BMW S1000RR
| Manufacturer | BMW Motorrad |
|---|---|
| Production | 2009- |
| Class | super bike |
| Engine | 1,000 cc (61 cu in) inline-4 |
The BMW S1000RR is a super bike manufactured by BMW Motorrad to compete in the 2009 Superbike World Championship.[1] It was introduced in Munich on 16 April 2008,[2] and is powered by a 1,000 cc (61 cu in) inline-4 engine.
BMW will only manufacture 1,000 production models in 2009 to satisfy World Superbike homologation requirements. It will feature traction control and is targeted to have a dry weight (motorcycle) of 190 kg (419 lb) and produce 190 bhp (142 kW). The S1000RR is unlikely to be in dealerships until early 2010.[1]
On 26 June 2008, Spanish rider Ruben Xaus signed to ride the bike for the factory BMW Motorrad team.[3] On 25 September 2008, Australian former double Superbike World Champion Troy Corser signed to complete the team's two-rider lineup for 2009.[4]
References
- ^ a b Carroll, Michael (2008-04-16). "BMW officially unveils World Superbike contender" (HTML). Motorcycle News. Retrieved 2008-04-17.
- ^ Madson, Bart (2008-04-16). "2009 BMW Superbike S1000RR Unveiled!" (HTML). MotorcycleUSA.com. Retrieved 2008-04-17.
- ^ "Ruben Xaus signs with BMW Motorrad Motorsport". World Super Bikes. 2008-06-26. Retrieved 2008-06-30.
- ^ "BMW sign Corser for WSBK". World Super Bikes. 2008-09-25. Retrieved 2008-09-26.
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