BMW S 1000 RR was enough in terms of performance. So what would have forced the German bike manufacturer to introduce a more capable superbike in India? Well, obviously it is the increase in demand for performance cars and bikes which is growing at a substantial rate.
However, it seems that even the purchasing power of the people has improved a lot. And for that, BMW Motorrad has finally launched the 2021 BMW M 1000 RR and M 1000 RR Competition in India with a starting price tag of Rs.42,00,000 (ex-showroom, pan India). Both the bikes will come to the Indian shores via the CBU route.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- BMW Motorrad has finally launched the BMW M 1000 RR in India.
- It comes with a starting price tag of Rs.42 Lakhs (ex-showroom, pan India).
- Additional ‘Competition Package’ comes at a premium of Rs.3 Lakhs.
BMW M 1000 RR
Remember BMW S 1000 RR? Well, it is the same superbike from which the all-new BMW M 1000 RR borrow most of its underpinnings. The difference between both of them is that the latter one is more track-focused and performance-oriented. In terms of design, it is sharper and more sophisticated when compared to its younger sibling.
The superbike comes with carbon wheels, twin-pod LED headlamps, air intakes and a tall windscreen to name a few. For now, it will be available with three new colour schemes including Racing Red, Racing Blue Metallic and Light White. Further, as we know BMW is quite particular about attention to detail. And for that, keen observers can see the fuel lid painted in black while the engine now gets a granite grey finishing.
Not to forget, it comes equipped with a 6.5-inch coloured TFT display.
At the heart, BMW M 1000 RR comes with a powerful 999cc four-cylinder, water/oil-cooled engine. This motor is truly capable of producing a massive 212HP @ 14,500 RPM and a peak torque of 113Nm @ 11,000 RPM. Not to forget, in terms of performance it can do a 0-100kmph sprint in just 3.1 seconds.
Meanwhile, the top speed from this superbike stands at 306kmph. There are four different ride modes on offer. However, for enhanced performance, customers can choose the Competition package that will cost them a premium of Rs.3 Lakhs.
Alternatives
In terms of performance, BMW M 100 RR competes with Ducati Panigale V4 and Yamaha YZF R1 globally. Want to learn more about the rivals? Take a look at this.
Ducati Panigale V4
Ducati managed to extract the same amount of power and torque from the BS6/Euro-5 compliant Panigale V4. In India, it comes priced at Rs.20.53 Lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi) for the regular variant. Meanwhile, it is the 25 Anniversario 916 variant that costs a massive Rs. 54.90 Lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi).
Specifications
- Engine – 1103cc four-cylinder
- Power – 211HP
- Torque – 124Nm
Yamaha YZF R1
Yamaha R1 is one of the most popular bikes in India. It gets a powerful 998cc four-cylinder engine. This motor is truly capable of producing a massive 197HP and 112.4Nm of peak torque. Multiple electronic aids are available on the 2021 Yamaha YZF R1.
Specifications
- Engine – 998cc four-cylinder
- Power – 197HP
- Torque – 112.4Nm