Ultra-fast shifting up and
down without the clutch is enabled by HP Shift Assistant Pro, which also comes as a
standard feature.
The instrument panel of the New BMW S 1000 RR has also been redesigned, featuring
a 6.5-inch TFT screen that provides excellent readability – even in difficult light
conditions. It is linked to the Multi Controller on the left-hand handlebar panel and can
be operated quickly, safely and conveniently from there. Individually tailored screen
displays also offer different uses to the rider. The Pure Ride screen shows all the
information required for regular road use while the three Core screens are designed for
use on the racetrack.
This is supported by the dynamic design featuring the colours of the BMW M. The BMW
Motorsport colours include Racing Blue, Lightwhite and Racing Red, which emphasise
the BMW M racing genes.
The New BMW R 1250 R and BMW R 1250 RS.
The New BMW R 1250 R and BMW R 1250 RS are powered by a thoroughly
redeveloped boxer engine for enhanced power and torque – an industry-leading
advancement by BMW Motorrad for the years ahead.
The New BMW R 1250 R showcases qualities of a sporty Roadster with the colour
combination of Lightwhite, Racing Blue and Racing Red.
Lightwhite paints the main frame, on the front wheel cover as well as in combination with
graphics on the trim elements at the sides of the fuel tank and on the rear. A powerful
contrast is provided by the main frame in black matte and the cast wheels coated in
Night Black. The sporty appearance is further underscored with silver anodised fork
slider tubes, gold brake callipers and an engine spoiler designed in stainless steel.
The New BMW R 1250 RS, on the other hand, arrives in Style Exclusive that features
an elegant body finish in Imperial Blue. The cylinder head covers and main frame in
Agate Grey matte provide a refined, discreet contrast. With the black embossed seat in
the rear section, the main frame coated in black matte gives the new motorcycle a sleek
outlook. The front wheel cover, radiator trim elements, upper trim, fuel tank cover and
rear side sections are finished in Imperial Blue. Meanwhile, gold brake callipers and
slider tubes arrive in silver. LED daytime riding light is now available as standard for
both the New BMW R 1250 R and BMW R 1250 RS.
Powering the New BMW R 1250 R and BMW R 1250 RS is the advanced boxer engine
with a 1,254-cc capacity that is capable of a 100 kW / 136 hp output at 7,750 rpm, and a
peak torque of 143 Nm at 6,250 rpm. The new engine offers improved emission of 110
g/km and fuel consumption levels of 4.75 litres per 100 km of travel, complete with a
particularly satisfying sound. For this purpose, BMW ShiftCam Technology is also used
for the first time, enabling variation of the valve timings and valve stroke on the intake
side.
Additionally, the intake camshafts of both models are now redesigned for more effective
combustion, and technical changes such as an optimised oil supply, twin-jet injection
valves and a new exhaust system further set both models apart from their predecessors.
Both models also feature two riding modes as standard to adapt the motorcycle to
individual rider preferences. The standard Automatic Stability Control ensures a high
level of riding safety due to the best possible traction. The set-off assistant Hill Start
Control is likewise a standard feature, enabling convenient set-off on slopes.
Both the New BMW R 1250 R and BMW R 1250 RS are also equipped with "Riding
Modes Pro”, featuring the additional riding mode "Dynamic” and “Dynamic Pro”, and
Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) which enables even more efficient and safe
acceleration, especially The new Dynamic Brake Control provides additional safety
when braking by avoiding unintentional accelerator activation.
The two motorcycles now feature “Connectivity” as a standard equipment, a
multifunctional instrument cluster with a 6.5-inch full-colour TFT screen. In conjunction
with the standard BMW Motorrad Multi-Controller, this means the rider can access
vehicle and connectivity functions particularly swiftly and conveniently.
Both models are fitted with Keyless Ride for a more convenient riding experience.
With the launch of these two models, BMW Motorrad has completed the introduction of
the new 1,250cc engine with BMW Shiftcam Technology in the market.
Financial Services.
With the Financing Plan from BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia, ownership of the
New BMW S 1000 R starts from RM1,690.00 per month, the New BMW R 1250 R starts
from RM 1,250.00 per month, and the New BMW R 1250 RS starts from RM 1,300.00
per month. These are based on estimates of 80% loan on a 4-year tenure.
Owners can also enjoy additional benefits with the All-New Industry-Leading Premium
Engine Oil Inclusive, Service Inclusive and Warranty Extension Programmes by BMW
Motorrad Malaysia. For more information on the programmes, please visit
https://www.bmwmotorrad.com.my/en/service/services/warranty.html.
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