Now this is one of those bikes that just makes a lot of sense. Thanks for the video, Andy! Keep it up!

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Will do Rutger....providing you keep watching!

@RutgerSmets

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer I'll be watching you ;)

I agree, the S1000XR makes absolutely no sense at all. I mean, who needs 165 horses, especially in a “touring” bike? Or an engine that is constantly reminding you of its presence (and that it quite fancies ripping your arms off). And it is a bit rowdy (some would say angry). Yes, the S1000XR is completely and utterly daft. Which is why I’ve got one and why I love it so much.

@andypaulawhite7442

4 жыл бұрын

Yup! I agree. I've got the Triple Black and it makes me smile every time I ride it.

@gjkingston

4 жыл бұрын

Precisely. On my second one now, and I reckon about 12 months away from my third, unless the V4 Multistrada is spectacular.

@ausingtv

4 жыл бұрын

Thank god for that last line

@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne

4 жыл бұрын

It's why I ride a 'Busa. Utterly bonkers power, unusable for mere mortals like myself, horrendous fuel economy, makes no sense whatsoever....but I love it.

@sv7017

4 жыл бұрын

The last sentence was quite a surprise.

Thank you for posting. First real person review I have seen of this bike . Sounds like a winner.

Thanks for the review TMF confirming I have done the right thing ordering my TE version! Incidentally it's possible to bring that model to well over £15k if you throw enough accessories and extras at it. If you are of a sensitive disposition look away now as here are examples of a few of the accessory prices: Colour matched panniers (without liners): £711 Colour matched top case (without liner): £460 Tinted tall windscreen: £206 Engine bars (front): £356 Aux lights: £529 Rear rack (reqd. for top box): £213 A couple of commentators have mentioned the poor back brake (not really a huge issue but I blame Bybre) and my only other minor gripe is that it would have been nice to have the tank at say 17 litres as BMW are clearly after a slice of the adventure market. Worth mentioning also that the lowest 775mm option requires a factory lowered frame and you have to forfeit the electronic suspension as well as the centre stand. As well as the pre-load adjuster you pointed out there is a screw adjustment for damping I seem to remember. I was idly wondering whether the Chinese-made engine might cause supply difficulties to Berlin (Corona virus etc) where the bike is assembled.

I’ve been anxiously waiting your impression of this bike. Thank you! ...of course now I will be anxiously awaiting your review of the new Tiger 900!

From the US so like all your vlogs really appreciate the scenery along the way. Great road and homes along the river. Then had to pause to look up Marlow and the Angler Hotel and learn about the beautiful church, and a bit of Hurley. A virtual vacation and BMW moto tour (great bike from Bahnstormer!) in 24 minutes - thanks mate! 🤪👌🏼✊🏻

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Thanks for watching and for your kind words....

And straight to the motorrad configurator to size one up. Appears to be yet another good all-rounder - the flow of new and improved models over the last four or five years has been amazing.

Hey TMF! Enjoying my Tracer 700 having just completed my A2 in Jan! Love this BMW. I would logically be looking at a Tracer 900 in two years time but this is a very tempting alternative. Thanks for all your great, comprehensive and entertaining reviews. You were a great help in my choice of first bike!

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Simon!

👍 Nice to see Marlow, got great memories of going there when I was a kid. Great review, BMW have produced a good looking bike which will be entering a busy market.

Looks lovely, it's going to be a hit, I think BMW have done a great job. Thanks for the video!

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

This bike seems to be the do it all machine and it look bang on. You have done a cracking job with this review and you could not find anything much you did not like. I’ve been looking on KZread for other people showing off this bike and thankfully now “you”. I thinking I might sell a couple of my bikes and buy one of these. Can’t wait for your long term review thank you TMF👍👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Cheers Red Leader - stay tuned - more to come on this one later in the year....

The best way to enjoy your videos is with a cup of tea and some classic pound cake. Good review as always Sir!

Great video again! I had a look at the F900R/XR today and I really like the looks, especially the XR. But I must admit I was a bit disappointed about the plastic fantastic look and feel of the grey/red panels.

Great bike, really nice in red, excellent camera footage on your new phone. Perfect view of the bike. Great, informative, clear and helpful as always. Loving your vlogs. 😄👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Gary - glad you think the new phone cam is an improvement, it was eye-wateringly expensive!

That white version looks delightful! Could be my favourite BMW! Years since I went to Marlow....what a lovely place. Anyway, nice review and have a good weekend!

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

You too Steve...

Great review as always Mr Flier. Having seen this I think I'm still convinced the tracer 900gt was the right choice. Such a flexible bike with great spec. 5k miles since July used in all weather and is faultless. Good mpg even when riding spirited, I have the front and rear suspension adjusted perfectly thanks to my dealer. I like the look of the BMW but you have to add so much to it the gt came pretty much as I needed everything. F850gt or a tiger 900 would be the only other bikes I think I'd look at now. Top review

I’m loving your vids. Your review of the R1200RT really helped me decide that I want one as my first bike. Keep up the great vids :)

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

I'll do my best Kiel!

@porleg

4 жыл бұрын

1st bike¿ that’s pretty serious

@stitch3163

4 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing

@RandomShart

4 жыл бұрын

@@porleg in at the deep end for sure, my first bike was a k1300s, was a great "learning experience" 😂

Looking forward to your long term review on this model......interested! Thanks TMF!

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

Very nice bike and as always a great review! Thanks Andy, yours aye, Alan

We live in an age where a 900 cc motorcycle is considered "cute and little". LOL

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

I know I know, I tried to stop saying that, my bad...

@2Timone7

4 жыл бұрын

TheMissendenFlyer Well, you weren’t wrong about it in some ways. Keep up the great work!

@2Timone7

4 жыл бұрын

got tegridy not much argument from anyone about that.

@RTD553

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer Well stop it then. I personally use my 125 around town, and love it. I don't need to, and am not allowed to, go over 50 mph anywhere in my city. So stop the big balls big bike nonsense. Unsubbed.

@dennism1919

4 жыл бұрын

@@RTD553 PFFFT. Bye. Don't let the door hit ya on the way out!

Great piece, Flyer! I am somewhat intrigued by this machine. I'm not a huge fan of parallel twins (I prefer triples) but I still think it would be nice to give this bike a go and see what she's got. It's interesting, this move by several makers to introduce this 900 class machine. There are a few of them out there now. Better than the middle weights but still a reasonable alternative to the big bikes. Looking forward to the long term review later this year. Cheers!

Good review TMF, nice bike just sat on one in the dealers, agree on the seat but they do optional tour seats. Only downer for me is the small 15.5L tank.

I enjoy your content ,the first time impressions, the long-term reviews on a lot of the newer bikes and even your reading of the news. I think it would be super cool for you to ride some of the standout bikes of the early 2000s and the 90s to compare them to the current crop. I think you might be surprised at just how capable they are compared to the newer iron . They keep adding technology and complexity yet if you look at the zero to 60 and the quarter mile times they haven't gained much at all. Obviously there's a lot more to bikes than that it would just be cool to see.

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Yes I'd love to do that Russell - there are some practical and logistical issues however....

Good first look video TMF. Nice looking bike.

Was looking forward for this review. Thanks!

Thanks for another great review TMF - all the best.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Always good to hear from you Bonny!

Always the most helpful and honest reviews , excellent job !

@TheMissendenFlyer

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

This new XR is such a nice bike. I still love the styling of the f800gs / f850gs. Great video🥂

Pleased to meet you at Bahnstormer Mr TMF! A great discussion about bikes and planes, thanks for your time. Great review as usual :) G.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Great to meet you too George - get yourself that trial lesson ASAP!

@gcosmos960

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer thank you again TMF! Need to save ££ :)

My local dealer has a 2021 for a steal of a price. I wasn't planning on buying a bike this late in the season but after this review I am so very tempted. This seems like my ideal motorcycle.

@applecorp

Жыл бұрын

I bought a used one recently for a steal (fully kitted out model) and love it, fantastic all rounder. Previously had a Speed Triple RS so one might say this is a "downgrade" but far from it. Suits me due to it's comfort and wind protection and it's more than fast enough for UK roads. The display is glorious and the built in connectivity, especially the navigation is the icing on the cake. Have a good test ride on it though if you can as obviously it won't suit everyone. Stock wind screen and seat are poor though so don't let that put you off, luckily mine were already upgraded from previous owner.

Snow drops are out !! spring is around the corner Daffs next. Looks a lovely bike to ride.Thanks for the review.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Yes one the snow drops start to appear there’s hope for us all!!

If I wasn't a Tracer 700 owner already, I'd buy it this year. It's exactly my type of bike. Sporty but comfortable, especially for tall guys.

@SkillsofAesthetics

10 ай бұрын

you can always sell and buy

Nice vid, good review as ever 👍🏻 Liking the colours on this one. Maybe a slightly taller package and it’s quite a complete package

Nice everyday bike, looks really good too. Good review, thanks.

Yes indeed sir ....nice review as always ....this could be my next addition to the garage as it ticks all the boxes for me ....was interested to hear your comment on the visor size being on the small side but there is a larger option ....I fancy long miles on it so wind protection a big consideration for me and also low seat height due to my short arse ..... Might hold off a year to see what unfolds regards teething issues and maybe by then get better deals on the go ( hopefully 👌) ....well done and keep up the good work sir 👏👏👏

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching - will do....

@Darkest_Soul_187

4 жыл бұрын

Wait a year, maybr you'll grow like the magic bean.

Glad to see your review. My local dealer (BMW / Triumph) just got one in this past Saturday. It looked interesting. BTW, they got in 2 Rocket3's on the same truck, a GT & R.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Nice - if only a Triumph dealer would let me have a go on one!

Really like the looks and it looks a balanced bike ,I will be giving this some consideration when I'm due to change bikes .cheers Andy

Omg I was waiting so long for this review! Thanks!

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Sorry for the wait! I was as fast as I could be!!

@Balhaarize

4 жыл бұрын

TheMissendenFlyer its alright, but I will keep my r1200gsa way beter I think 🤔

I had a Triumph Bonneville (Sp?) back in the early 60s. I think it had about 40 hp. I was never disappointed with the power. Today bikes seem so crazy to me.

@jims7813

5 ай бұрын

1961 Bonneville was 46 BHP. I fitted a remote diaphragm mounted Float Chamber, which gave an extra 1000rpm and around 112mph

On a 310Gs currently as my first bike, definitely eyeing this up to move up on to

Looks like a great bike. I will likely try a test ride on one in the spring. Dealers here in Canada do not typically have demo bikes but BMW travels around with a truck load of bikes offering demo days at the dealerships

I love it! I have to get that promotion at work for a new bike.

Excellent review, good to be back in Bucks!! Can't say I like the gold struts though, prefer them to match the frame. But other than that it looks great!

Got a test ride on one of these tomorrow Andy along side the R1250R. Saturday a ride on a GL1800 DCT Bagger. So many choices! Great video as always and what a lovely day for a test ride video...

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Yes it's been gorgeous this week - I'm on the F900R tomorrow and the sun is going to be shining all day :0)

@K22MDL

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer Might see you tomorrow then! We are seeing Sam at 1pm

@K22MDL

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer BTW, your new iPhone 11Pro is sooo much better for the camera on video...

First time commenter TMF, your review along with a couple others convinced me to order one. Mine will be red with the Select Package here in the US. Arrives in 5 weeks. Loved my test ride and the after 2 miles this bike felt great.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Enjoy Dan! ...and thanks for stopping by - what's kept you?

@danh4351

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer Have watched your vlogs for several years. Not a heavy poster so consider this influence you had on my purchase a supreme compliment. :-)

@kee7678

3 жыл бұрын

How do you like it so far? I was looking hard at the Tracer. IT's less $$ for sure apples to apples. Andy advice? I'm in San Diego fyi.

@danh4351

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry I can't help Mine has yet to arrive. My order did not get produced before the factory shut down for covid. Mine has now been made and will arrive in early October. It will be a 2021.

Great review. I might buy one of these.

I’ve had the S1000RR & currently have the S1000R. But even that’s a tad insane for touring. Hence I’ll pass on the S1000XR, but this 900XR hits the spot! Here in Australia we’ll only get the fully loaded version. I can live with that👍🏻😎 This’ll arrive in April here so I’ll definitely take one for a test ride. I’m still not discounting the Yamaha Tenere or the Husqvarna Norden 901! Yep these 2 are obviously more off road focussed but if I like the 900XR, I’ll take it! Good review Andy & hopefully in the UK your weather picks up for riding. Here now we are almost through the worst of summer & can’t wait for autumn!!!👍🏻😎

@fyorbane

4 жыл бұрын

Don't forget the new Triumph Tiger 900.

@andrewd7586

4 жыл бұрын

Boz Yeah I gave it a look but not my style🤪 Plus I have 2 Trumpy’s already🤭

Great review as always!

This was a brand new bike so seats will always be on the hardside. Over the years ive found that your body also adapts to the seat so its not always a case of wondering whether the seat needs upgrading, you need to bed in with the bike over a few hundred miles, more in some cases. I recall when i first starting riding my FZ8 and wasnt convinced by the seat but after around 500 mile my backside and hips began to become more familiar with the position the seat was putting them in. Currently looking into these sit up bikes that can do all, its a large sector when you consider the bikes available, from V stroms to even the ninja 650 and Yamaha tracers. An all day do anything sit up bike seems to be the way many are going now and the choices are fantastic.

Thanks a lot for this highly expected review and thumbs up for the quick production. As a road rider who loves the upright seating position of enduros I'm very keen on riding it myself. Considering also the very affordable price it could be the next addition to my garage. I'm not very happy with the colour range of red, light grey and yellow, I'd go for the red one, but with the higher screen. Can't understand why BMW didn't offer the popular blue-white-red hp scheme.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Yes that would look good - that white one I showed the picture of looked really nice in the flesh.....

That's a seemingly fun good looking well featured (in the upscale trim) and not overly expensive. BMW - kudos.

Came here from his other vid for the F990R as soon as he said the other one was a bit more upright. I hate wrist pain, and I get it too much from lean-forward bikes. Seems like quite a quiet bike when not being revved, which is a big, big YES for me. I spent the cost of this bike on a Yamaha Tmax 530 DX 18 months ago, and have put only 600 miles on it since then as it's so very noisy. Parallel twin? V-Twin? New seat, higher screen, knuckle guards, grip-heaters, wife on the back (maybe)... Good to go man!

Great looking bike thanks for the review!

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

My pleasure....

Rode one last week whilst my R NineT was in for a service, it was the TE Spec Version, i actually enjoyed riding it

As always, a great review. Thanks. I had been thinking of a Tracer 900 GT. This looks more suited to what I do. The GT has the cases but they won't even hold a helmet.

@mikehorton8603

4 жыл бұрын

I have the 900gt consider a kappa rack and box a cost effective addition. Having seen this I won't be hanging up my tracer keys it's a flexible bike great for touring and commuting I use it all year round nearly 5k miles since July and love it. I'd take both for a test ride and see what u think

I enjoy these reviews just as they are, but . . . at the end, if there was a link to specs and (they always want more) a link to bikes already reviewed representing direct competitors

Wonderful, informative, complete review. Many thanks.

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@snowpharoah3839

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer It's been a while since you did the review. I am wondering if you have heard of "frequent complaints" either in ride or reliability for this bike. Thanks for any help.

Fantastic review, nice to hear someone else say the 1000 feels angry, fun as it is I thought it only made sense when I was going at speeds which draw attention. I bought the ex demo 900 from my local dealer and have done 3 things to improve the comfort, MRA Vario screen, re-padded seat and an unplanned one, a Non-GT spec rear Road 5 tyre because of a puncture... I have no clue why they chose to fit the reinforced GT tyres to a light bike like this but it made a difference for the better. On the twisty back lanes the 900xr is very evenly matched with a friends V-strom 1000, it's more fun for me than my MK1 SuperDuke GT was, so for me it's perfect.

@TheMissendenFlyer

2 жыл бұрын

Glad we concur! Thnaks for watching!

Long term loaner, awesome 👍 looking forward to your review, I really like this XR, so fill me in on your thoughts please.

Very good video Tmf . lovely bike looks great. Thanks from danny

I agree with everything you say. 900cc is nearing the honey spot, 1000cc plus is way too much. Twin is better than four - less is actually more! Amazed to hear you describe a 4 in line bike [XR1000] as buzzy. I'm impressed, first time i think you never said buttery smooth. Shows you have some knowledge and integrity! Great review, it sounds a wonderful bike.

@fyorbane

4 жыл бұрын

Try riding the Kawasaki Z900. That is buttery smooth and not buzzy. Twin is not always better.

@ewooll

4 жыл бұрын

@@fyorbane I test rode a Z900 and it's not buttery smooth. If you look at Google you will see that 4 cylinders is inherently rough. Go ride or drive a 6 cylinder and get back to me when you will know what smooth is. Btw, i never said that a twin was smooth.

As always quality review 👍🏍

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

cool review,cool bike.sat on one,little high would need a low seat

That's a nice area you had your bike walk around...any of the locals watching you...saying...not that TMF hells angel again 😉👌

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Yes it's my wayward hair/beard that make me look like a member of the Hurley Chapter....

@tonyb2600

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer I've got the same wayward hair 😂

Great review again Flyer. I'm considering going down the adventure tourer path now but just not really convinced by these smaller 900's. They just dont seem to look right to me. I test rode the 900 Tiger and was ok to ride but it just looks a little skinny and empty, will give the F900 a crack too and see...

Looking forward to the long termer👍👍The seat's okay, you're just lost a lot cushioning off the bottom 😀

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you noticed! ;0)

I’d go for the R1250 RS over this.Just love the boxer engine.Thanks TMF.👍

Nice video and review as always.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Cheers!

Thanks for the video ordered one today.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Congratulations!

I think for the price these are used, it is great. Picked up a 21 TE with 6k, eveey option selected for 8.5k, 2 year warranty, and 2 year breakdown. I think for my first bigger bike from an MT07, it's going to suit me well.

@TheMissendenFlyer

11 ай бұрын

Nice…

Agree with the comments below that these bikes have all the power you could sensibly need. Would be interesting to compare to the Tiger 900 GT and the Multistrada 950 S

As always, a great review; thorough, entertaining and informative - I've been interested in this bike since it was first announced and hoping you would get to review it. Thank you so much! It strikes me as one of the best all rounders that BMW have released in some time. Not too expensive, not too heavy, not too tall, commuting, touring, sports riding, adventure riding, - it appears to do it all with the caveat of not having the much vaunted "off road" capability. True, it doesn't have the tele lever front end of a GS/GSA or RT, which enables ESA on both front and back, and chain rather than shaft drive - but it costs a lot less, weighs a lot less, and given the difference in weight v's power is probably not that far behind a GS/GSA/RT in outright performance. Tellingly though, it has all the latest electronic safety aids such as ABS Pro for example, which could be a lifesaver if in a critical situation you should panic brake whilst leaned over, thus saving a low or high side accident and crash. I do think the GS/GSA/RT are likely the better bikes overall than this new F900XR - but at significant extra cost. However for what it costs, and what it offers, and if you have no desire to go off road other than on short distances of unmade road, it looks to be an exceptionally well rounded package and great value for money. My local dealer whom I spoke to yesterday tells me these will hit the Australian market in April and arrive in a "fully loaded" specification at circa A$22,000. Compare that to a fully optioned GS which comes in circa A$35,000, or a fully optioned RT which hits A$42,000 looking at the AU BMW configuration tool online, and the value both financial and in it's all rounder capabilities will likely ensure this will be a very popular machine. Certainly I'll be taking a very interested look at one when they arrive. Thanks again for the great review :-)

@sv7017

4 жыл бұрын

F900XR.com

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comprehensive comment!

@Pisceanboi

4 жыл бұрын

@@sv7017 many thanks for the link :-)

Had a good look at this Bike Yesterday love it,definitely a bike you can live with ,only one fault but it may get better with time is the seat,but I was told by the dealer they had a specialist seat dealer in the area which are top notch,not many bikes have that one fault which can be sorted easily, so going ahead and looking forward to the summer on it.

@TheMissendenFlyer

2 жыл бұрын

Good choice - congratulations!

I see the new 2020 BMW have the same problem! The TFT gets blurry when get up to "Legal" speed..lol

@richardbriggs1335

4 жыл бұрын

Apart from the times he forgot

@grahamcole7400

4 жыл бұрын

Don't worry, there is a nice clear screen shot a 22:26 ;-)

This bike hadn't evsn crossed my radar but I might have to give it a proper look for when i swap out my sprint RS. Looks like it's got everything I want without the 16 grand price tag of the multistrada

Really enjoyed this one, thank you 🙏

@TheMissendenFlyer

7 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Lovely review! Best material out there! Iknowvyoure not taken with Moto Guzzi but would you consider doing a long term with a V7 III? please? :)

Great review as usual. 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Simon...appreciate the kind words.

Some very nice bikes in this CC spot now as you say. If I get another bike in the future that isn't electric this will be the size. 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I think I might go there too...either this or the Triumph Tiger 900 I fancy....

Nice review as always. Just one thing of interest it Would be nice to see how it copes with a pillion as 80 percent of the time I ride with my wife on the back and she has to be comfy.ps would test ride but sadly on lockdown. ☹

Great vid saw this at the NEC and thought this could be my next bike just need you to try the new tiger 900 now so I can make my mind up

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I defo want to compare it to that - I was at the unveiling at Hinckley and it looks a great bike in the flesh....

@maxflight777

4 жыл бұрын

Mike, I think the Tiger triple sets the bar very high.... make sure you get at least an afternoon on each before deciding! Good luck.

Great review, thank you. Having just returned to riding again I was instantly taken by the looks of the F900XR and ordered one last November. So pleased your review confirms my initial rash order was a good decision. I pick the white bike up shown in your video this coming Friday. The white bike is the TE model with Comfort pack, headlight pro, TPC and emergency control, in all the package came in at £12K. The TE version adds cruise control and electrics for satnav plus a few other smaller items. Well worth paying the little extra for the TE. New subscriber.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Dave - what the white bike is your actual bike at Bahnstormer’s??? Cool!! Lovely looking machine....

@saundersdave2

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer Yes. It arrived two weeks ago, have to wait until 14 Feb to pick it up according to BMW as they have restricted official launch until then.

Great review (again) thanks

Looks like this is going to be a popular commuter and tourer; BMW should be on to a winner here.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

I think so based on this first ride....

Nice review, thanks a lot Andy...! It's hard to make correct choice. I like this new F900XR but I am a bit "scary" about this engine : funny or boring. Some testers/riders said that this engine is a bit boring. I have to try it ASAP. 😉 I have had a Street Triple R 2013 and now an old R1200GS (2004). Hard choice to change my GS for this new XR900...

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Compared to an old GS the engine is certainly not boring, compared to a Street Triple R...it is....

@Salva.S

4 жыл бұрын

@TheMissendenFlyerTanks for your answer. The best way is to reach my BMW shop and try it.

Great review. How do you compare this to the new Triumph Tiger GT Pro you recently reviewed? Thanks.

I ended up buying one of these. But my Bibray rear caliper works a treat. Maybe yours just needed bedding in as you suggested.👍

Like a lot of things in life, you make your choices. For someone who doesn’t want a cramp riding position, is fed up with sportsbikes being so focussed, but also doesn’t have multiple bikes, the Xr1000 is a sportsbike which is comfy which you can tour on and will take decent luggage.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Very true....

Screen blast hmm, I truly truly believe, whatever size screen a manufacturer could put on a bike, the tester /vlogger would say "screens a bit low". Bikes are breezy things!!!!

Makes a lot of sense especially if you’re not into joining the GS club.......

Great vfm ,I owned an 850gsa and it was a great bike .

I’ve had one of these (after all) for the past 8 months. It was the best all rounder and practical bike I could get. I have the sporty red TE. The electronic suspension and quick shifter work well. The dynamic mode is like having a different bike if you want it. The three piece luggage is fine for tours. My Mrs is happy as a passenger/pillion. The main things I did change are to a MRA Vario windshield (took me 10 mins to fit) and a Wunderlich Queen seat for more distance comfort. I sometimes miss the retro bikes, such as Bonnevilles, or fancy the RnineT; but as a practical tourer this is fine. Also I prefer twin engines so this is a good option for me.

@TheMissendenFlyer

2 жыл бұрын

Nice one Pete!

@stephenashley9311

2 жыл бұрын

How did you get on with the wunderlich queen seat? I’m 99% sure I’m going to buy this bike soon but have heard a lot of people complaining about the factory fitted seat, saying it’s too firm. Is the wunderlich queen seat comfy?

@petewebb6952

2 жыл бұрын

@@stephenashley9311 the stock seat is ok to get used to the bike. I splashed out on the Wunderlich Queen Seat for its pillion qualities. It’s not a soft cushioned seat, but it’s ergonomically better due to its construction and width. It’s very well constructed. As it is slightly wider i can feel it’s higher i.e. on the stock seat it is more comfortable to touch t( ground, but when moving with feet on pegs the Wunderlich seat is more comfortable. That means it is more comfortable on a longer journey. I’m told I can expect it to become even more comfortable over time. My wife hasn’t had much chance to try the pillion, but initially she can feel it is more comfortable and feels secure. I can recommend it, but as it’s not cheap i advise to get the bike first and get used to the stock seat before paying out. You can get one from Nippy Normans if you are in the UK. Good luck. It’s a good bike, especially if you like twins.

@stephenashley9311

2 жыл бұрын

@@petewebb6952 thank you Pete. Very helpful. I will see how I get on with the stock seat first then. I haven’t had any experience with twin engines yet simply because I haven’t passed my test yet. I passed my mod 1 last week and I have my mod 2 on 19th April. All being well on the test I’ll be buying a F900XR 😁👍🏼

@applecorp

Жыл бұрын

I bought one last week with all the bells and whistles and absolutely love it, has everything my Tiger 800 had (and more) but with much cooler looks, in my opinion. My only gripe is the screen, I bought the MRA Vario in anticipation (knowing the stock screen was poor) as I've had them on other bikes and they've been great, but, on the BMW the wind turbulence is terrible, hitting me on the sides and top of the helmet no matter what position I try, really disappointed. Especially at £140. Seems a good screen is really hard to get on this bike for some reason, maybe the bike itself is the problem?!

Great review, settles it as a choice for the wife, lowest seat, with an extra highest seat so I can ride it too. The S 1000 XR is my cup of tea, not an angry bike at all, while clearly most fitted for those with R or RR genes - otherwise it can easily become "too much". It's basically the most magical fluid & fast bike on earth and I'm getting one. But with the 900 XR soon in the house, the 1000 for us might wait for refined 2021 & adaptive cruise.

@Yonex333

2 жыл бұрын

I've tried both of them, I find the F900XR mire agile and fun to ride

Thanks for another great review, TMF, I’ve been waiting for this one. Hope you’ll do a long term review later on. It seems a fully specced F900XR will cost about the same as a Multistrada 950S in Norway, where I live. How would you compare the two?

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

I love the looks of the multistrada but it's way too top heavy for me - the Duke has that certain something but the Beemer is more practical (if less exciting/exotic)...

@trekkydelirium-vroom5821

4 жыл бұрын

You should consider the new Tiger 900 GT or GT pro.

@frodesen34

4 жыл бұрын

Trekky Delirium Yes, the GT Pro definitely also deserves a test ride. I ride a Triumph today - a Scrambler 1200 XE. Love it, but I’m interested in trying something a little more touring-oriented.

@trekkydelirium-vroom5821

4 жыл бұрын

Frode Støle : Beware you could fall in love 😉. I cannot wait to see the reviews about it & to test one. Cheers.

I've been waiting for your review and here we are! One question none of the other riders have addressed either though. Are there any vibrations in the bars, seat or pegs from that twin thumper??? That's the only thing that's stopping me going to order one tomorrow! What say you?!

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

No none that I noticed otherwise I certainly would have mentioned it!

@biccys

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer nice one, thanks. Think you've just made BMW another sale......!

Rode one today. Nice engine, the TFT display is lovely but that seat is dreadful. Painful from the off . But the worse thing was the absolute road filth both the bike and my back was covered in my the time I got back from a wet testride. That rear end offers no protection at all

Sunny day. Pretty, new bike. English countryside. It's a tough job you have there but someone has to do it.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

I'm not complaining....except the pay is a bit naff!

I like this a lot. Looks great and a sensible price. Tank’s a bit small but not so bad.

Bearing in mind your experience with the rear shock on your GS, would you spec the electronic/dynamic rear shock and why were you glad to say that the demo bike didn’t have keyless ignition? Tia

Wasn't sure about my F800GT, but it won me over. Wish they'd kept the belt drive, I; would have one tomorrow.