BMW S 1000 R versus Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard
BMW S 1000 R
Naked
Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard
Scrambler
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2014 bis 2024~
Built von 2022 bis 2024~
RRP 16.000 €
RRP 12.090 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- Full of performance ...
- .. but still easy to control
- high-quality workmanship
- cool sound
Pros:
- exciting optics
- casual sound
- Cornering ABS Series
- good workmanship
- mega-manoeuvrable FunBike
Cons:
- Pillion operation only for emergencies
- Sitting position for some people probably too sporty
Cons:
- limited pillion comfort
- Brake cable laid strangely
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.450 mm
Length : 2.090 mm Height : 1.115 mm
Seat : 814 mm until : 830 mm
Weight : 199 (max: 407 ) kg
Length : 2.090 mm Height : 1.115 mm
Seat : 814 mm until : 830 mm
Weight : 199 (max: 407 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.436 mm
Length : 2.100 mm Height : 1.150 mm
Seat : 805 mm
Weight : 196 (max: 390 ) kg
Length : 2.100 mm Height : 1.150 mm
Seat : 805 mm
Weight : 196 (max: 390 ) kg
Engine
Motor design: In-line four-cylinder 4-stroke 4 Cylinder
Displacement: 999 ccm
Hub: 50 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 999 ccm
Hub: 50 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Motor design: V2 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 803 ccm
Hub: 66 mm
Hole: 88 mm
Cooling: luftgekühlt
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 803 ccm
Hub: 66 mm
Hole: 88 mm
Cooling: luftgekühlt
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
Maximum speed: 261 km/h
Performance: 165 HP at 11.000 U/Min
Torque: 114 NM bei 9.250 U/Min Tank contents: 17 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 266 km
Performance: 165 HP at 11.000 U/Min
Torque: 114 NM bei 9.250 U/Min Tank contents: 17 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 266 km
Maximum speed: 197 km/h
Performance: 73 HP at 8.250 U/Min
Torque: 66 NM bei 5.750 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 260 km
Performance: 73 HP at 8.250 U/Min
Torque: 66 NM bei 5.750 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 260 km
Chassis
Frame type:
Aluminium composite bridge frame, motor supporting (aluminium) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 120 mm) Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 117 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tyres: 190/55 ZR 17
Aluminium composite bridge frame, motor supporting (aluminium) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 120 mm) Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 117 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tyres: 190/55 ZR 17
Frame type:
Tubular space frame (steel) Front suspension:
Kayaba upside-down fork with 41 mm standpipe diameter (travel 150 mm) Rear suspension:
Kayaba strut with adjustable preload (travel 150 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyres: 180/55-ZR17
Tubular space frame (steel) Front suspension:
Kayaba upside-down fork with 41 mm standpipe diameter (travel 150 mm) Rear suspension:
Kayaba strut with adjustable preload (travel 150 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyres: 180/55-ZR17
Brakes
Front brake
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 220 mm)
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 220 mm)
Front brake
Single disc, Brembo radially mounted caliper with 4 pistons (∅ 330 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, Brembo floating mounted caliper with 1 piston (∅ 245 mm)
Single disc, Brembo radially mounted caliper with 4 pistons (∅ 330 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, Brembo floating mounted caliper with 1 piston (∅ 245 mm)
Conclusion - what sticks
The S 1000 R is basically a double R, from which the fairing has been removed and the torque curve on country roads has been optimised. It is super sporty, which can be an disadvantage and a disadvantage at the same time. If you want to sit upright on your streetfighter, you are out of place here. If you are looking for proximity to the front wheel and asphalt, you will find it here!In any case, we had tons of driving fun and did not feel overwhelmed despite the immense performance. This is exactly why you have to compliment BMW: Not all manufacturers succeed in putting such a grenade on the wheels for (almost) everyone. To anticipate misunderstandings: Of course, this motorcycle is not a beginner's machine!
The test machine was kindly provided by Bergmann & Söhne in Pinneberg - thank you!
Conclusion - what sticks
Class, the Urban Motard carries the name suffix "City Rebel" right. She's a little evil, but not pretentious. By its very nature, this is a real FunBike. You just can't not have fun with the box. More than 12,000 euros are an announcement for an 800cc machine with this rather spartan equipment, but the driving pleasure, the appearance and the value of the Urban Motard justify this price.The test machine was kindly provided by Bergmann & Söhne in Bremervörde for this test. There is a demonstrator who is already looking forward to many more test rides - of course next to many other Ducati bikes and machines from Suzuki. So - next trip to Bremervörde, ask for Holger, take coffee and at least boot around the Urban Motard. Have fun!
