The new BMW M 1000 R

• The first M Roadster from BMW Motorrad and M Motorsport.
• 205 hp and 83 lb-ft of torque.
• MSRP of $21,345 plus $695 Destination
• Expected U.S. market arrival –  January 2023

WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ – October 13, 2022 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – BMW Motorrad proudly introduces the first M Roadster and the second model in the 2-wheel M Motorsport lineup.

“The M R is the second M model from BMW Motorrad. Based on the current S 1000 R and S 1000 RR, the product substance of the M 1000 R – M R for short – has been tuned to meet the specific requirements of a supersport roadster. The riding dynamics speak for themselves both on the country road and on the track.” Ralf Mölleken, Project Manager 4-cylinder models

At the end of 2018, BMW Motorrad introduced the successful M Motorsport automobile range strategy to its motorcycle brand and has since been offering M special equipment and M Performance Parts on various BMW models. The new 2023 BMW M 1000 R – M R for short – is the second M model from BMW Motorrad to celebrate its world premiere, following the M 1000 RR superbike.

During the 50th birthday of BMW M GmbH, BMW Motorrad is adhering to the M brand philosophy of the most powerful letter in the world with the new M R: M is synonymous with racing success as well as high-performance street BMW models and is aimed at customers with particularly high demands for performance, exclusivity and individuality. With an engine output of 205 hp, a weight of 438.7 pounds, and suspension technology and aerodynamics designed for both high-performance street track use,  the new M R delivers a dynamic riding experience in the roadster segment previously reserved for superbikes.

The highlights of the new BMW M 1000 R

• 999 cc 4-cylinder, shift cam engine.
• 205 hp at 13,500 rpm, 40 hp more than in the S 1000 R.
• 83 lb-ft. of torque at 11,000 rpm.
• Shorter secondary gear ratio (sprocket with 47 teeth instead of 45)
• Shorter gear ratios of 4th, 5th and 6th gear.
• Optimized intake with variable intake funnels for improved flow at high rpm.
• Sport exhaust with titanium rear silencer.
• M Endurance chain.
• Riding modes “Rain”, “Road”, “Dynamic”, “Race” and “Race Pro1- 3” as well as the latest generation of Dynamic Traction Control DTC and DTC wheelie function with 6-axis sensor box. – Three adjustable throttle characteristics available now for optimum response. “Engine Brake” with triple adjustability of engine drag torque in “Race Pro”…