116 BMW’S mighty S1000RR comes under the scrutiny of the Dealer.

Loaded with effective electronic assists, prodigiously powerful, undeniably handsome, Bmw-dependable, and now almost affordable

FAST, FLATTERING AND flawless, the BMW S1000RR reinvented the modern superbike market. After its launch in late 2009 it was no longer enough for a litre sportsbike to merely be all brawn; with its rider modes, traction control and ABS the S1000RR proved that superbikes had to be about brains too. The latest machine features semi-active suspension, cutting-edge ride-by-wire technology and a two-way quickshifter, stuff that was previously only found at the very sharp end of World Championship production racing grids just a few years ago. Despite never winning the German marque a World Superbike title, the S1000RR has choice ,nd nonetheless become the superstock racers’ weapon of taking glory on the world’s roads and circuits thanks to its huge peak power, midrange torque and rideability. Excellent power delivery, sublime handling and classleading electronics make riding the S1000RR an experience to be enjoyed by riders regardless of their age or experience. Roomy, comfortable, and with factory-fitted heated grips too – not many race-winning bikes can claim that.