BMW unveils the 2015 S1000RR at 2014 Intermot

The rumours were true. BMW Motorrad has unveiled the new S1000RR at the on-going 2014 Intermot show, which is being held in Cologne, Germany. 

The overall design styling has been slightly updated with changes in the asymmetric headlight that also has been repositioned. BMW has given its flagship motorcycle a lighter frame, weighing at around 240kg with a full tank, which is a reduction of almost 4kg over the last generation. 

Powering the 2015 S1000RR is the same 999cc in-line four engine that boasts a refined torque delivery and peak torque of 113 Nm and an increase in engine output of 6bhp to 199bhp. ABS is standard for this mean machine. To enable optimum adaptation to the prevailing riding conditions, the new S1000RR motorcycle already comes with three riding modes as standard: “Rain”, “Sport” and “Race”. If the Pro riding mode option is selected, these can be supplemented by the two additional modes “Slick” and “User”. The Pro riding mode also features launch control for flawless racing starts as well as the programmable pit-lane speed limiter for sticking exactly to the pit-lane speed limit. When this feature is activated, it has the additional effect of producing the impressive soundtrack familiar from the world of motorcycle racing. The HP Gear Shift Assist Pro, enables lightning-fast clutchless upshifting and downshifting.

The 2015 S1000RR also gets a better version of the dynamic damping control (DDC) – the same one is seen on the HP4. This litre class motorcycle will be sold in three colour options – racing red/light white, black storm metallic and BMW Motorsport edition. And yes, this bike will make its way to India via the completely-built-up (CBU) route once it is launched in Europe but with a hefty price tag, just like its current generation.