Bobby G Posted May 28, 2009 Posted May 28, 2009 Not anything I'd ride cross country, but I got a sneaky peek at it this week, and it's unlike anything I've ever seen. 193 HP, only 405 lbs., ABS and Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), 4 different power modes, central ram air intake, two injectors per cylinder, and a rev range that peaks at 14,200 RPM. Heard that it will sell for about $17K, maybe a little less. It is truly a piece of work. http://www.s1000rr.com Check it out. Might just be my "second" scoot!
RandyR Posted May 28, 2009 Posted May 28, 2009 I wouldn't ride it. Too much power/weight. I'd be dead in a month. That said, the engineering in the engine is top notch. I think this engine in a detuned 100hp version would make a great power plant for a touring machine with comfortable seat, fairing, and large fuel tank. I think the next significant engineering milestone for motorcycle companies that want to stay in business will be to build a 90hp 700pound 2-up touring machine with bags and fairing that gets 60+ miles per gallon of fuel.
Cerviperus Posted May 28, 2009 Posted May 28, 2009 Oh, and here is the US site for it with it's specs... http://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/us/en/individual/news/index.html?id=145
GeorgeS Posted May 28, 2009 Posted May 28, 2009 No windshield. Just another version of a Busa. I can find lots of good used Busa's for about 5 to 6 K And a lot more HP. Sorry Bemmmmer
Cerviperus Posted May 28, 2009 Posted May 28, 2009 IMO... a Busa is nice... if you want to go fast in a straight line.
Carbon_One Posted May 28, 2009 Posted May 28, 2009 Now we know what can be done with these antiques when put to pasture. Larry
KiteSquid Posted May 28, 2009 Posted May 28, 2009 (edited) That said, the engineering in the engine is top notch. I think this engine in a detuned 100hp version would make a great power plant for a touring machine with comfortable seat, fairing, and large fuel tank. I disagree. I WANT a 220 HP+ version of the 2nd gen RSV!!!!!!!! Somewhere on Youtube there is a video of a stock Honda Valkyrie Interstate (simmular stying as the 2nd Gen RSV) doing a wheele!!!!!!!! Edited May 28, 2009 by KiteSquid
Cerviperus Posted May 28, 2009 Posted May 28, 2009 I disagree. I WANT a 220 HP+ version of the 2nd gen RSV!!!!!!!! Somewhere on Youtube there is a video of a stock Honda Valkyrie Interstate (simmular stying as the 2nd Gen RSV) doing a wheele!!!!!!!!Here's BMW's stunt rider, Jean Pierre Goy, doing one on Beemer's full-dress LT.
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